Read full transcript of Whitmer's final State of State address
Whitmer, who reached her two-term limit, touched on various topics, including the economy, education and the roads.
Third person charged in Metro Detroit human trafficking case, authorities say
A third person has been charged in connection with a human trafficking scheme in Southfield, Michigan, according to the Oakland County Sheriff's Office.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer delivers final State of the State address
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her final State of the State address as Michigan's governor on Wednesday night.
Michigan leaders react to President Trump's State of the Union address
President Trump delivered his 2026 State of the Union address on Tuesday, laying out his accomplishments since the beginning of his second term.
Michigan lawmakers introduce bill that would banning kratom
A group of Michigan lawmakers is pushing against the distribution of kratom in the state with newly proposed legislation.
Water main break forces residents to evacuate at Pontiac apartment complex
Residents in Pontiac, Michigan, had to evacuate after a "significant" water main break impacted the Carriage Place Apartments on Tuesday.
Detroit Medical Center hosting Black History Month celebrations
To celebrate the final days of Black History Month, the Detroit Medical Center will be showcasing musical and dance performances.
Wayne State University names Richard Bierschbach as 14th president
Bierschbach was appointed to the interim role in September 2025 after former President Kimberly Andrews Espy stepped down.
Warren man accused of possession child pornography waives preliminary exam
A Warren, Michigan, man who is charged with possessing child sexually abusive material is heading to circuit court after he waived his right to a preliminary exam.
Detroit bridge owner donates $1M to MAGA PAC before Trump's post
Records from the Federal Election Commission show that Ambassador Bridge owner Matthew Moroun donated $1 million to MAGA Inc.
Illinois man charged in 2024 murder, robbery in Metro Detroit
An Illinois man was extradited from Texas to Michigan to face felony charges in connection with a 2024 murder and robbery in Warren.
Giraffe calf at Detroit Zoo euthanized after suffering "serious" spinal injury
Officials say 2-month-old Okidi ran into a habitat viewing panel. Animal care and veterinary teams determined that the giraffe calf sustained a vertebral injury.
Mother charged after two children left in Michigan home for days, police say
A mother is facing multiple felony charges after police say she left two children with special needs in a Flint Township, Michigan, home for days.
Oakland University considers data center on campus
University officials say they are in a "feasibility phase of exploring the option of housing a data center" over the next 120 days.
Lawmakers intensify demand for details on Detroit bridge owner's meeting with Lutnick
Democratic Reps. Robert Garcia and Rashida Tlaib are putting pressure on Ambassador Bridge owner Matthew Moroun after Moroun reportedly met with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.