Categories
Michigan Fourth of July weekend: heat, beaches and fireworks. What to know.
Michigan's Fourth of July weekend will bring hot weather, busy roads and hazardous swimming conditions at some beaches. Here's what to know about the forecast, travel, fireworks l…
Spoon Refuse the Nostalgia Trap in Detroit
As the most critically acclaimed indie rock band of the 21st century, Spoon has rightfully earned every one of its accolades. The post Spoon Refuse the Nostalgia Trap in Detroit a…
Why earwigs are getting into your home and how to keep them out
Finding earwigs indoors? Learn why they come inside and the best ways to prevent and remove them.
Detroit Red Wings 2026 free agency: Carter Mazur signs 2-year deal
NHL free agency officially kicked off on Wednesday afternoon with teams beginning to sign players ahead of the 2026-27 season.
AAA brings back free Tow to Go rides in Michigan for Independence Day weekend
AAA’s Tow to Go returns to Michigan for July 4 weekend, giving impaired drivers a free confidential ride and tow up to 10 miles.
Dearborn to crack down on fireworks violations, issues youth curfew for holiday weekend
The City of Dearborn is implementing a “zero-tolerance” fireworks safety enforcement and a new temporary youth curfew for the 4th of July holiday weekend.
After deaths and abuse allegations, former Huron Valley prisoners and families take their fight statewide
A new coalition of formerly incarcerated women and family members of women held at Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility is launching a statewide tour to amplify allegations …
Grand Traverse drug investigation leads to felony charges for Muskegon man
Detectives in northern Michigan seized suspected meth, fentanyl, cocaine and crack, leading to felony charges against a West Michigan man.
Manistee County Library highlights new arrivals, summer reading
Manistee County Library spotlights new fiction, nonfiction and youth titles, plus its adult summer reading program.
State asks residents to report turkey sightings to study reproduction success
As we head into summer, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is asking residents to track turkeys across the state.
Detroit man charged after allegedly killing two pedestrians in crash
A Detroit man has been charged after prosecutors say he killed two people in a crash over the weekend.
Priority Waste CEO responds to complaints across SE Michigan, outlines plans for future
The new CEO of Priority Waste is outlining a plan for service recovery following reports in June by 7 News Detroit about problems with trash pickup.
Health Alert: What to watch out for in extreme heat
Extreme heat isn’t just uncomfortable, it can become a serious medical emergency. There are three main heat illnesses people should know about.
America 250: How two roads in Detroit changed American driving forever
Two stretches of road right here in Detroit helped shape the way we drive across the United States; Both the Davison Freeway and Woodward Avenue
Skubal works 6 strong innings, Tigers hit 5 homers in win over the Yankees
NEW YORK (AP) — Tarik Skubal pitched six innings of one-hit ball and Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees.
Workers brave extreme heat, Oakland County water park closes due to dangerous temperatures
Red Oaks Water Park closed Tuesday due to extreme heat as Detroit-area workers found ways to stay cool during a dangerous heat wave.
Oxford family's bandana American flag draws smiles ahead of America's 250th birthday
An Oxford family is turning heads — and generating smiles online — with a front yard American flag made entirely out of bandanas, just in time for America's 250th birthday.
Manistee National Forest Festival brings back lumberjacks, Twiggy and other favorites
Favorite events return to the Manistee National Forest Festival, including Twiggy, lumberjack shows, the Firecracker 5K and pancake breakfast.
Warren firefighter charged with electronic harassment of 18-year-old woman
A Warren firefighter and former school board member is facing criminal charges, accused of sending threatening and harassing messages to an 18-year-old woman.
Michigan family mourns firefighter Emily Barker killed in Utah-Colorado border wildfire
Rosemary Barker's last communication from her daughter Emily was on Mother's Day when Emily sent her mother a card that she had made years ago at camp.
Medicare rolls out $50 GLP-1 drugs. ‘Pandemonium’ ahead for Michigan doctors?
A new Medicare program offers some beneficiaries GLP-1 drugs at just $50 a month for weight loss, but the program is temporary, and eligibility rules could shut out many patients.
Northern Michigan faces enhanced severe weather risk on Wednesday
Severe weather chances have rapidly increased for Wednesday. Here's what to know.
Detroit nonprofit Mittens for Detroit loses thousands of gloves in flood, seeks donations to recover
In the middle of summer, a Detroit nonprofit is already worried about winter — and whether it will have enough gloves to help the thousands of people who depend on it.
Detroit expands Occupy the Summer initiative with new partnership for youth programs
Detroit expands Occupy the Summer with a new DiscoverWorks partnership, offering free programs for 60,000 youth this summer.
City council approves extending ShotSpotter contract in Detroit through March 2027
Detroit City Council has voted to keep ShotSpotter technology up and running throughout various locations.
Michigan widow receives more than $200K after campaign inspired by Michigan veteran
An 86-year-old Michigan widow received more than $210,000 after a viral veteran campaign sparked donations from across the country.
Housing bill will become law with or without Trump’s signature, House Speaker Johnson says
A major housing bill is headed to become law without Trump’s signature, advancing affordable housing and construction reforms.
Heat wave forces outdoor workers to adapt as temperatures approach triple digits in metro Detroit
Outdoor workers in metro Detroit are pushing through dangerous heat this week, taking extra precautions to stay safe as temperatures approach triple digits.
Motor City Brewing Works to open on weekends through the summer
Motor City Brewing Works said it is opening for weekends this summer, after announcing a pause in operations earlier this year.
More than 150 cases of Cyclosporiasis reported in SE Michigan, MDHHS confirms
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says there have been more than 150 cases of Cyclosporiasis reported in Southeastern Michigan since June 22.