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Southfield
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
Good morning, Southfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Drivers are advised to regularly clean off road salt that can damage vehicles, as experts shared on Tuesday, Jan. 6; a simple wash is recommended—this tip could help extend your car's life on Southfield roads. FOX 2 Detroit
- ➤ Girl Scout cookie season begins Jan. 6 with a new flavor called Exploremores (a rocky road-inspired sandwich cookie) that supports local Girl Scouts’ programs in STEM and outdoors. Check with your Girl Scout Council for sale locations and times. Hometown Life
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After a deadly Swiss bar fire on New Year's Eve killed about 40 people, Detroit Fire Marshal Donald Thomas said his department inspected 400+ bars, restaurants, schools, and high rises in 2025 and urged residents to report hazards such as blocked exits to keep celebrations safe. CBS News Detroit
- ➤ On Jan. 5, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting dissolved due to federal funding cuts, leaving PBS and NPR stations — including some in Michigan — facing a significant shortfall while their programming remains available. Hometown Life
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Detroit Lions ended offensive coordinator John Morton’s season-long role for not meeting team expectations, and coach Dan Campbell took over play calling (after eight games) while planning to hire a replacement soon. The Detroit News
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