A White Lake Township woman was sentenced to one year and ordered to repay $639,528 after prosecutors say she stole more than $600,000 from her 85‑year‑old grandmother.

A Detroit man admitted to running a years‑long 'straw student' scheme that prosecutors say produced $16M in awards and drained millions from federal aid programs.

A Downriver Democrat’s complaint asks election officials to force a transgender primary opponent to list a former name on ballot paperwork, prompting backlash and legal questions.

Gabe Alvarez was dismissed as the Toledo Mud Hens manager after an HR probe into harassment claims; the Tigers named Mike Hessman interim.

Chilly start with pockets of frost this morning. Mostly sunny and breezy later with highs near 57°F.

Three related fishermen from Gladwin County were found dead after their fishing boat capsized in Saginaw Bay; autopsies are planned and authorities continue to investigate.

A boil water advisory was issued Wednesday for parts of northwest Rochester Hills and southwest Oakland Township after a pressure drop; residents should boil or use bottled water until testing clears the supply.

Dime Store will close its Rochester Hills outpost this Sunday while the downtown Detroit location remains open.

A rare albino doe in Farmington Hills was struck and killed near 12 Mile and Halsted. The driver did not remain on scene and officials are asking for tips.

A members-only cafe and creative studio is coming to MOTO’s Ferndale roastery. Members-only service starts May 16 with a soft opening planned this spring.

Livonia is weighing a $25–30 million plan at Millennium Park that would move fueling islands, add a Meijer gas station and reconfigure parking to ease backups on Middlebelt.

The MHSAA’s 2026 realignment places 499 11‑player programs into updated divisions, reshaping playoff paths and prompting a handful of opt‑ups by schools. Coaches and fans are already adjusting schedules and expectations.

A driver died after crashing into the Canton City Market building at Sheldon and Sheldon Center; a juvenile passenger is stable and police are investigating.