Detroit selected local artist Austen Brantley to design a new statue of Joe Louis that highlights his impact on golf and racial barriers, set for unveiling in August 2025.

Michigan cornerback Will Johnson declares for the NFL Draft, bypassing his senior year with teammate Mason Graham also entering the draft. Despite injury, Johnson eyes a top-ten pick.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel warns of AI-driven holiday scams and urges public caution, offering tips and resources for scam prevention and reporting.

Ex-officer Christopher Schurr's trial for the fatal shooting of Patrick Lyoya is set to begin on April 28, 2025.

The Michigan House passed a bill to prevent communities in Wayne and Oakland counties from opting out of public transit taxes, aiming to unify regional transportation.

The Michigan State Police and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services have launched the Safety Net Partnership to offer immediate aid to residents in need, providing state troopers with pre-paid cards and essentials to distribute.

Sterling Heights warns that flow-through humidifiers may significantly increase water bills and recommends residents use WaterSmart to monitor usage and detect leaks.

Movement Music Festival in Detroit reveals part of its 2025 lineup, featuring techno artists like Carl Cox. The event is set for May 24-26 with upgrades to Hart Plaza.

Marquette, Michigan, is considering a ban on dogs at playgrounds and seeks public input at an upcoming meeting, with community concerns focused on dog waste and children's safety.

Dennis J. Albert is appointed as Lowell's new police chief, succeeding the retired Chief Christopher Hurst, and brings 25 years of law enforcement experience.

The new Chandler Park Fieldhouse in Detroit, 75% complete and funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, is set to offer sports facilities and is expected to open in June 2025. Residents participated in the planning process for the $14 million project.

Police in Battle Creek responded to reports of shots fired into an unoccupied home on Ann Avenue; no injuries were reported. The incident remains under investigation.

Authorities in Portage seek a man accused of robbing an Aldi store at gunpoint on South Westnedge Avenue. The public is urged to help with any relevant information.