The Canton BD's closed in early February, ending a 34-year run for the chain in Michigan and leaving only out-of-state locations.

HopCat will open an 8,200‑square‑foot restaurant at Great Lakes Crossing this summer, seating about 300 and creating roughly 170 jobs in Auburn Hills.

The Justice Department investigates Michigan school districts for integrating sexual orientation and gender ideology in education, examining parental notification and Title IX compliance regarding single-sex spaces.

An 18-year-old was captured after a slow-speed chase in Lincoln Park, Michigan, post a domestic incident and alleged kidnapping of his mother and sibling.

Rod Wood retired as President and CEO of the Detroit Lions, staying on during the search for a successor. He led a $100 million Ford Field renovation and helped increase the team's value.

MDOT's $353M Restore94 project will rebuild 13 miles of I‑94 between Romulus and Dearborn, squeezing lanes near DTW and triggering phased ramp closures through 2029.

Meijer is recalling roughly 211,520 one‑piece footed pajamas after federal testing found they violate children's sleepwear flammability standards. Refunds are available at Meijer stores.

A seller reportedly drove off with cash during a phone sale at the Livonia Police Department parking lot Wednesday; police say they have video and are searching for the driver.

A West Bloomfield man was sentenced to 41 months after prosecutors say he stole more than $626,000 in unemployment benefits across three states.

A man from Van Buren County, Michigan, won $300,000 playing the Safe Cracker Cashword lottery game; he confirmed his win multiple times with his wife.

A 4-year-old boy drowned at the Embassy Suites in Livonia on Feb. 18. Livonia police are investigating and will send findings to prosecutors for review.

The Michigan House passed a five‑bill package to criminalize fertility fraud, banning use of unapproved gametes and adding criminal and civil penalties. The measures now head to the Senate.

Detroit Police seek help to find Sheldon Robinson, missing since January 19 after leaving a hospital. He has mental health issues, and any information should be directed to the police or Crime Stoppers.