A federal appeals court revived $82.2M of a $104.6M jury award against Ford and remanded trade-secret damages for a new trial. The ruling restores most contract damages and reshapes how software losses may be valued.

A Center Line Customs and Border Protection officer was sentenced to six years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distributing child sexual-abuse images. Authorities say the case grew from a nationwide FBI operation.

Michigan State Police and partners seized 3,472 grams of fentanyl, 14 guns and $50,000 across multiple Metro Detroit search warrants; investigation continues.

Warner Vineyards has opened a permanent 50‑by‑32‑foot stage, added stacked container suites and scheduled more than 50 concerts starting over Memorial Day weekend.

Lawmakers in Lansing want to move nominations for AG, secretary of state and three university boards out of party conventions and into partisan primaries. Supporters call it a fix for delegate-driven surprises; critics say it would invite big-money primaries.

A shooting along the Southfield Freeway near Joy Road forced Michigan State Police to shut M-39 Thursday night; investigators combed the roadway and no suspects were immediately identified.

A South Lyon woman pleaded no contest to embezzlement from a vulnerable adult and has paid $150,000 toward restitution. Sentencing is set for July 16 in Oakland County.

Forty-five recruits from Training Class 89 were sworn in after months of EMT certification and supervised fieldwork. The ceremony marks a boost to the Detroit Fire Department's ranks.

Canton police arrested 10 people during a two‑day retail fraud detail that targeted big‑box chains. Officials say two suspects were tied to a scheme moving more than $100,000 in merchandise.

Warren's council approved an eight‑month moratorium on new gas stations and car washes so planners can rewrite zoning and curb oversaturation.

State records show federal immigration agents placed plate‑scanning cameras on Michigan highways. Civil‑liberties groups and lawmakers warn the move raises privacy and constitutional concerns.

Clear Friday morning gives way to steady rain late Friday night into Saturday, with gusts to about 30 mph and Small Craft Advisories for nearshore waters.

The Detroit Lions have extended All‑Pro linebacker Jack Campbell through the 2030 season; contract terms have not yet been released. The deal follows Campbell’s breakout 2025 year.