METRO DETROIT — Andrew Dore and Andy Colohan were ready to shop on Record Store Day April 12.

WARREN — The Victory Inn will close its doors for the last time on April 14. The mainstay at the corner of 12 Mile and Mound roads in Warren has been around since 1946. It was founded by Alphonse DeLamielleure after World War II, according to the restaurant's website.

WARREN — A former Detroit Police officer who allegedly sent inappropriate text messages to a 12-year-old has received additional charges and was bound over to Macomb County Circuit Court.

WARREN — A Warren man has been accused of alleged sexual contact with a dog.

WARREN — Veteran members of the Warren City Council recently voiced opposition to Mayor Lori Stone’s appointment of a new building and safety engineering director due to his past comments toward an advocate for disability rights in the city.

WARREN — A bit of rain didn’t dampen the fun at the Warren Spring Carnival on April 5.

CENTER LINE — Construction can upend a driver’s sense of normalcy, leading to a potentially treacherous commute. To address this, the Center Line Department of Public Safety had an increased presence in the area from April 3-5.

MICHIGAN — A Department of Natural Resources program is aiming to expand and provide more for those in need.

ROSEVILLE — An outspoken Roseville artist, known for the vibrant murals on his Utica junction studio, is trying to block a new gas station and convenience store from moving in.

WARREN — The Warren Police Department is asking for the community’s help in locating a missing teenager. Ajanae Woodard, 15, is believed to be in the metro Detroit area.

WARREN — Five hundred bare root trees were put in the ground at the Warren Community Center’s courtyard to kick off the city’s first microforest March 21.

CENTER LINE — Haney’s Family Restaurant has been around since 1985. While its ownership is changing, its new owner is hoping to preserve the restaurant’s draw.

ROSEVILLE — The Roseville City Council held a ceremony at its March 25 meeting honoring members of the Fire and Police departments for their quick response to a stabbing.

WARREN — The Warren Community Center auditorium was bustling on March 25 as many in attendance at the City Council meeting waited to comment on the future of marijuana dispensaries in the city. The Warren City Council passed a resolution to change its marijuana ordinance with a 5-2 vote.

METRO DETROIT — A Warren man was arraigned in the 37th District Court March 12 for his alleged role in multiple thefts, which targeted vehicles in Warren.  He faces similar charges in Washington Township.