Battle Creek, Michigan, January 22, 2026 WK Kellogg Co., the famed cereal maker from Battle Creek, Michigan, has been acquired by the Ferrero Group in a deal worth $3.1 billion. Though the sale entails a shift in ownership, WK Kellogg’s headquarters will remain in Battle Creek. The acquisition comes on the
Sterling Heights, Michigan, January 16, 2026 Recent data indicates alarming crash statistics at several roundabouts in Michigan. The intersection at 18½ Mile Road and Van Dyke Avenue leads with 162 crashes and 12 injuries. Other notable locations include Martin Parkway and Orchard Lake Road, highlighting the need for increased driver awareness
Washtenaw County, MI, January 15, 2026 Washtenaw County has announced widespread school closures due to significant snowfall and icy road conditions. The Washtenaw Intermediate School District, along with several other institutions, canceled classes to prioritize the safety of students and staff. The National Weather Service issued an advisory for hazardous road
Ann Arbor, Michigan, December 5, 2025 The University of Michigan football program has signed 27 student-athletes to its 2026 recruiting class, securing a top-15 class for the second consecutive year. Notable recruits include five-star running back Savion Hiter and four-star edge rusher Carter Meadows. With players from 16 states, the diverse
News Summary Novi, Michigan, proudly opens Sakura Novi, a mixed-use development that celebrates Asian culture. Featuring Sakura Gardens, a Japanese-inspired park, the project transforms a vacant site into a vibrant hub for community interaction and cultural experiences. With over 130 townhomes and plans for various Asian restaurants and shops, the
News Summary Cleveland-Cliffs is venturing into rare earth element mining in Minnesota and Michigan, aiming for U.S. material independence. CEO Lourenco Goncalves announced the discovery of two potential mining sites. This strategic shift comes amid supply chain concerns stemming from reduced exports from China and emphasizes the importance of self-sufficiency
News Summary Detroit is set to establish a new passenger rail and intercity bus transit station, announced by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. This project aims to revitalize downtown and connect the Detroit-Ann Arbor Innovation Center with Detroit Metro Airport, extending Amtrak service to Windsor and Toronto. Funded by state and federal
News Summary The Detroit Pistons have signed former Michigan State guard Jaden Akins to an Exhibit 10 contract after he went undrafted in the 2025 NBA Draft. This contract secures his rights with the potential to join the Motor City Cruise in the NBA G League. Akins showcased improving stats
News Summary A new legislation, House Bill 4938, introduced in Michigan aims to ban online pornography and impose heavy penalties for its distribution. State Rep. Josh Schriver’s bill, also referred to as the ‘Anticorruption of Public Morals Act’, seeks to prohibit the use of VPNs, which raises concerns among privacy
News Summary A recent study by RTI International shows that various beers brewed across the U.S., particularly in Michigan, contain PFAS chemicals. The findings raise health concerns as PFAS are linked to serious conditions like cancer. Beers from Kalamazoo and Kent counties exhibited alarming levels of PFOA and PFBS, respectively.
