The Michigan Lottery has contributed over $1 billion to K-12 public schools for the seventh consecutive year, with a total aid reaching over $30 billion since 1972.

An empty Comcast building in Sterling Heights has been repurposed into SEMCA's new 92,000 sq ft trade education center, offering training in skilled crafts and addressing vocational demand.

Michigan LEO seeks applications for the $260,000 Reliable Rides Grant to improve employee transportation, with a February 9, 2026 deadline for proposals.

Starting March 2, 2026, DTE Energy will add a $2.99 fee for each credit or debit card payment to cover third-party processing costs. Customers can avoid it by using other payment methods.

An Oakland County man won $1 million from the Michigan Lottery's Super Raffle, claiming his prize as a lump sum after purchasing the winning ticket with his brother's help.

Michigan drivers experienced lower gas prices with an average of $2.70 per gallon, down 11 cents from the previous week and significantly less than the past month and year, providing cost savings at the pump.

GM's Flint Assembly plant is closed for renovations until January 26, 2026, temporarily laying off around 4,000 workers who will receive benefits. The upgrades are part of a $800 million investment for new truck production.

Michigan motorists face a gas tax increase to 52.4 cents per gallon, with the 6% sales tax removed, to fund $1.1 billion in transportation projects in 2026.

Michigan sees an 8-cent increase in gas prices, with the average now at $2.81 per gallon, according to AAA. Despite the uptick, prices remain lower than last month and the previous year.

Patricia Doe from Westland, Michigan, won $100,000 in the state's Super Raffle game with a ticket from Admiral Petroleum. She plans to use the money for home renovations.

Downtown Home & Garden in Ann Arbor closed after over a century in business, affected by high rents and changing shopping patterns. The community mourned the iconic store's loss.

The Renaissance Center Station post office in downtown Detroit is set to close on January 20, with services moving to the George W. Young Post Office.

Some Michigan stores and restaurants stay open on Christmas, with varying hours, while many close for the holiday. Customers should check local hours before visiting.