ROSEVILLE — One of Michigan’s own would like to introduce himself to Ralph Macchio and Jaden Smith as the new “Karate Kid.”

ROSEVILLE — At Christmastime during World War II, families scaled back on meal options, decorations and gifts because of the rations on food and other merchandise.

ROSEVILLE — When Christmas arrived in 2020 — the year of the COVID-19 pandemic — Rick and Dawn Gaines wanted to do something to lift up people’s spirits.

METRO DETROIT — While winter recreational activities provide a cool time, it’s important to remember safety when venturing out on the ice.

CENTER LINE — The city of Center Line had a ribbon-cutting to unveil a specially designed mural on the side of City Hall Dec. 6 as part of the Detroit Institute of Arts Partners in Public Art program.

WARREN — The Busch Branch of the Warren Public Library, located at 23333 Ryan Road, will remain closed after school hours until Feb. 28, 2025, per the Warren Library Commission.

WARREN — Wave Project is opening a new shelter for unhoused adults Dec. 29 through March 22 at Trinity Lutheran Church Warren to reduce homelessness during the cold weather.

MADISON HEIGHTS — Officials with the Madison Heights Department of Public Services are forecasting colder, wetter weather this winter. They’re preparing accordingly.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Santa was in attendance as Clinton Township got in the holiday spirit with its annual Christmas Aglow celebration Dec. 7.

ROYAL OAK — It’s that time of year again to light up the windows of the young patients of Corewell Health and spread the love as the holiday tradition Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams begins for its sixth year.

NOVI — Novi police transparency with the community regarding home invasions led to the rare arrest of an alleged member of an elusive transnational gang Dec. 2.

NOVI — A Novi police officer and his wife are trying to spread awareness that breast cancer can happen at any age after she got diagnosed a week before her 35th birthday.

GROSSE POINTES — A group of teenage suspects has been arrested after the teens reportedly committed more than a dozen larcenies from unlocked autos in Grosse Pointe Farms and Grosse Pointe City over a period of a couple of days.

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — The North Branch of the Clinton River slices through Macomb Township, serving as the main geographic feature to break up the township’s otherwise contiguous 36.4 square miles.

CLAWSON — Clawson police officer Aundreana Beydoun was taught growing up to always respect the elderly.

WARREN/MOUNT CLEMENS — A recall effort targeting Warren Mayor Lori Stone was derailed by Macomb County elections officials last month before it had a chance to get going.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Shelby Township celebrated its annual Christmas Aglow with all sorts of Christmas decorations and activities to start off the holiday this year on Dec. 6 at the Shelby Township Hall.

UTICA — The United Shore Professional Baseball League has announced that it will be constructing a building next to Jimmy John’s Field that will house the league’s headquarters and a restaurant.

METRO DETROIT — The belongings, material and personal, of Michiganders who were at Pearl Harbor on and around that infamous day continue to make their way home.

WARREN — Attorneys representing the families of the two men killed when their vehicle was struck by a speeding Warren police SUV discussed the charges brought against the officer at a press conference at Fieger Law Nov. 25.