WARREN — The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan has filed a federal lawsuit against several Warren police officers and the city on behalf of a family alleging a man’s rights were violated.

METRO DETROIT — For those who have active roles in various business spaces in the metro Detroit area, shopping plazas can provide some benefits for in-person shopping as opposed to buying online.

STERLING HEIGHTS — A Detroit man is facing charges related to a shooting and assault involving his wife that occurred in July in Sterling Heights.

STERLING HEIGHTS — Despite one councilman’s objection, the Sterling Heights City Council voted to approve the purchase of more Flock Safety cameras.

MACOMB COUNTY — Several months after the mayors of the two largest cities in Macomb County signed an agreement aimed at bolstering the defense industry’s ties to the region, they have collaboratively launched a national search to fill a key leadership position.

OAKLAND COUNTY — Summer is coming to a close and that means that high school football teams across Michigan are preparing for the 2025 season.

FARMINGTON — At its July 21 meeting, the Farmington City Council voted 4-0 to extend hours for businesses in the Syndicate social district.

FARMINGTON — Shiawassee Park in Farmington welcomed Michigan’s first Fitness Court featuring a studio at a ribbon-cutting ceremony Aug. 12.

FARMINGTON HILLS — Jim Cubera, city engineer, started his career with the city of Farmington Hills in May 1977, and will conclude his tenure of more than 48 years Aug. 29.

WARREN — A former Warren police officer who was behind the wheel during a high-speed crash that killed two occupants of another vehicle in late 2024 will stand trial.

BRIGHTON — The sports landscape in Southeast Michigan has added a new team to the mix after a successful inaugural season from the Detroit Metro Football Club.

FARMINGTON HILLS — Thanks to the quick thinking of an employee, a dangerous situation was avoided at a local Walgreens.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Plans are now underway for West Bloomfield’s budget in 2026, and the township is requesting the public’s input.

KEEGO HARBOR — On Aug. 7, the Michigan Court of Appeals ruled 3-0 to dissolve an order that had paused the demolition of Roosevelt Elementary.

MOUNT CLEMENS — Closing a major street and parking lot for a summer-long construction project may seem like a death knell to local businesses, but the reality appears to be different.

DETROIT — Detroit’s reputation as a place where musical excellence is nurtured and celebrated will be on display over Labor Day weekend when the Detroit Jazz Festival returns for its 46th year.

ROYAL OAK — Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats presented by Flagstar Bank recently announced the musical lineup for the Aug. 29-Sept. 1 festival.

HAZEL PARK — Green Acres Park will once again host the Hazel Park Arts Fair, this year with more than 90 artists on-site. The fair will also feature the “Clazel Park Pottery Showdown” — a show within a show starring the Clawson Clay Guild.

HAZEL PARK — Two men face felony charges after using a truck to smash through the wall of a marijuana processing center in Hazel Park, leading police on a chase through Detroit where they were captured.

HAZEL PARK — When Charles Lisée helped launch the Hazel Park Community Garden in 2012, the intent was to turn urban gardening into a communal experience, where residents could enjoy creating fresh food together.