Dry weather to start, but clouds, snow is expected to occur this holiday weekend in Metro Detroit
Itโs a 50-50 weekend for Southeastern Michigan, with dry weather to start the weekend before winter weather and our first shovel. Snowfall moves in by the time we get to the end of the weekend on Sunday.
Severe weather forecast for SE Michigan on Wednesday: Timeline, tornado, wind threat breakdown
For the third week in a row at least, we are looking at the potential of strong to severe thunderstorms moving into Southeastern Michigan and that includes another high-level risk issued from the Storm Prediction Center.
Impactful winter storm to move into Southeastern Michigan midweek -- Hereโs what we know (right now)
Southeastern Michigan is looking at a widespread and long-duration winter storm moving into the region starting on Wednesday and continuing into Thursday, bringing the entire run of winter weather into the region.
Wind Advisory in effect through Saturday Night; winds & rain expected for Metro Detroit -- Hereโs what to expect
WIND ADVISORY: Until 9:00 PM Saturday Night - Wind gusts up to 50 MPH are possible across all of Southeastern Michigan. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Detroit Pistons partner with Zelle, local nonprofit to improve financial literacy
In hopes of addressing a financial literacy deficit by working directly with young adults, the Detroit Pistons have partnered with Zelle to offer educational resources to encourage smart and safe banking practices and investing.
Michiganders continue to face hunger this summer. Hereโs how you can help.
Summer is upon us, and for many Michiganders, warm weather, sparkling lakes and summer vacations come to mind. However, for one in six people -- and one in five children -- across southeast Michigan, the summer months can magnify an issue that negatively impacts every facet of day-to-day life: hunger.
Parents say Girl Scouts were barred from selling cookies near Walled Lake marijuana shop, officials say otherwise
WALLED LAKE, Mich. โ Girl Scout troops in Metro Detroit were reportedly prohibited from selling cookies outside of a marijuana dispensary in Walled Lake, but local organization leaders say that the troops were given false information. Last weekend, Oakland County Girl Scouts were welcomed outside of the Greenhouse of Walled Lake cannabis store by owner Jerry Millen, who authorized the girls to sell cookies outside of his dispensary. Following their successful sales, several more Girl Scout troops asked Millen if they could also sell cookies outside of Greenhouse, which Millen approved. AdโGirl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan (GSSEM) does not have a policy prohibiting troops from selling cookies at or near any legally operating business. The national Girl Scouts organization, Girl Scouts of the USA, does discourage troops from selling at locations where the girls cannot legally enter, however, there is no policy prohibiting selling at such businesses,โ the statement reads.
Southeast Michigan Boys and Girls Club members release custom apparel for Black History Month
The organizationโs Industry Club released its custom collection for Black History Month. The teens and BGCSM members are involved in the Reimagine Black Wall Street collection - apparel thatโs open for sale to the public. MORE: Black History Month coverageโRight now going on, we have a pop up shop where people can come and buy our T-shirts and hoodies,โ McKenzy said. AdREAD MORE:โBlack Art Libraryโ exhibit at MOCAD celebrates work of artists through booksCity of Detroit showcases artists as kickoff to Black History MonthTell us: What does Black History Month mean to you? Unmasking the invisible men of the comic book worldโWe just want equity and equality and appreciationโ: The history behind Black History MonthAdHear from the Detroit artist whose Rosa Parks sculpture is featured in Bidenโs Oval Office
Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan launches Spring 2021 season
(Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan)Girls on the Run Spring 2021 programming will practice enhanced safety measures due to the pandemic. ANN ARBOR โ Registration will be opening soon for Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michiganโs spring season. This will be the organizationโs 19th spring season, and its purpose goes far beyond running. Virtual programming will be available for the Spring 2021 season. (Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan)The program begins the week of March 22 and lasts eight weeks.
Brother of businessman killed in Lyon Township crash with wife and son speaks about tragedy
LYON TOWNSHIP, Mich. โ More details have emerged about the family who died in a Lyon Township plane crash together on Saturday. Former president of the Home Builders Association of Southeastern Michigan and president of Compo Home Builders, David Compo, his wife Michele and their son Dawson died in the Lyon Township plane crash Saturday. The small plane crashed into a Lyon Township home with all three on board. The experienced pilotโs Piper Comanche aircraft crashed into the Lyon Township home Saturday afternoon. While the Compo family has been crushed by the tragedy, it is overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support from people in the community.
Morning Briefing Jan. 3, 2021: Businessman, wife, son killed in Lyon Township plane crash, US virus death toll hits 350K, Republicans work to overturn Joe Bidenโs victory
The COVID-19 death toll in the United States has surpassed 350,000 as experts anticipate another surge in coronavirus cases and deaths stemming from holiday gatherings over Christmas and New Yearโs. Saturdayโs update includes 8,983 new cases and 265 additional deaths recorded over a three-day period. The state of Michigan has not provided an update on cases and deaths since Wednesday, Dec. 30 due to the holiday. An average of 88 new virus deaths were recorded each of the three days. New: Coronavirus in Michigan: Hereโs what to know Jan. 3, 2021Hereโs a look at more of the data:
Police: 2 found dead in southeastern Michigan home
SANDUSKY, Mich. โ Authorities in southeastern Michigan are investigating after two people were found dead in their home. The Sanilac County Sheriffโs Department said two people were found shortly before 11 a.m. Saturday in their Sanilac Township home, according to The (Port Huron) Times Herald. Officers found a 53-year-old man and a 51-year-old woman. Authorities said it appears to be an isolated incident and the deaths remain under investigation. Read more: Michigan news