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Michigan gas prices have fallen below $4 per gallon for the first time since April, averaging $3.96 as of the latest report. Prices decreased 14 cents from last week but remain 80 cents higher than the same period last year. The Energy Information Administration noted a decline in domestic gasoline supply and an increase in demand and production.

Nearly 80,000 DTE Energy customers in Southeast Michigan remain without power after Friday’s severe storms, with restoration expected for 95% by Monday. The storms caused downed trees, power lines, and localized flooding in areas including Royal Oak, Detroit, and Ann Arbor. The Detroit Zoo closed Saturday due to a power outage, and DTE addressed customer concerns about restoration priorities and resources for medical equipment users.

Gas prices in Michigan have dropped below $4/gallon for the first time since April, averaging $3.96 for regular unleaded fuel, down 14 cents from last week. Metro Detroit's average is $4.01, down 13 cents weekly but up 81 cents annually.

A cement truck crashed into an overpass in Ann Arbor, causing the closure of N Ashley Street and Felch Street. No injuries were reported, and drivers were advised to avoid the area on Thursday afternoon.

Jiffy Mix, created by Mabel White-Holmes during the Great Depression, became a national staple through the Holmes family's Chelsea Milling Company in Michigan. The product, first sold in 1930, revolutionized baking by offering an easy-to-prepare mix requiring only milk. The company remains family-owned and operates a mill near Ann Arbor.

Michigan gas prices increased by 9 cents to an average of $4.10 per gallon ahead of the July Fourth weekend, nearly $1 more than last year's average of $3.17. Over 2.4 million Michiganders are expected to travel by car, with regional price variations reported across cities like Ann Arbor and Marquette. Domestic gasoline supply decreased while demand rose, according to the Energy Information Administration.

Michigan gas prices increased by 9 cents since last week, averaging $4.10/gallon for regular unleaded fuel. Prices are up 82 cents compared to this time last year, with a 15-gallon tank now costing $62 on average. Metro Detroit prices rose to $4.14/gallon, while areas like Marquette remain the cheapest at $3.72/gallon.

A Wayne County family is urgently seeking a living kidney donor for Ed Nyberg, who has Stage 5 kidney failure. Sen. Chris Van Hollen endorsed Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, and Michigan cities received $3.5 million in brownfield grants. The Detroit Pistons acquired a 2026 NBA draft pick from the Knicks.

Michigan awarded over $3.5 million in brownfield grants to Ann Arbor, Oak Park, Holland, Grand Rapids, and Kalamazoo for redevelopment projects expected to create 80 jobs and 378 housing units. Projects include demolishing contaminated sites, expanding public transit, and constructing affordable housing.

Gas prices in Michigan have dropped by 18 cents compared to a week ago, averaging $4.01 per gallon for regular unleaded. Prices are 73 cents lower than last month but 72 cents higher than June 2022, with Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor reporting the highest averages at $4.12. Domestic gasoline supply decreased slightly while demand increased, according to the Energy Information Administration.

The ECMO machine, developed in Ann Arbor by Dr. Robert Bartlett in the 1970s, is a life-support technology now used globally to save critically ill patients. It has evolved over time and was crucial during the COVID-19 pandemic, with over 260,000 cases recorded in the International ECMO Registry.

Brian Mitchell, an Ann Arbor man, pleaded guilty to defrauding investors of $2.7 million through a commodities trading scheme that falsely promised guaranteed returns. He operated under entities named Young Pros Investment Group and My Nest Egg, and had previously been barred by the CFTC from trading and soliciting investments.

The University of Michigan in Ann Arbor is involved in a case against activists related to threats and free speech. The situation highlights tensions between expression and potential threats.

Pro-Palestinian activists at the University of Michigan have been indicted on federal conspiracy charges. The incident occurred on the campus in Ann Arbor.

Tenants in Michigan may withhold rent if landlords fail to make necessary repairs, but the process requires careful adherence to legal procedures. Michigan law mandates landlords maintain properties in 'reasonable repair,' though specific guidelines are not defined, leaving interpretations to courts. Tenants can deposit withheld rent into an escrow account or deduct repair costs from rent, provided they notify landlords and follow local ordinances.

Michigan experienced 33 tornadoes and severe flooding last year, with a specific tornado in Ann Arbor causing significant damage to parks and infrastructure. Researchers attribute these extreme weather events to climate change.

Traditional neighborhood watch programs are declining as AI-powered tools like Ring and Nextdoor automate surveillance, reducing in-person community engagement. Critics argue this shift fosters detachment and racial profiling, while law enforcement gains efficiency but loses human intelligence. Ann Arbor removed 600 neighborhood watch signs due to racial profiling concerns.

Ann Arbor, a Democrat-dominated city in Michigan, removed over 600 neighborhood watch signs to promote inclusivity, citing that such signs foster exclusion and biased surveillance. The unanimous City Council decision faced criticism, including from Republican New York City Council member Vickie Paladino, who called the move 'insane.'

Ann Arbor, a Democrat-dominated city in Michigan, removed over 600 neighborhood watch signs to promote inclusivity, sparking criticism from Republican officials and public mockery. The city claims the signs fostered exclusion and racial bias, while opponents argue the move undermines public safety efforts.

Severe thunderstorms damaged two ice arenas and other structures in Michigan, including Ann Arbor, with uprooted trees and flooding reported. Officials are investigating potential tornadoes but have not confirmed any, attributing the damage to a line of thunderstorms from the Midwest.

Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore is set to appear in court on Jan. 22 in Ann Arbor, Mich., following a legal incident linked to a staffer's home. The case involves his sentencing after being fired from his coaching position.

Beijing expressed deep distress over the death of a Chinese researcher in Michigan. The incident occurred at the Michigan Union building on a university campus in Ann Arbor in 2025.