News across Wayne County

Between deportation and war: The plight of Yemeni asylum seekers
When H.K. first came to the U.S. more than eight years ago, her native Yemen was mired in civil war. Today, that war threatens to become a second front in President Trump’s conflict with Iran, further straining global oil supplies and the broader economy. But for H.K., a…

Iran talks stall as Yemen fighting escalates and Flydubai probe continues
Iran: U.S. and Iranian officials held separate talks with mediators Monday over a revised ceasefire proposal covering Iran and Lebanon, sanctions relief and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. By Thursday, President Trump said Iran’s offer was insufficient and suggested renewed…

While Gaza dominates the U.N., these are the people keeping it alive
When I first saw footage of Gaza doctor Munir al-Bursh and his family kneeling beside the white-shrouded body of his son, surrounded by mourners, I thought it was an old video. It was not. My conclusion, however, was understandable. In December 2023, only months after the start…

Flood Advisory Issued Until 9:45AM for Washtenaw County, MI
A Flood Advisory is in effect for northeastern Lenawee, southeastern Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, southwestern St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties in Michigan until 9:45 AM EDT, with urban and small stream flooding expected due to excessive rainfall. Minor flooding in…
State will use $89 million in settlements from polluters to clean up Kalamazoo, Detroit rivers
The money will pay for removing toxic sediment and improving access to the rivers, while the state promotes swimming, fishing, and other activities.

Crispy and fresh fall meal, courtesy of Mombeau’s Table
When I have a few extra minutes in the kitchen to make dinner, I absolutely love making this meal. Crispy fried pork cutlets are everybody’s favorite. In fact, the minute I respond to the inevitable question, “What’s for dinner?” with pork cutlets, the young ones go wild. There…

Voices: $5 gas isn’t just a price spike. It’s a warning.
As gas prices reach $5 per gallon across Michigan, the surge highlights America's persistent oil dependence and its impact on working families — from the pump to the grocery store.

Special Weather Statement Issued 5:52AM for Washtenaw County, MI
A Special Weather Statement is in effect for Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, and Wayne as a plume of locally dense fog impacts southeast Michigan this morning, causing hazardous visibility reductions to a quarter mile or less; drivers should exercise…

Sunday Sports 9-27-2026
The Pirates lost to the Detroit Tigers yesterday 3-4. They will both also complete their seasons today at 3:10pm. Jared Jones will start for the Pirates. The Steelers are hosting the Cincinnati Bengals today for a 1pm kick-off at Acrisure Stadium. Coverage begins at noon here on…

Tigers walk off Pirates to win Justin Verlander’s farewell start
Eduardo Valencia hit a two-out, two-strike, two-run home run in the ninth inning to lift the host Detroit Tigers to a 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates Saturday in Justin Verlander’s final start.

Is Israel’s reign ending? Macklemore and the cultural war over Palestine
Page Six Hollywood recently declared: “War of Open Letters Erupts Between Pro-Israel and Pro-Palestine Factions in Hollywood.” Only a few years ago, a headline like this would have seemed unthinkable. The article described an increasingly open struggle between pro-Palestine and…

Voices: Michigan PFAS Awareness Week is a call to action
Michigan's data center expansion could introduce new sources of PFAS contamination to communities already burdened by forever chemicals in their water, soil, and air, says Michigan Green Muslims director.