Tropical Depression 3 forms off U.S. Southeast Coast: Track, forecast, maps

A disturbance off the coast of the southeast United States – east of Florida, near Georgia and South Carolina – became better organized Friday to become Tropical Depression 3. It was previously known as Invest 92L.

Invasive hydrilla in Southwest Michigan ponds required massive removal effort

An ominous warning about the world's most invasive aquatic plant was given after Michigan plunged manpower, money, and more removing hydrilla: "It will come back"

Oakland County deputies work to keep people safe on the water during 4th of July

Thousands of Metro-Detroiters are expected to hit the waterways for the Fourth of July weekend, but first responders are hoping to avoid a repeat of the large number of drownings they saw last year.

New EPA regulations on air conditioning refrigerant means higher prices

The EPA mandated that all new units use a new cooling chemical, Compound R-454B. Prices are expected to climb 18 to 20 percent due to demand and the higher price of the new cooling chemical.

Diddy found guilty on some counts; here's what's next

Sean "Diddy" Combs was found guilty of two prostitution-related charges but acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering, which could have put him behind bars for life.

4th of July fire risk: Parts of Michigan have very high danger of fire this week

With 4th of July approaching, the risk of wildfires from activities to celebrate the holiday, like bonfires and fireworks, is elevated around much of Michigan.

Judge delays Wayne County radioactive waste storage ruling

Taking more time, that’s the word from a Detroit judge presiding over a lawsuit to stop more radio active waste from being imported into Wayne County.

4th of July reminder: Don't mail fireworks

With 4th of July approaching, the USPS is reminding people not to mail fireworks.

Boat sober: Oakland County focuses patrols on lakes for 4th of July

More Oakland County Sheriff's Office marine team members will be on the water this 4th of July weekend, looking for intoxicated boaters.

Accused Detroit AC Unit thieves arrested and charged

Southfield police actively pursued a pair of air conditioner thieves, who were accused of and caught at a westside Detroit liquor store.

Michigan firework laws: What to know for 4th of July

With Fourth of July just a few days away, the fireworks are already booming around Michigan.