Rep. Friske released while assault investigation continues

Michigan Rep. Neil Friske (R-Charlevoix) was released from the Lansing city lockup on Friday without being charged with a crime....

Oakland County deputy fatally shot during ‘ambush’ on Detroit’s east side

An Oakland County Sheriff deputy was shot and killed while investigating a car theft in Madison Heights that ended with...

MichMash: How will lawmakers respond to recent mass shootings in Michigan?

Despite gun legislation introduced after last year's shooting on Michigan State University's campus, recent mass shootings in southeast Michigan are...

Detroit Evening Report: Whitmer launches task force to address gun violence in Michigan

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is establishing a gun violence prevention task force for Michigan to address and reduce instances of gun...

The John Shippen tournament aims to increase diversity in golf

The Detroit Golf Club is hosting The John Shippen men’s golf invitational this weekend. Fourteen Black golfers will play for...

The Metro: New Outlier Media survey offers insights on turnout, priorities for Detroit voters

Outlier Media has commissioned the Detroit Metro Area Communities Study (DMACS) — a project of the University of Michigan —...

Alternate Take: Hear ACDC cover from Detroit dance band Slingshot; music from Arthur Russell and more

On the latest episode of Alternate Take, I share music from Slingshot, a band that performed live on the iconic...

People and vehicles are likely causing bird flu transmission in Michigan, USDA reports

In the latest interstate bird flu outbreak among dairy cattle and poultry, Michigan is reporting the highest number of cases...

The Metro Events Guide: Comedy, culture and light displays in Detroit this weekend

This week, we’re highlighting local talent, from comedians to musicians to tie-dye artists. Plus, a Juneteenth book fair and an Eid...

Detroit Evening Report: Violent crime down 30-70% in Detroit areas served by ShotStoppers, report shows

Violent crime has dropped between 30-70% in most areas served by Detroit’s ShotStoppers program, according to new data released by...

GOP lawmaker arrested in Lansing after alleged shots fired incident

A Republican state lawmaker remains jailed in Lansing following his arrest early Thursday for “a felony-level offense” after police officers...

Created Equal: Why urban areas like Detroit are more at risk during heat waves

A heat wave is moving through metro Detroit this week, bringing with it various health risks, severe storms and a...