Virgil C. Smith, former Michigan lawmaker and first African-American chief judge of the 3rd Circuit Court, passed away at 77 due to COPD and kidney failure.

Former Oakland County teacher Jocelyn Sanroman is charged with sexual misconduct with a 16-year-old student after allegedly admitting the relationship to a colleague.

A 17-year-old boy and a 22-year-old woman were seriously injured in a shooting near Larned and Randolph just before Detroit’s Ford Fireworks show. Authorities are offering a $1,000 reward for information.

The Detroit Red Wings have announced their 2025 preseason schedule, including an opener against the Chicago Blackhawks and multiple games against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

A 10-year-old autistic child drowned in Lake Huron after falling off a tube without a life jacket. Despite a swift 40-minute search, the child was pronounced dead at MyMichigan Tawas.

Michigan is increasing efforts to prevent gun violence through federal grants and community actions, with a current grant window open until July 2025. Governor Whitmer supports these programs aiming for a safer Michigan.

The Macomb County Office of Senior Services is seeking sponsors and vendors for their 34th annual Senior Fun Festival on September 25 at the Lorenzo Cultural Center.

The leader of the "Thorough Bread Family" gang in Jackson was sentenced to over 17 years for drug trafficking, in efforts to combat the gang's impact on the community.

A Detroit business owner, Sean Allos, is charged with running a criminal enterprise involving the resale of stolen property from Sam’s Club stores; an operation revealed by Michigan AG Nessel's unit.

WS Development has acquired the Breton Village shopping center in Grand Rapids, Michigan, a property with a diverse retail mix transitioned into an open-air shopping space.

The National Weather Service predicts a week of varied weather in Detroit, including thunderstorms and sunny periods, with temperatures reaching into the 80s and 90s.

Oakland County celebrated the opening of Westwood South Apartments in Pontiac, offering 72 mixed-income units and amenities. The development, built on a former college site, was supported by the county's $2.5 million loan.

A Kalamazoo man, Marvin Humphrey, was sentenced to 18-40 years for the second-degree murder of 68-year-old Minette Weaver. He received credit for 144 days served.