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Eisenhower takes No. 6 into Michigan volleyball playoffs
Four seniors who joined the varsity roster as freshmen have helped Utica Eisenhower reach 24-2 and No. 6 in Michigan Division 1. The Eagles are set to meet Romeo in the district tournament, but no verified result was available as of Oct. 7.
Woman charged after Sterling Heights fire linked to broader arson probe
A Belleville woman pleaded not guilty after authorities said she nearly struck a Sterling Heights firefighter while fleeing a suspected fire. Investigators are also reviewing possible links to other arsons.
Shelby Township Residents Seek Relief From M-53 Traffic Noise
Families near M-53 and 24 Mile Road say traffic noise has taken over their yards and bedrooms. MDOT says a noise study generally requires added freeway capacity, while proposed state funding rules remain under review.
Southeast Michigan Projects Capture 19 Million Gallons of Stormwater
More than 1,500 projects across Southeast Michigan capture 19 million gallons of stormwater each year. Watershed groups are seeking $12.5 million to expand residential work, train workers and strengthen native plant supplies.
Michigan Father Sentenced After Threat at Eastpointe Elementary School
David Scott Jr. received one year of probation and 30 hours of community service after pleading no contest to threatening Pleasantview Elementary School in Eastpointe.
Macomb County Senate Races Get Six Endorsements for 2026
The Detroit News Editorial Board has endorsed candidates in six Michigan Senate districts that cover Macomb County for the November 2026 election. The picks include incumbent races, open seats and a newly configured district.
Lakeview High School under fire for menstrual disclosure rule
Parents in Saint Clair Shores are pushing back against Lakeview High School's demand that families report daughters' menstrual cycles to excuse swim class absences. The policy has sparked debate over privacy and fairness.
Sterling Heights Roundabout Has Most Crashes of Any Michigan Intersection in 2025
A roundabout in Sterling Heights saw more crashes than any other intersection in Michigan in 2025, according to new state police data. The report pinpoints where drivers are most likely to get into collisions.
Nearly 280,000 Lose Power as Severe Storms Hit Southeast Michigan
Tornado warnings and damaging winds swept through southeast Michigan Thursday, toppling trees, halting school dismissals, and leaving hundreds of thousands without electricity as utility crews raced to restore service
Metro Detroit Sees Rise in Respiratory Illnesses and Sports Injuries
Doctors across Metro Detroit are reporting a surge in respiratory viruses, COVID-19 cases, and sports-related injuries as students return to school and fall activities ramp up, prompting renewed calls for prevention and early treatment
Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Issued for Parts of Southeast Michigan
Oakland and Livingston counties face severe thunderstorm warnings until 11:45 p.m. Wednesday, while most other Metro Detroit counties remain under no active alerts. Residents are urged to monitor conditions as storms move through the region.
Metro Detroit High School Football Zone Rankings Updated for Week 2
Detroit Catholic Central, Warren De La Salle, Saline, and Detroit Cass Tech remain at the top of their respective zones after strong opening-week wins, as Metro Detroit's high school football rankings shift heading into Week 2.
Metro Detroit High School Football Kicks Off with Week 1 Matchups
High school football returns to Metro Detroit this week, with dozens of teams set to compete in season-opening games across the region. Most contests begin at 7 p.m., offering families and fans a full slate of local action.
Angelina Yonan Named Miss Oakland County 2026 at Farmington Hills Event
Angelina Yonan, an Oakland University student from Macomb, was crowned Miss Oakland County 2026 on August 8 in Farmington Hills and awarded a $1,000 scholarship. She will advance to represent Oakland County at the 2027 Miss Michigan Competition.