Michigan reports its highest high school graduation rate at 82.8% in 2024, signaling progress in education with the success of CTE programs and other rigorous academic initiatives.

Veolia North America settled with Flint residents for $53 million over the water crisis, without admitting wrongdoing, adding to a previous $25 million agreement. This is part of nearly $700 million in total settlements for the disaster.

Michigan AG Dana Nessel, with 18 other state attorneys general, filed an amicus brief opposing President Trump's executive order on refugee resettlement, citing its illegality and negative impacts on families and state economies.

Ferndale Pride struggles to secure sponsorships amid a broader debate on DEI, but receives a sponsorship commitment from Corewell Health after they realign their healthcare services.

Farmington Hills is hiring nearly 200 seasonal workers across multiple sectors. Job fairs are set for March 11 & 17 at The Hawk, offering roles for students to retirees with wages up to $25/hour.

Detroit residents can report damages from a water main break via an online form and call DWSD for a service request number, with a 45-day filing deadline.

Sterling Heights will host its annual Cultural Exchange on March 7, featuring diverse cultures through music, dance, displays, and food. The free event encourages community participation.

Community members in Southwest Detroit have united to assist those affected by a water main break, with local businesses and residents gathering donations, providing meals, and collecting essential items for the displaced.

Flint City Council's meeting to discuss Hasselbring Senior Center's lease lacked a quorum, as multiple council members were absent, postponing the vote amid a legal battle and concerns over the center's management and future.

Eleven Michigan sites, including Hart Plaza and Capri Drive-In, are added to the National Register of Historic Places, promoting preservation and community heritage.

The Calhoun County Public Health Department is giving out free gun locks to residents with firearms and children, aligning with Michigan's new gun storage law.

Mel Trotter Ministries in West Michigan has initiated a Code Blue response due to severe cold, expanding shelter services for the unhoused, including opening an overflow Day Center and increasing night shelter capacity.

Sterling Heights City Council approved its first Climate Action Plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with Michigan's climate initiatives and focusing on reducing local greenhouse gases.