MOUNT CLEMENS — A woman convicted in 2016 of first-degree child abuse was recently convicted of felony murder, as well, several years after the victim died from his injuries.

CLARKSTON — The recent cold front that moved into southeastern Michigan made for the ideal weather conditions for local Girl Scouts to get hooked on ice fishing.

EASTPOINTE — If Darolyn Brown was a poem, the words flowing across the page would tell the story of a young girl who grew up reading poetry, used various written passages in her classroom when she became a teacher, and has several favorite poets she finds inspirational.

EASTPOINTE — When Reathel Marie Brown turned 100 years old last month — or as some would say, 100 years young — many family members and friends wanted to wish her a happy birthday.

EASTPOINTE — As part of the Eastpointe Community Schools long-term facilities master plan, the district’s four elementary schools will undergo a transition.

EASTPOINTE — Many in the community know Ian McCain as Eastpointe’s economic development manager, for his volunteer work with the city’s community garden, as a Recreation Authority of Roseville & Eastpointe board member and more.

METRO DETROIT — The year 2025 is going to be picture perfect for Durell Thomas Jr. At press time, the 2022 Harper Woods High School graduate had started his new position as an intern for the Arizona Diamondbacks, based in Phoenix. Thomas, 21, will document the team’s season taking videos and photos of Major League Baseball players.

METRO DETROIT— When Josiah Martelle was about 8 years old, he sat in the audience of the Warren Community Center watching the cast of Warren Civic Theatre perform “Seussical.”

ROSEVILLE/WARREN — The ex-boyfriend of a missing Warren mother is now facing additional charges after police said that DNA collected at what they believe to be the crime scene was matched to her.

METRO DETROIT — As the air chills and days get shorter, it’s common for snowbirds to take their flights south.

METRO DETROIT — Drastic changes to Michigan’s paid sick leave and minimum wage will go into effect Feb. 21. Both of Michigan’s major political parties are currently trying to rein in these efforts in the Legislature.

METRO DETROIT — This year, the Progressive Detroit Boat Show is back with magnificent boats and activities for the whole family.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Jan. 31-Feb. 2

ROSEVILLE — Green and mahogany balloons floated above a large crowd that gathered in an apartment complex in Roseville. Police vehicles with lights on kept the streets blocked while officers walked through the crowd, offering condolences and support. People struggled to keep candles lit in the cold weather.

METRO DETROIT — Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union is accepting applications for its annual scholarship program. The credit union will award over $130,000 in scholarships, including 43 scholarships of $2,500 each to help students and educators reach career goals, and 14 scholarships of $2,000 each to support future first responders.

ROSEVILLE — A group of Roseville Community Schools students were recognized at the district’s Jan. 6 school board meeting for their educational accomplishments

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Jan. 24-26.

OAKLAND COUNTY — On March 1, the third and final phase of the “Restore the Reuther” project will commence, as eastbound and westbound Interstate 696 between Lahser Road and Interstate 75 will be rebuilt in 2025-2026.

EASTPOINTE — A Detroit man faces life in prison after allegedly driving to the home of his ex-girlfriend’s new boyfriend and shooting him in the chest, nearly killing him, before barricading himself at his own home and shooting through the front door at responding officers.

ROSEVILLE — A concise audit presentation revealed Roseville’s finances are in good shape, though attention will need to be paid to the city’s pension and other post-employment benefits in the future.