Jarvis Butts, accused of murdering his niece, faces new charges of sexually assaulting another minor family member in Detroit. His trial is postponed to 2026. Na'Ziyah Harris's body remains missing.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge nears completion at 98%, with final tasks including landscaping and system installations. It is set to improve Detroit-Windsor connectivity, with features like street and aesthetic lights and RFIDs for tolls.

A Taylor man is charged with felonies, including assault and unlawful imprisonment of his girlfriend, after allegedly attacking and forcing her into a vehicle.

A truck's hydraulic lift damaged a Livingston County bridge; debris hit a car, but there were no injuries. MDOT is assessing repairs, and the area is partially closed.

Absentee ballots are available for the November 4 Michigan general election, allowing all eligible voters to participate, with a request deadline of November 3.

Michigan leaders have reached a tentative bipartisan budget agreement, focusing on lowering costs and improving infrastructure, aiming to avoid a government shutdown.

Two arrested after a fatal hit-and-run in Detroit; a woman was killed when a Jeep Grand Cherokee struck her Lexus. The area remains closed for investigation.

A man was tased and arrested after fleeing police who responded to a reported assault on I-94 in Detroit; the female victim had a leg laceration but refused medical treatment.

Residents in Novi experience water pressure improvements after the GLWA isolated a water main break. Outdoor water use is restricted, and a boil water advisory is in effect as repair work continues.

Detroit community asked to help find Fredrick Harvey, 60, missing since August 24 with schizophrenia. Suggestions of his appearance were not detailed. The police and family urge anyone with information to contact them.

Michigan's EGLE and partner organizations are intensifying efforts to manage invasive aquatic plants, such as hydrilla and Glyceria maxima, that threaten waterfowl habitats. Hunters are urged to prevent plant spread by cleaning equipment.

Attorney General Dana Nessel of Michigan joins a bipartisan group opposing a proposed settlement with Capital One, arguing it insufficiently compensates customers for withheld interest.

MDOT will close Saginaw Road near I-75 for culvert repairs from Oct. 3 to 6, with detours provided. It's part of Gov. Whitmer's Rebuilding Michigan program.