Extreme cold in Michigan leads to closures of the Detroit Zoo, schools, and cancellation of events, while Detroit's Fire & Ice Festival adapts with heated features. Emergency shelters are activated for residents.

A 4-year-old girl in Lansing died after accidentally discharging an unsecured gun. Police and End Gun Violence Michigan urge secure firearm storage compliance.

Oakland County's Sheriff’s Administration Building has tested negative for Legionella following an employee's hospitalization for Legionnaires' disease, indicating effective remediation efforts.

Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group is set to open Pine Hall, a new venue in Detroit's Hudson’s building, inspired by the historic Pine Room restaurant.

Desmond Burks pleaded guilty to second-degree murder of Detroit neurosurgeon Dr. Devon Hoover and to separate manslaughter charges, concluding a high-profile case before sentencing on Feb. 20.

A woman, Laura Bramlett, died in a St. Clair Township house fire that occurred early Wednesday morning; two others escaped. The cause is under investigation.

Detroit Police are asking for public help to find James Harris, missing since September 29, 2025, last seen in the 16900 block of Gardenview Cir. in Detroit.

Detroit Police seek help in locating Michael Martin, a missing 40-year-old with schizophrenia. He was last seen on Kendall St, and is bald with brown eyes.

Michigan residents are advised on how to prevent and handle frozen pipes, with strategies such as dripping faucets, insulating pipes, and keeping homes warm to avoid burst pipes and costly damages.

Jamie K. Walters was named Senior Director of Mayor’s Office Communications in Detroit by Mayor Mary Sheffield, focusing on strategic, resident-centric messaging.

Shawn Smith, a Detroit native and Ferris State alum, has been named head official for Super Bowl LX by the NFL, marking a career high in his 11th NFL year.

Detroit shelters are seeking foster homes for dogs during a severe cold snap, after a dog was found frozen to death and amid a surge in calls for help.

Sterling Heights approved a Drone as a First Responder program to enhance emergency response, with drones being dispatched to incidents, improving situacy assessment and safety, and supported by Axon and Skydio.