MDOT to Close Both Directions of Grand River at I-96 in Brighton This Weekend

Beginning Saturday, MDOT will have significant closures to complete the final pavement marking for the Grand River Ave and I-96 Project. Starting at 5 am Saturday, through 5 am Monday, both eastbound and westbound Grand River Ave. will be closed between the EB I-96 on-ramp and the WB I-96 off-ramp to finalize pavement markings for the Diverging Diamond Interchange.

Kids’ Clothing Chain Starts Closing Sales at All 5 Michigan Stores, Including Birch Run

If you’ve got a gift card from The Children’s Place sitting in a drawer somewhere, now’s a good time to dig it out. The kids’ clothing chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Nov. 8, and going-out-of-business sales are underway at its stores, including the one at Birch Run Premium Outlets.

Flint Councilman pleads guilty to election fraud, ‘no contest’ to assault

FLINT, Mich. — An outgoing Flint City Council member will trade his council seat for an ankle tether after pleading guilty to election law false swearing and no contest to domestic assault charges. Councilman Leon El-Alamin and his attorney, Roland Sizemore, appeared before Genesee County Circuit Judge Khary Hanible...

Michigan woman couldn't believe her Powerball ticket was worth $1M

An Oakland County woman scanned her Powerball ticket three times before she could believe she had won $1 million. Alisa Moore, 61, of Hazel Park won the prize after her ticket matched all five white balls drawn Oct. 19: 8, 31, 32, 42 and 48, according to the Michigan Lottery . She bought the ticket at a Michigan Lottery kiosk inside the Kroger store at 2200 E. 12 Mile Road in Royal Oak. More: Where biggest Michigan Lottery tickets in September were sold "The next day, I scanned the ticket on the Michigan Lottery app to check it," Moore told the Michigan Lottery. "When $1 million came up on my phone screen, I almost fell out of my chair! I scanned the ticket again, and then a third time because I couldn’t believe what I was seeing." Moore recently claimed her prize and plans to use the money to pay off her mortgage and save the remainder. This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Michigan woman couldn't believe her Powerball ticket was worth $1M

Southern Michigan communities turn to regional management of growing deer herds

On opposite sides of the state, Kent County, and the cities of Farmington Hills, Farmington and Southfield, have turned to regional coalitions to manage growing deer populations.

Flint Township cafe and church without heat after alleged rooftop furnace theft

FLINT TWP, Mich. — Creative Cafe in Flint Township is advising customers to bundle up before visiting after their rooftop heater was damaged. The cafe says that someone allegedly broke the furnace on Thursday night in order to sell parts for scrap money. Additionally The Bridge church in the...

Martians ground Red Wings 42-7 for fifth stright Distirct crown

Atlas Twp.— The Goodrich Martians moved one step closer to Detroit and Ford Field and the MHSAA State finals. The Goodrich Martians captured their fifth consecutive district crown Nov. 6, routing the St. Johns Red Wings 42-7 at Roy C. Stacey Stadium. Bracing for true Michigan playoff weather, unbeaten...

Tonya Burns outlines priorities for first days as Flint mayor

FLINT, Mich. — As Mayor-elect Tonya Burns prepares to take office Dec. 1, 2026, she is laying the groundwork for her administration, with plans to assess city operations, evaluate staffing and develop a public safety strategy as part of her first 100 days in office. Burns, who defeated incumbent...

Brighton considers altering setback rules for new chicken ordinance

Brighton councilmembers are split over whether to make changes to the municipality's chicken ordinance, just nine months after approving it. Brighton City Council approved an ordinance allowing residents to keep up to six chickens for personal use with a permit in February. Commercial uses, such as selling eggs, remain prohibited. Councilmember Susan Gardner wants officials to consider reducing the required setback from ten feet to five. She said accessory structures should have a common five-foot setback, so chicken coops can later be repurposed. "In the beginning, we do compare surrounding areas," Gardner said during a meeting Nov. 10. "We consider what has worked (well) in other communities — but then when you apply it to your own community, it gives an opportunity to get some feedback or maybe have a little bit of reflection on what’s working or maybe what could be changed.” Mayor Pro-Tem Jim Bohn opposed changing the ordinance, arguing the discussion was only coming up because one resident “created his own hardship” by putting up a chicken coop before chickens were permitted. Gardner said the discussion wasn't intended to appease anyone but to consider what's best for the community. She noted councilmembers have revisited and changed other

Banta returns as Detroit Catholic Central football wins regional title

CLARKSTON — Duke Banta led Detroit Catholic Central out of the locker room. Then the senior quarterback led the defending state champions to their third straight Division 1 regional title. Banta returned from a broken collarbone suffered in a Week 6 win over Toledo Central Catholic. He completed eight passes for 66 yards, a touchdown and an interception in a 21-7 win Friday, Nov. 13, at Clarkston. Catholic Central (11-1) advances to the Nov. 21 state semifinal against East Kentwood or Portage Central at a neutral site yet to be announced. More: Subscribe to “Michigan Sidelines,” our high school sports newsletter Banta looked rusty in his first game back, but that was understandable. He was also without Texas Tech commit and four-star senior Gideon Gash, who was ruled out with an injury in a game-time decision. But Catholic Central’s defense, special teams and running game had his back. After Clarkston grabbed a 7-0 lead on Ty Duffy’s 3-yard run, Catholic Central kept giving Banta short fields. Late in the first quarter, Kaden Gonzales blocked a punt to give the offense possession at the Clarkston 7. Moments later, Jalen Montlouis scored on a 1-yard run. Midway through the second quarter, A’Mari

Pedestrian Deaths Spike in SE Michigan, Oakland County Bets on Roundabouts

Southeast Michigan recorded 100 pedestrian deaths in 2025, one fewer than the region’s 2016 record. That rise came even as overall crashes, fatalities and serious injuries fell from the previous year. Intersection crashes caused 131 deaths, surpassing lane-departure crashes for the first time. Oakland County is developing a plan for two roundabouts in Commerce Township as one response to intersection safety concerns.

CONCRETE REPLACEMENT WORK AT GRAND RIVER AVE./BECK RD. INTERSECTION IN NOVI STARTS NOV. 17

The Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC) expects to conduct concrete replacement work at the Grand River Avenue/Beck Road intersection in Novi from Tuesday, Nov. 17, through late November. During the work, eastbound and westbound traffic will be maintained on Grand River Avenue. However, eastbound Grand River Avenue traffic will...

Rootless Coffee in Grand Blanc to Debut Coffee Shop Addition Next Year

A company is upgrading from local pop-ups to a full-service cafe. Rootless Coffee out of Grand Blanc is making plans for a new coffee shop in the city. Their roastery is currently at 8240 Embury Road Suite K, and the shop looks to be under construction at the same location. An opening date has not yet been announced.

West Bloomfield sets election turnout record

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Record numbers were set for voting in West Bloomfield Township during the Nov. 3 election. “With approximately 40,000 ballots cast, participation in the 2026 general election has surpassed West Bloomfield Township’s previous gubernatorial general election turnout record of 36,407 ballots set in 2022,” said Debbie Binder, West Bloomfield Clerk and trustee. “We have also exceeded the total number of ballots cast in several previous presidential election years, including 2008, 2012 and 2016.”

Metro Detroit Weekend Road Construction For Nov 13 - 16, 2026

Lansing, MI - MDOT has announced the November 13 through November 16, 2026 planned weekend and upcoming construction (I, M, US roads) locations. Please excuse this late posting as MDOT's issuing of the press release was not in time for our Friday publication. Multiple work crews may be involved in...

Food drive in Burton for Thanksgiving, Christmas

Flint church raising money after rooftop furnace parts stolen

FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) — A Flint church is working to make repairs and improve security after someone stole parts from rooftop heating equipment. Leaders at The Bridge on Corunna Road say someone got onto the roof Thursday night and removed components from one of the church's rooftop furnaces. The...

Golf Club & Eager Road Roundabout Expected To Open Saturday

A roundabout project in Oceola Township is track for completion this weekend. The Livingston County Road Commission advises that roundabout construction on Golf Club Road at Eager Road is wrapping up. However, due to yesterday's rain and today's weather conditions, pavement markings have not yet been completed. The Road Commission...

Recovery Alliance Project expands services in Flint with new funding

FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) — Recovery Alliance Project marked a period of growth Thursday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in downtown Flint, highlighting new funding and expanded recovery services. The nonprofit held the event at its location on South Saginaw Street, bringing together community leaders, recovery advocates and local partners. Recovery...

Atlas Township pathway bridge completes local regional connection

Atlas Twp. — The missing link connecting Goodrich and Atlas Township with Grand Blanc Township and the city of Grand Blanc is now in place. Crews eased the centerpiece into position on Nov. 3 during the installation of a new pedestrian bridge. Constructed by Contech Engineering in Alexandria, Minn.,...