Greg Biffle’s wife, kids among those killed in plane crash: ‘We are devastated’

A business jet crashed at a regional airport in North Carolina, erupting in a large fire and killing multiple people, including NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his family. Here’s what we know.

DTE gets approval for data center agreement
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Regulators have given the green light to DTE to provide energy for a proposed data center in Saline Township, the source of controversy and ire among residents upset about the plans.

New Year's Eve Detroit! Celebrate at Resolution Ball at Masonic Temple

Another year is coming to a close and the biggest party to end 2025 and start 2026 in the Motor City is going to be at one of the most historic venues – the Masonic Temple.

Greg Biffle and family killed in North Carolina plane crash

Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, their son Ryder, and Greg's daughter Emma were killed when their jet crashed Thursday while landing at the Statesville Regional Airport. Others on the plane were also killed.

Tennessee governor pardons Jelly Roll for his criminal past

Tennessee’s governor has pardoned country music star Jelly Roll, a Nashville native who for years has spoken about his criminal record and path to finding redemption.

DTE gets approval for data center in Saline Township

The Michigan Public Service Commission signed off on the utility's request to be the primary provider of electricity to a 1.383 gigawatt facility pushed by tech giants Oracle Corporation, OpenAI, and Related Digital.

Cougars in Michigan: Elusive cubs spotted with mother in Upper Peninsula

Months after an incredible photo taken by an Upper Peninsula resident captured cougar kittens in the Michigan wild, the state has confirmed both are not only still alive — but living with their mother.

Sherrone Moore updates: U of M interim president discusses 'rigorous investigation' into athletics department

The interim president of the University of Michigan addressed an investigation into the school's athletics department following the firing and arrest of head football coach Sherrone Moore.

Michigan's red flag gun law sees both fierce scrutiny and support as lawmakers push to repeal it

Michigan Republican lawmakers are currently pushing to overturn a law that allows judges to temporarily order the removal of guns from people deemed a danger to themselves or others. The extreme risk protection order (ERPO) Act, also known as the red flag law, went into effect in February 2024.

Republicans push to repeal Michigan red flag gun laws
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Michigan House Republicans are working to repeal laws that allow a judge to temporarily remove guns from a person who is deemed to be a danger to themselves or others. Supporters of overturning the laws say that they may infringe on a person's right to due process. 

Federal Judge Line 5 ruling: Environmental groups concerned for lake health

Michigan is not allowed to shut down the controversial Line 5 pipeline up in Mackinac, according to a federal judge who made the ruling on Wednesday.

Metro Detroit police say they see a surge in domestic violence cases during the holidays

The holidays are known for fun times with friends and family, but many police departments say they unfortunately see the downside of this time of year, often resulting in a spike in intimate partner violence.

Court sides with Enbridge in Line 5 Pipeline battle
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Federal Judge Robert Jonker sided with Enbridge, the Canadian oil giant, ruling that the state of Michigan doesn’t have the power to shut down the oil pipeline underwater in the Straits of Mackinac. The ruling overrides Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s 2020 order that Enbridge can’t use the 4-mile underwater stretch, which would effectively make the 645-mile pipeline inoperable.