Livonia

Dearborn voters will decide on a $1.5 billion bond proposal for school improvements in the November 3 midterm election. The bond would fund six new schools and renovate high schools without raising resident taxes, as nearby districts have spent significantly more on similar projects. Mike Esseily, superintendent of Dearborn Public Schools, discussed the urgency of the renovations.

Livonia City Council is evaluating the addition of Zoom access for residents with disabilities who find in-person attendance challenging. Current options allow livestream viewing but not participation in audience comments, which residents like Kathleen Bilger argue is essential for civic engagement. Council Vice President Patrick Brockway has requested a review of costs and barriers to implementing Zoom, with findings to be presented soon.

Residents in Livonia have been without power for days following a storm that damaged a transformer, with DTE Energy working to restore outages. Affected residents report frustration over delayed repairs and insufficient $42 daily credits to cover expenses like generator fuel and spoiled food.

Over 19,000 DTE customers in metro Detroit remain without power on the fifth day of outages caused by severe weather. Residents report financial and health challenges from generator fuel costs, takeout meals, and heat, while DTE has deployed 4,000 workers and aims to restore power by Tuesday night. DTE CEO Joi Harris acknowledged the $42 credit offered to customers is insufficient.

Thousands remain without electricity after Friday's storms, with residents in a Livonia neighborhood using generators to power their homes.

Livonia and Rochester Hills are urging residents to water lawns during overnight hours to reduce strain on water systems amid an extreme heatwave. Both cities report peak water usage in the early morning, prompting requests to shift sprinkler use to times like 2 a.m. or midnight to 5 a.m. Residents are advised to adjust timers to avoid high-demand periods.

Brian Jaron Lindsay, a Livonia man, was found not guilty by a jury on June 17 for charges related to a New Year’s Day shooting at Rockstarz Bar in Garden City that injured a father and son. The incident occurred in a parking lot outside the bar, where Lindsay allegedly shot the victims after a fight.

The city of Livonia is seeking a private partner to redevelop the vacant Alfred Noble Library building, which has been shuttered since 2019 due to mold and safety concerns. A task force created in 2025 is leading efforts to preserve the historic structure while attracting an investor to fund renovations and maintenance. The library's proximity to the new Sheldon Park, under construction with a $5 million city investment, is seen as a potential asset for the redevelopment.

Megan King, a 28-year-old Garden City woman, remains physically and emotionally recovering one year after a hit-and-run crash on June 13, 2025, at the intersection of Cherry Hill and Venoy. The unidentified driver struck her in the crosswalk, causing severe injuries, and has not been found. Buffalo Wild Wings in Livonia is hosting a fundraiser for her.

A fundraiser was held at Mulligan's Pub and Grub in Farmington Hills to support the Pierce family following a fatal shooting. On June 9, four individuals, including Tanner Pierce, Naveah Finch, Holly Kimball, and Sterling Pierce, were found with gunshot wounds at a residence in Livonia, along with a dog that was also injured.

Friends and family are gathering at Mulligan's Pub and Grill to remember four people killed in the Livonia shooting. Funds are being raised to cover funeral costs for the victims.

The Livonia community is raising money to support the families of four people who were shot and killed. This effort follows the recent tragic incident.

Gage Pierce, 25, was arraigned on four counts of first-degree murder and four counts of felony firearm in connection with a quadruple homicide at his family home in Livonia, where he killed his mother, father, brother, and brother's girlfriend. A community fundraiser is scheduled for Saturday at Mulligan's Pub & Grub to support funeral costs for the victims.

Two dogs owned by a Livonia family murdered in a quadruple shooting earlier this week require a new home. The pets are seeking a permanent residence following the tragic incident.

Michigan is launching a program that awards college credit for trade apprenticeships. The initiative was celebrated at Schoolcraft College in Livonia, highlighting participation from multiple institutions.

A man fatally shot four people at a house in suburban Detroit and surrendered immediately when police arrived. Three victims were related to the suspect, and there was no additional public threat.