Dominican national Jose Gargenis Vasquez-Rosa pleaded guilty to illegal voting in the 2020 elections and passport fraud in Michigan, facing up to ten years in prison.

A Detroit man pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, using 90 fake claims to obtain over $500,000 from pandemic unemployment funds. He faces up to 22 years in prison.

The Detroit Weather Forecast indicates a week of changing conditions, including rain, snow, and winds, with temperature fluctuations and a mix of cloudy, sunny, and overcast skies.

Michigan Supreme Court rulings could allow resentencing for nearly 600 people given life sentences as juveniles, sparking concern over the burden on prosecutors.

A parked vehicle in Auburn Hills, Michigan, was shot at; no injuries reported. The incident is believed to be targeted and isolated, with no ongoing public threat. Police are investigating and have issued a call for witnesses.

A Kroger in Orion Township is closed due to a rodent issue, found after a complaint prompted a state inspection. Despite measures taken, including professional pest control, the store missed MDARD's deadline and remains shut.

The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating the murder of 19-year-old Cornelius Traves Murphy Jr., who was found dead with a gunshot wound in Pontiac.

Amelia Street Pizza Co., known for its sourdough pies and Instagram presence, is opening a permanent location in Hazel Park this spring, backed by Chef James Rigato.

Detroit police are seeking a woman involved in a stabbing at Chita’s Nefertiti Bar, which left one man dead and another critically injured. Michael Harris was arrested and charged with murder. The community held a vigil for the victims.

Detroit records its lowest murder rate since 1965 with overall crime declining, including a 34.5% drop in homicides and reductions in nonfatal shootings and carjackings. New community-focused safety initiatives are being launched.

The Michigan Lottery has contributed over $1 billion to K-12 public schools for the seventh consecutive year, with a total aid reaching over $30 billion since 1972.

The 2026 Detroit Auto Show introduces a new "Michigan Overland Adventure" off-road attraction alongside its traditional vehicle showcase from January 14-25 at Huntington Place.

A road rage incident on I-94 near Detroit resulted in gunfire, with no injuries reported. Authorities are seeking information on the suspect who fled the scene.