Detroit prepares for extreme cold, opening warming centers and offering extended access at selected shelters without the need for referrals, with round-the-clock assistance via the city's helplines and police precincts.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is offering boating safety classes, covering safety, navigation, and environmental topics, aimed at educating Michigan boaters.

The Sterling Heights Public Library offers a new online 3D tour to help visitors familiarize themselves with its layout, aiding accessibility and reducing anxiety around visiting new places.

Gun Lake Winterfest returned, featuring a polar dip, contests, and various activities to celebrate the winter season and community spirit in Allegan County.

The Kent County Animal Shelter is caring for Rukey, a dog left in a Meijer parking lot, and is offering community support for pet care during economic struggles.

Detroit opens warming centers for residents to seek shelter during extreme cold, providing 1,400 beds, meals, and resources for permanent housing solutions.

The Michigan Senate passed a bill to adjust minimum and tipped wages, aiming for a $15 minimum wage by 2027 and a gradual increase for tipped workers to 60% by 2035. The bill now moves to the House for consideration.

Volunteers in Detroit are clearing snow for seniors, with organizations like The Lawn Academy and Serve Detroit Snow Team leading efforts to assist those in need during snowstorms.

Michigan is experiencing an outbreak of avian influenza among waterfowl, with over 300 dead birds found and the Michigan DNR advising caution when dealing with dead birds.

Corewell Health resumes hormone therapy for transgender minors after initial halt prompted by Trump's order, facing backlash and legal concerns over discrimination in Michigan.

Dearborn's monthly FOLD book and media sale, featuring a special collection on history, will be held on February 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Henry Ford Centennial Library.

Power outages in Oakland County led to school closures, affecting approximately 3,400 customers and several schools, with no specific restoration timeline provided.

MiLEAP awarded $10 million to 75 Michigan school districts to promote college enrollment and support post-high school plans by increasing FAFSA completion rates among seniors.