A 78-year-old man was struck and killed by a minivan Tuesday evening on 9 Mile Road NE in Cannon Township, deputies say.

The City of Monroe's special election is May 5. Early voting is May 2 at City Hall, and secure drop boxes are available at City Hall and fire stations.

More than 100 civic, business and philanthropic leaders met at Focus: HOPE to unpack Detroit Future City's new 'Tech Tomorrow' report and map equity-first tech growth. The report forecasts 20,000 jobs and $6.8B in wages if investments hold.

Neighbors in Detroit's Barton-McFarland say crews reopened a trench that blocked driveways and left narrow metal plates in place; the city says it's revising the plan.

The Michigan Senate approved amendments to Wyatt’s Law that add manslaughter and criminal sexual conduct to the state’s child‑abuse registry; the bill now heads to the House.

A Downtown Detroit Partnership study finds demand for thousands of new homes in and around downtown, but financing and zoning will determine how many get built.

An aging Durango is outselling newer rivals thanks to V8 power, special editions and price moves. The muscle‑SUV is posting its best year in 20 years.

A Sebewaing man pleaded no contest to conducting a criminal enterprise tied to a multi‑county tractor‑theft investigation. Sentencing is scheduled for June 22.

An officer was struck by a vehicle door during a suspect’s escape near Bonita and Hayes; the officer was treated and the suspect remains at large. Police continue to investigate.

A Grosse Pointe Park attorney was arrested and faces dozens of felony counts alleging possession and distribution of child sexually abusive material.

A systemwide facilities review finds Detroit Public Library branches need major repairs; reopening will likely take years and cost millions. City leaders now face funding choices.

Jennifer Gilbert is consigning major works to Sotheby’s, with proceeds to fund Lumana, the new Detroit arts nonprofit planned for Stanton Yards. The lineup includes Joan Mitchell and Kenneth Noland.

A $166M city bond vote puts a $174M Orsa Music Hall expansion back on track, bringing a new concert hall and studios to Madison Avenue.