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Detroit’s Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre announces 2026 concert lineup -- Here’s a list
Read full article: Detroit’s Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre announces 2026 concert lineup -- Here’s a listThe Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre is back for another summer along the Detroit River, and the 2026 concert season is packed with national touring acts, acclaimed artists and a Wednesday night jazz series.
What’s Going Around in Metro Detroit: Spring allergies, stomach viruses, asthma flare-ups
Read full article: What’s Going Around in Metro Detroit: Spring allergies, stomach viruses, asthma flare-upsHere’s our weekly round-up of what illnesses are spreading the most in Metro Detroit communities, according to our local doctors and hospitals.
What to know about Education Freedom Tax Credit -- how it works, what it means for Michigan
Read full article: What to know about Education Freedom Tax Credit -- how it works, what it means for MichiganA new federal tax credit designed to expand school choice is taking center stage in Metro Detroit, as national and state leaders prepare to promote the policy at a press conference Friday afternoon.
Former Detroit police sergeant faces 6th sexual assault case involving 14-year-old girl
Read full article: Former Detroit police sergeant faces 6th sexual assault case involving 14-year-old girlA retired Detroit police sergeant accused of leading a double life and raping multiple women over several years is now facing a sixth case involving a 14-year-old girl.
Detroit’s Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre announces 2026 concert lineup -- Here’s a list
Read full article: Detroit’s Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre announces 2026 concert lineup -- Here’s a listThe Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre is back for another summer along the Detroit River, and the 2026 concert season is packed with national touring acts, acclaimed artists and a Wednesday night jazz series.
High school renovations bring state-of-the-art sports facilities to students in Taylor
Read full article: High school renovations bring state-of-the-art sports facilities to students in TaylorConstruction is underway on major athletic-facility upgrades at Taylor High School, part of the Taylor School District’s voter-approved $130 million bond program.
Oakland County woman has played same lottery numbers for years. This time she won $1.2M
Read full article: Oakland County woman has played same lottery numbers for years. This time she won $1.2MAn Oakland County woman has played the same set of lottery numbers for years. This time, she ended up winning a $1.2 million Lotto 47 jackpot.
Sterling Heights woman says restoration company lost priceless belongings after house fire
Read full article: Sterling Heights woman says restoration company lost priceless belongings after house fireA Sterling Heights woman says the company she hired to help restore her home after a 2023 fire left her with more heartache than help — losing irreplaceable items and delivering boxes that didn’t even belong to her.
Roseville man accused of abusing young girls, producing images of 7-year-old
Read full article: Roseville man accused of abusing young girls, producing images of 7-year-oldA 19-year-old Roseville man is accused in federal and state cases of producing and sharing child sexually abusive material, according to a federal criminal complaint and local law enforcement.
Macomb County man sentenced for murdering his girlfriend in front of their child
Read full article: Macomb County man sentenced for murdering his girlfriend in front of their childA Clinton Township man will spend at least 40 years in prison for shooting and killing his girlfriend in front of their child, officials said.
Shelby Township police launch ‘Operation Safe Kids’ to crack down on drivers passing school buses
Read full article: Shelby Township police launch ‘Operation Safe Kids’ to crack down on drivers passing school busesIt’s an ongoing battle -- drivers not stopping for school buses picking up kids. Now, Shelby Township is stepping up its crackdown on drivers.
Woman admits to organizing 13+ ‘push-out’ thefts at Ulta stores in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Woman admits to organizing 13+ ‘push-out’ thefts at Ulta stores in Metro DetroitA Detroit woman has pleaded guilty to organizing “push out” thefts at more than 13 Ulta Beauty stores in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties, officials said.
Washtenaw County confirms 7th measles case -- Here’s a list of new exposure sites
Read full article: Washtenaw County confirms 7th measles case -- Here’s a list of new exposure sitesA community college, hospital and Kroger location have been listed as possible exposure sites as Washtenaw County confirms its seventh measles case.
3 charged in Washtenaw County foster family murder to appear in court today -- here’s why
Read full article: 3 charged in Washtenaw County foster family murder to appear in court today -- here’s whyThe three charged in the double murder of a foster family in Washtenaw County are expected to appear in court on Wednesday.
Washtenaw County judge bars child sexual-abuse material evidence in 1989 murder case
Read full article: Washtenaw County judge bars child sexual-abuse material evidence in 1989 murder caseA Washtenaw County judge on Monday barred prosecutors from using evidence that child sexual abuse material was found on one of Buster Robbins’ devices and narrowed consent-related evidence in the 1989 murder of Beverly Wivell.
Michigan baby faced weeks of insurance denials before treatment. Now mom is warning others
Read full article: Michigan baby faced weeks of insurance denials before treatment. Now mom is warning othersA Michigan 3-month-old will get lifesaving treatment after weeks of insurance denials and precious time having passed.
Washtenaw County reports fourth suspected measles case, lists exposure locations
Read full article: Washtenaw County reports fourth suspected measles case, lists exposure locationsWashtenaw County Health Department announced a fourth suspected case of measles Saturday and published new exposure locations and times. The latest case is a close contact of the first case announced March 11. Laboratory testing has not yet confirmed measles for this case.
Michigan health officials urge vaccinations after measles outbreak hits Washtenaw County
Read full article: Michigan health officials urge vaccinations after measles outbreak hits Washtenaw CountyLead Michigan health officials confirmed three measles cases in Washtenaw County and urged residents to check their vaccination status as the state sees more cases linked to a nationwide rise.
Truck sideswipes Livingston County Sheriff’s patrol car while deputies respond to rollover crash
Read full article: Truck sideswipes Livingston County Sheriff’s patrol car while deputies respond to rollover crashA pickup truck sideswiped a Livingston County Sheriff’s patrol car while deputies responded to a different crash Tuesday morning.
Trinity Health Livingston is relocating to new campus next month -- here’s what to know
Read full article: Trinity Health Livingston is relocating to new campus next month -- here’s what to knowTrinity Health Livingston is getting ready for a major transition as it moves operations from its longtime hospital campus in Howell to a new campus in Brighton.
What it’s like to take ski lessons at Mt. Brighton in Livingston County
Read full article: What it’s like to take ski lessons at Mt. Brighton in Livingston CountySkiing is one of the most popular Winter Olympic sports, combining speed, skill, and a touch of danger. But what is it like for someone who’s just starting out or coming back after years away?
Middle East conflict drives up fertilizer prices, squeezing farmers across Metro Detroit
Read full article: Middle East conflict drives up fertilizer prices, squeezing farmers across Metro DetroitThe war in the Middle East is pushing up gas prices, but farmers say it’s also hitting them during planting season as fertilizer costs rise amid shipping disruptions tied to the Strait of Hormuz.
Monroe County warns residents of familiar traffic violation text scam
Read full article: Monroe County warns residents of familiar traffic violation text scamMonroe County officials are warning residents about a text scam that falsely claims recipients have outstanding traffic violations and demands payment.
15-year-old boy arrested in armed carjacking at Monroe County high school parking lot
Read full article: 15-year-old boy arrested in armed carjacking at Monroe County high school parking lotA 15-year-old boy has been taken into custody after reportedly stealing a car at gunpoint from a high school parking lot in Monroe County.
Second suspect arrested at Indiana hotel after 60+ pets rescued from Michigan home, 20+ found dead
Read full article: Second suspect arrested at Indiana hotel after 60+ pets rescued from Michigan home, 20+ found deadA Genesee County couple was charged after more than 90 living and dead dogs were found in their home last month. Both are now in custody after the male suspect was found hiding at a hotel in Indiana.
Police hunt for Genesee County couple after 95 pets found dead and alive in grisly squalor
Read full article: Police hunt for Genesee County couple after 95 pets found dead and alive in grisly squalorThe Flint Township Police Department searched a home on Tuesday morning and discovered what officers described as “overwhelming filth,” toxic air, and dozens of dead and living animals inside.
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Is there a silver lining to the Northern Michigan ice storm? Here’s what DNR said
Read full article: Is there a silver lining to the Northern Michigan ice storm? Here’s what DNR saidIt’s been one year since the ice storm that took out trees, closed roads, and knocked out power, cell phone service and internet for days.
Oakland County woman has played same lottery numbers for years. This time she won $1.2M
Read full article: Oakland County woman has played same lottery numbers for years. This time she won $1.2MAn Oakland County woman has played the same set of lottery numbers for years. This time, she ended up winning a $1.2 million Lotto 47 jackpot.
Roseville man accused of abusing young girls, producing images of 7-year-old
Read full article: Roseville man accused of abusing young girls, producing images of 7-year-oldA 19-year-old Roseville man is accused in federal and state cases of producing and sharing child sexually abusive material, according to a federal criminal complaint and local law enforcement.
High school renovations bring state-of-the-art sports facilities to students in Taylor
Read full article: High school renovations bring state-of-the-art sports facilities to students in TaylorConstruction is underway on major athletic-facility upgrades at Taylor High School, part of the Taylor School District’s voter-approved $130 million bond program.
Seniors react to Michigan bill mandating frequent driving tests for drivers 75 and older
Read full article: Seniors react to Michigan bill mandating frequent driving tests for drivers 75 and olderA bill proposed in the Michigan Senate would require older drivers to undergo more frequent testing to renew or obtain a driver’s license.
Grosse Ile sexual assault investigation underway, suspects identified, no arrests made
Read full article: Grosse Ile sexual assault investigation underway, suspects identified, no arrests madeGrosse Ile police confirmed an investigation is underway into an alleged sexual assault involving a minor, but officials say limited information is being released to protect the victim’s privacy.
Legacy and community: How Detroit small businesses are thriving with city support
Read full article: Legacy and community: How Detroit small businesses are thriving with city supportIn Round 3 of the Detroit Legacy Business Project, 30 local businesses are being honored with grants totaling $310,000, helping them modernize and continue serving their communities.
Macomb County man sentenced for murdering his girlfriend in front of their child
Read full article: Macomb County man sentenced for murdering his girlfriend in front of their childA Clinton Township man will spend at least 40 years in prison for shooting and killing his girlfriend in front of their child, officials said.
What to know about event focusing on women entrepreneurs in Detroit
Read full article: What to know about event focusing on women entrepreneurs in DetroitIt’s Women’s History Month, and this weekend, female founders and entrepreneurs are coming together to inspire one another and highlight all of the important work being done in Detroit.
What victims of Plymouth-Canton nude photo hacking scheme said to man at sentencing
Read full article: What victims of Plymouth-Canton nude photo hacking scheme said to man at sentencingSitting in a suit beside his attorney, Michael Justus appeared in federal court Thursday for sentencing with character letters from family, friends, his partner and therapist, along with a statement of his own.
Michigan physician heads to prison for having thousands of child porn images
Read full article: Michigan physician heads to prison for having thousands of child porn imagesA Michigan physician was sentenced Thursday to prison after pleading guilty to distributing thousands of images of child pornography, federal officials said.