Governor Whitmer of Michigan has launched the state's 3rd annual turkey-naming contest for Thanksgiving, inviting the public to submit creative suggestions before November 12th.

Black students in the US received racist texts threatening them to return to slavery; one incident affected Michigan high schoolers. The FBI and local authorities are investigating.

A former employee won a $13 million lawsuit for religious discrimination after being fired by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for not complying with their vaccine policy.

Stellantis is laying off 400 workers at its Detroit parts logistics facility as it transitions operations to a third party, amid broader industry challenges.

The Salvation Army in Grand Rapids launches its Red Kettle campaign with music and aims to support local aid programs through kettle donations and volunteers.

Dearborn, Michigan, launches its first Coffee Week with events, including tastings and live music, to celebrate local coffee culture from Nov. 8-15, in collaboration with DDAs.

Michigan Gaming Control Board authorized BetMGM for multi-state internet poker, allowing Michigan players to join those in New Jersey. BetMGM now offers a variety of poker games and promotes responsible gaming.

Officer Brandon Mosley of the Grand Haven Police passed away while off-duty. The local community mourns his six years of service, with his death's circumstances undisclosed.

Deann Smith, a Gratiot County educator at Ashley Community Schools, has won the Michigan Lottery's Excellence in Education award for her multifaceted role in the school and community.

Sterling Heights Library enhances public health by adding six high-efficiency air filters from a MI state program aiming to improve air quality in public spaces.

Sterling Heights plans to unveil its first Gulf War Memorial at the Veterans Day Ceremony on Nov. 11, 2024, at 11 a.m. in the Veterans Memorial Garden.

Dearborn, designated as a Purple Heart City, plans to honor its veterans with special importance at the Veterans Day Ceremony on Nov. 11, featuring purple lights on city buildings.

St. James Church in Ferndale held its final mass before closing due to attendance and financial issues, with parishioners directed to the Oak Park campus.