schools
New ranking shows the best and worst states for teachers
A new ranking is revealing where teachers can find the strongest career opportunities.
The Detroit
All News
schools
Secretary of State candidates to debate at U-M; Bridge to moderate with Gongwer
Garlin Gilchrist II and Anthony Forlini will debate for one hour Oct. 8 at the University of Michigan The event will also allow students to ask questions Jordyn Herman of Bridge Michigan and Zach Gorchow of Gongwer News Service will moderate the event Secretary of State candidate...
News
Voices: Michigan’s water systems need cybersecurity coordination after summer attacks
In late July, hackers breached operational technology at water and wastewater systems across the United States. By the time Minnesota officials went public about attacks on more than 30 of the state’s water systems, President Donald Trump had already decided who was responsible —...
Local
SNAP food replacement benefits deadline is Sept. 23. How to apply.
Detroit Free Press is a partner and shares a reporter with BridgeDetroit. Stories shared are not under a paywall. Detroit Free Press Michiganders in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) have more time to apply for replacement benefits if their food spoiled during ...
safety
Man riding e-motorcycle seriously injured in crash in Rochester Hills
A Rochester Hills man was seriously injured after the e-motorcycle he was riding on was hit by a car on Tuesday morning. According to the Oakland County Sheriff's Office, the 42-year-old Rochester Hills man was riding an e-motorcycle on the sidewalk and began crossing West Avon R...
Local
Man charged in connection with deadly Livonia stabbing over stolen backpack pleads guilty
One of the two men charged in connection with the deadly stabbing of a Detroit man in Livonia over a stolen backpack has pleaded guilty. Scott Andrew Harrington , 26, of Taylor, was charged with larceny from a building and receiving and concealing stolen property worth between $2...
News
Pennsylvania reports 2 more measles deaths as outbreak worsens
There have been two additional measles-related deaths in Pennsylvania, bringing the total number of fatalities in the state this year to four, health officials said. Both individuals were unvaccinated against measles, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health. One lived ...
News
FBI chief Kash Patel defends loosening of employment standards on bestiality, prostitution
FBI Director Kash Patel on Tuesday defended the bureau's loosening of hiring requirements regarding prostitution and bestiality, saying the changes were meant to enable victims of those acts to apply for employment without fear of automatic disqualification. The FBI quietly issue...
News
Mid-American Conference announces it will move to a 9-game conference schedule beginning in 2028
CLEVELAND (AP) The Mid-American Conference announced Tuesday it will move to a nine-game conference schedule in 2028. The decision to add one conference game to the teams' schedules was approved by the MAC Council of Directors of Athletics as conference scheduling models continue...
News
Elon Musk tops Forbes’ list of wealthiest Americans. See who else made the cut
Forbes has revealed its 45th annual Forbes 400 list, which is the definitive ranking of the wealthiest Americans. For the fifth year in a row, Elon Musk holds the top spot. Musk is currently worth $908 billion and briefly became the world's first trillionaire in June during Space...
government
Kennedy Center board votes to close amid Trump branding dispute, financial woes
The board of the Kennedy Center voted on Tuesday to close amid dispute over putting President Donald Trumps name on the iconic performing arts venue. "The Board of The Kennedy Center today agreed, almost unanimously, to close the Building for Safety reasons, and so that it can be...
business
Every Human Detroit to bring AI-driven scent creation experience to Hudson's Detroit tower
Detroit Wick, the Corktown-based fragrance experience company, is opening a new immersive AI-powered scent creation experience in the Hudson's Detroit tower. It's called Every Human Detroit and will be located on Nick Gilbert Way in Detroit Detroit. It's a partnership between Det...
News
Santa’s mailbox is officially open as USPS kicks off Operation Santa
Get your pens and paper ready. Santa is officially accepting letters. USPS is letting parents and children know that Operation Santa has officially kicked off for the holiday season. Each year, thousands of families send letters to the North Pole, and this program gives generous ...
government
National Voter Registration Day aims to get more Americans to the polls this November
For 15 years, National Voter Registration Day has been a dedicated day for making sure Americans are informed, registered and ready to vote in November. All across the country on September 15, thousands of volunteers will be out in their communities, making sure their neighbors a...
News
Most adults battle fatigue, CDC report finds
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevation finds fatigue is extremely common among American adults. Over a three-month period, nearly 72% of Americans said they experienced fatigue on multiple days. Fatigue has become a common complaint. I often hear Im so ti...
parks
FOX 2 Senate Debate: Mike Rogers declines, Roop Raj responds
Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed has committed and will be in studio, while Republican Mike Rogers and his campaign have declined the invitation. The debate is happening regardless with an open podium....
News
Nick Reiner will not face death penalty in killings of his parents, prosecutor says
California prosecutors announced they will not seek the death penalty against Michele and Rob Reiners son Nick, who has been charged with murder in the killing of his parents. Nick Reiner, who turned 33 on Monday, faces two counts of first-degree murder in the killings and an add...
business
Starbucks launches limited-edition peanuts collection featuring Snoopy
Starbucks locations were flooded with customers coast to coast Tuesday as the company began a limited release of 10 Peanuts-themed collectible items, including glass cold cups, accessories and mini tote bags prominently featuring Snoopy. In addition to being sold in stores, the p...
Local
Detroit Month of Design shines light on ‘design that moves the future’
As the first and only U.S. city to be designated an UNESCO City of Design, Detroit is part of a global network of over 40 cities using design to make life better for everyone. That’s especially true during the Detroit Month of Design, when the Motor City transforms into a vibrant...
Local
Mount Clemens man charged with animal torture after allegedly killing kitten
A Metro Detroit man was arraigned in court for allegedly stomping and killing a kitten in Macomb County.
safety
NB I-275 at Ann Arbor Road reopens following crash
A stretch of northbound I-275 was closed Tuesday morning due to a crash. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) reported the crash on northbound I-275 at Ann Arbor Road just before 10 a.m. on Sept. 15. Sky4 at the scene showed crews cleaning up the crash, and it appeare...
News
Macklemore removed from Ed Sheeran stadium tour after “Free Palestine” remarks
Macklemore said Monday that he has been dropped from Ed Sheeran's tour over pro-Palestinian comments made by the Grammy-winning rapper earlier this month onstage at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium. Macklemore said on Instagram that several U.S. venues told the promoter they would pr...
safety
Macomb County man charged with animal torture for allegedly stomping kitten to death
A 33-year-old Macomb County man has been charged with first-degree animal torture after prosecutors say he stomped on and killed a woman’s kitten. Marcus Winfrey, of Mount Clemens, was reportedly sleeping on the steps of the First United Methodist Church on Sept. 2 when he awoke ...
Local
Detroit Red Wings name Shawn Horcoff interim general manager
With the Detroit Red Wings season just over two weeks away and the team still without a permanent leader, the team has appointed Shawn Horcoff as the interim general manager. According to the Red Wings, Horcoff, who has served as the Red Wings assistant GM and GM of the Grand Rap...
government
National Voter Registration Day: How you can register to vote in Michigan
Tuesday, Sept. 15 is National Voter Registration Day, and voters in Michigan made it easier to register to vote throughout the state in 2026. The state has a five-step process to register to vote in Michigan. You can register any time up to 8 p.m. on Election Day in-person, but i...
News
Morning 4: Westland parish pushes back against restructuring proposal — and more news
Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day. So, let’s get to the news. Westland parish pushes back against proposal that could end weekend Masses The community at St. Mary, Cause of Our Joy, is pushing back against a restructuring pro...
safety
Police recover 19 firearms from man who made Islamophobic threats outside Troy library
A 79-year-old Troy man is facing multiple charges after allegedly making threats of violence against four men offering to discuss Islam with the public outside the library on Saturday. Investigators say the man told the victims that he hates Muslims, and reportedly threatened to ...
business
Ford reveals 2027 F-150 with Carhartt edition, new engine & updated grilles
Ford Motor Company announced Tuesday it is introducing the first-ever 2027 F-150 Carhartt Edition, bringing together two of Dearborn's iconic brands. The announcement comes after the automaker revealed the 2027 Ford Super Duty Carhartt Edition earlier this year. As part of the an...
government
AI regulation stalls in Congress as House votes on data center costs
Congress is debating how and whether to regulate artificial intelligence, but meaningful legislation appears unlikely in the near term as key leaders pump the brakes on swift action. Anthropic CEO and co-founder Dario Amodei is among those who have warned about the development of...
safety
Woman accused of leading police chase in stolen U-Haul in Macomb County pleads no contest
A woman accused of leading a police chase in a stolen U-Haul van before crashing it in the middle of a Macomb County intersection has pleaded no contest. Jennifer Roe , 47, of Clinton Township, was charged with one count of third-degree fleeing, one count of receiving and conceal...
News
Iran war cost tens of billions and strained US weapons supply, watchdog says
A U.S. government watchdog released its first report Monday on the impact of the Iran war, acknowledging the military's advanced weapons shortfalls and offering the first public look at the damage to American aircraft, bases and diplomatic outposts in the Middle East. Much of the...
News
Oakland County SWAT training underway this week
A series of SWAT training operations are being conducted this week with Orion Township and Lake Orion the focus Tuesday and Thursday.
safety
Man convicted of deadly shooting outside Detroit apartment complex to spend up to 50 years in prison
A man who was convicted of shooting and killing a Westland man outside a Southwest Detroit apartment complex in 2025 learned his sentence on Friday. The shooting happened outside the Grand Lofts apartment complex on May 4, 2025. Damon Bentley , 28, was arrested and charged with s...
Local
'An easier sense of family': How Catholic faith binds Latino generations together in Detroit
For more than a century, Catholic families have walked through the doors of Most Holy Redeemer in southwest Detroit. The church, built in the 1920s, was once a predominantly German parish and the country's largest English-speaking parish. Over the decades, the neighborhood around...
News
Still shocked at your grocery bill? Here's why prices aren't coming down
Grocery prices remain one of the biggest financial stress points for Americans, even as inflation data shows prices leveling off. The government's consumer price index shows that grocery prices were flat from July to August and up just 2.2% from a year ago. But that stability is ...
News
Tech analyst on AI guardrails and a whistleblower's dire warning
Artificial Intelligence expert Joe Tavares talks about the technology and call for guardrails by insiders.
News
'Widow’s Bay' makes Emmy history while 'The Pitt' underwhelms
A Widows Bay wave slammed into the Emmy Awards on Monday night as the Apple TV show set a single-season record for a comedy with 14 wins, including best comedy series and best actor for star Matthew Rhys, who personally took home three trophies. The celebrations will be long, var...
government
Baker's Keyboard Lounge keeps jazz alive in Detroit after 92 years in business
DETROIT (WXYZ) Known as the world's oldest jazz club, Baker's Keyboard Lounge has helped keep jazz music alive in Detroit since 1934. Located at the intersection of Livernois and 8 Mile Road on Detroit's Avenue of Fashion, the historic venue continues to be a popular spot for liv...
News
Warmer and muggier Tuesday with storms possible
A warmer and muggier day is ahead across Southeast Michigan, with partly sunny skies and highs back in the 80s. The added warmth and humidity will help fuel scattered showers and thunderstorms throughout the day. An isolated severe thunderstorm is possible, with the main window f...
parks
Senate debate: Mike Rogers declined, Abdul El-Sayed confirmed
Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed has committed and will be in studio, while Republican Mike Rogers and his campaign have declined the invitation. The debate is happening regardless with an open podium....
government
Bloomfield Township approves 6-month ban on e-bikes and e-scooters
Bloomfield Township officials have approved a six-month ban on electric bikes and electric scooters following debate at Monday's meeting. The temporary ordinance bans people 16 years old and under from using e-bikes and e-scooters on sidewalks. Township officials say the moratori...
parks
Allen Park entrepreneur asks public for help after trailer stolen with $16K in custom gear
A local business owner said her family is taking a major revenue hit after thieves swiped her trailer packed with custom embroidered apparel and tees. I do a lot of embroidery sweatshirts. I do printed tees. I still do some tumblers. Theyre kind of phasing out," Trudy Miller told...
safety
Armed Troy man charged with hate crimes after threatening to kill Muslim men outside library
A 79-year-old Troy man is facing hate crime charges after allegedly threatening to shoot and kill four Muslim men outside the Troy Public Library after they identified themselves as Muslim. Troy police say Peter Hamilton Northup had a loaded pistol when arrested. The Oakland Coun...
News
Bloomfield Township passes e-bike ban
A 6-month moratorium on e-bikes for kids under the age of 16 will go into effect in Bloomfield Township.
schools
More data center pushback in Michigan township
Residents argued a data center proposal in Lyon Township was too close to schools and too close to the community.
News
Macklemore invited to perform in Dearborn after rapper dropped from Ed Sheeran's tour
The rapper's 'free Palestine' speech led to backlash from several venue owners where Ed Sheeran was scheduled to perform during his "Loop" tour.
safety
100+ teens take part in hands-on driver safety training in Ypsilanti
Driver’s education usually means classroom lessons, practice tests, and time behind the wheel. But more than 100 teens and their parents got a different kind of driving lesson Sunday near Willow Run Airport, where they participated in hands-on training focused on crash avoidance ...
government
Ann Arbor schools threatened by DOJ to revise transgender policy
The DOJ's letter targeting Ann Arbor schools cites comments from school board and trustee officials implying revisions to their transgender policy didn't change the substance: “it doesn't mean we're changing anything. We're trying to be more clever than that.”...
News
Westland parish pushes back against proposal that could end weekend Masses
The community at St. Mary, Cause of Our Joy, is pushing back against a restructuring proposal that could end weekend Masses at the Westland parish beginning in July 2027. The church currently holds two weekday Masses, in addition to Saturday and Sunday services. The possibility o...
News
Six Michigan men hit with felony charges for failing to pay child support
Six men are facing felony charges out of Macomb County for failing to pay child support, a release from the prosecutor's office says.
government
Michigan officials praise Supreme Court decision blocking USPS mail ballot rule
Michigan officials praised the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to leave in place a preliminary injunction halting mandatory implementation of a U.S. Postal Service rule governing mail ballots for the November 2026 election. The rule, issued Aug. 26 following a March executive order...
News
Diesel prices set a new record as Trump calls on Ukraine to stop targeting Russian oil
The national average for a gallon of diesel surged above $6.20 Monday, marking the highest price ever recorded. These prices are up more than $0.30 in just one week and about $2.50 higher than they were a year ago. The record cost could soon impact the price of almost everything ...