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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A 64-year-old Waterford Township man died after his motorcycle struck a deer on Hospital Road; he was taken to McLaren Oakland Hospital and later succumbed to his injuries.
A wrong‑way driver died after an eight‑vehicle crash on Telegraph Road near Five Mile in Redford Township. Police are asking witnesses to come forward.
Four people were injured and two hospitalized after a fire at a four‑story apartment building on Detroit’s west side, officials say. The blaze began in the 4300 block of Cicotte Street and is under investigation.
Politics & Govt in ...
The University of Michigan Board of Regents has reconvened its presidential search committee and expects candidate interviews to begin soon. The board has reopened confidential feedback and nominations.
Community & Society in ...
Ford and Bloomberg pledged $5 million to Detroit schools to reboot auto-tech training and expand seats at two career centers, aiming to move students into paid technician jobs.
A Detroit police lieutenant alleges systemic overtime fraud that she says costs taxpayers millions and is urging audits and oversight.
Two separate overnight shootings left two men dead in Detroit early Sunday; authorities say the incidents were unrelated and remain under investigation.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Auburn Oaks will deliver about 55 homes, including units reserved for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and organizers say move‑ins begin late 2027.
A 39-year-old DeWitt rider died after a crash during an open riding session at Grattan Raceway. The Kent County Sheriff's Office is investigating.
Weather & Environment in ...
Clear, mild morning. Showers and thunderstorms likely tonight into Tuesday with a locally heavy rainfall threat.
Whitmer asked the president for a major disaster declaration after April storms and flooding across Michigan. The move would open FEMA programs for households and local governments.
Waterford voters will decide on Aug. 4 whether to renew a 10‑year non‑homestead operating millage that affects businesses and rentals; homeowners' primary residences are exempt.
NOAA forecasts a strong geomagnetic storm this week that could push auroras into as many as 20 U.S. states; clear, dark skies will be key.
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