Oakland County investigators say the suspect in Kaneisha Williams's 2020 killing died by suicide in Alabama and the firearm was matched to her slaying.

Child drownings have ticked up nationally and a recent rescue on the Detroit River shows how fast it can happen. Doctors and local officials say lessons, fences and constant supervision save lives.

State troopers and mental‑health experts warn drivers after a string of Metro Detroit freeway shootings. They recommend slowing down, creating distance and reporting tips to authorities.

A severe line of storms toppled trees across Dearborn and Dearborn Heights and a giant tree smashed a car's windshield. Crews and utilities responded as outages spread.

A multi-vehicle crash on eastbound I‑94 near Michigan Avenue in Dearborn killed three people and closed lanes during the July 4 holiday.

A gas leak on Dorothea Street led to evacuations before crews contained the leak and residents were allowed home. Officials warned against fireworks near the scene.

Light rain this morning with storms likely mid-to-late afternoon. Highs near 90 with gusty winds possible.

Officers swarmed Fairlane Town Center after reports of shots fired Friday afternoon. A woman was taken into custody and the investigation is ongoing.

A Warren resident who livestreamed a six‑hour police standoff after a Dec. 12 stabbing was bound over on one count of first‑degree murder. An arraignment is set for July 13.

Relatives say an 18-year-old shot by Detroit police during a foot pursuit near Bates and Farmer was struck in the back; investigators and prosecutors are reviewing the case.

Overnight storms knocked out power to roughly 14,000 Michigan customers, with Barry, Kalamazoo and Allegan counties hardest hit as crews work to restore service. Live outage trackers show where outages cluster.

Lawmakers advanced a package that would bar former legislators and department heads from registering as lobbyists for two years to curb the 'revolving door.'

Detroit Free Press released a voter guide for Michigan's Aug. 4 primary with candidate Q&As and key absentee and early-voting dates. The guide focuses on competitive races around Metro Detroit.