Most City of Detroit offices will close from Dec. 24 to Jan. 2, excluding essential services. Trash collection is delayed by a day after holidays, and parking meters won’t be enforced from Dec. 23 to Jan. 1, except for Residential Zones.

The Michigan DNR reminds people to prioritize safety during winter outdoor activities, offering advice on ice safety, layering, and responsible snowmobiling, after reports of fatal accidents.

The Ford Community and Performing Arts Center in Dearborn offers a free day pass to its fitness facilities from Jan 6-12, and waives the $40 enrollment fee in January for new EFT members.

Detroit residents have approved the design of solar arrays for the city's upcoming Solar Neighborhoods, starting construction in spring 2025, blending urban agriculture with clean energy.

The Kent County Animal Shelter appeals for pet adoptions and fostering due to limited capacity from upcoming renovations and an increase in animal intakes.

Amazon workers have initiated what is deemed the largest strike against the company in the U.S., potentially disrupting holiday deliveries amid demands for better wages and benefits.

Gene Rhodes, known as "Gene the Pumpkin Man," passed away at 88. His iconic pumpkin farm was a staple in Kalamazoo, celebrated for creating cherished memories.

Four bald eagles were killed in separate vehicle collisions in Michigan while feeding on roadkill. Conservation efforts are underway to move carcasses away from roads.

River, a beloved comfort canine from the Michigan State University Police, died from terminal cancer. He was cherished for providing emotional support to the campus community.

The MGCB reports that $501.4 million was raised for Michigan's School Aid Fund, with additional funds supporting various state programs and Detroit's economy.

Michigan is searching for two lottery winners who won $25,000 a year for life and a $1.1 million jackpot over the weekend, with tickets sold in Westland and Eastpointe.

Scott MacKenzie from Cottrellville won $200,000 in the Powerball after initially thinking he won less, with his ticket purchased at Buscemi's in Chesterfield.

Wayne County has erased $27 million in medical debt for over 46,000 people, part of a broader initiative that includes Oakland County's $9.1 million debt relief for 14,000 residents.