The Michigan Nurses Association sued Sturgis Hospital after an abrupt June 19 closure, alleging the hospital gave union nurses just three days' notice and seeking back pay.

Wildfire smoke has pushed Detroit's air into the hazardous range on Friday. Relief may start late Friday, but storms with gusty winds are likely Saturday.

Federal prosecutors charged a second man in the church sex scandal tied to Tom Durham, widening a probe that began in 2025 and grew from an FBI search and court filings.

A 19‑year‑old from Plymouth Township pleaded guilty after faking violent messages that led to arrests of two teens. Forensic analysis unraveled the claims and a civil suit followed.

Clerks across Michigan have begun public logic‑and‑accuracy tests of voting machines ahead of the Aug. 4 primary. Tests are open to observers and run before early voting starts.

Brix Wine will temporarily close its Franklin Street spot on Aug. 1 as owner Mikiah Westbrooks prepares to relocate; the bar aims to reopen this fall.

A Detroit News–WDIV/Glengariff poll puts Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson at 72% and Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson at 12% in the Democratic primary. The numbers show Benson widening an already‑large lead as Michigan heads toward the Aug. 4 primary.

Dr. David C. Miller, who became Michigan Medicine CEO on July 1, 2025, plans to leave the health system for an out‑of‑state job after a short tenure. The move creates a leadership transition at U‑M’s flagship health system.

The IRS raised the standard business mileage rate to 76 cents per mile effective July 1, 2026, citing volatile fuel prices. The rare midyear change will affect reimbursements and recordkeeping through year‑end.

Rep. Haley Stevens introduced the Tariff Refund Act to send rebate checks to households hit by Trump-era tariffs, proposing payments up to $1,700 per family.

Trader Joe's is reportedly pursuing the former CVS at Canton Corners on Ford Road; landlord listings show the 12,309‑sq‑ft unit as 'lease pending' and permits show activity.

Maha Freij is stepping back after more than 35 years leading ACCESS. The board named COO Lina Hourani‑Harajli to become president and CEO on Oct. 1, 2026.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires has left Detroit hazy under a statewide Air Quality Alert. Highs near 90°F today; storms likely Saturday.