Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of March.
Good morning, Southfield.
🚧 Accidents
Aubree Morgan died of carbon monoxide poisoning in her car last night, and her mom urged local residents to get their vehicles checked to prevent similar incidents.
📰 Economy
Triple-A reported that drivers in Michigan faced gas prices averaging $3.61 per gallon as the Iran conflict drove rates even higher in Metro Detroit.
Local commuters continue to feel the pinch as they adjust their travel plans.
Gas prices in Michigan have hit $3 per gallon, driven by seasonal shifts and tensions in the Middle East — a change that may soon impact local drivers' budgets.
🎓 Education
Southfield Public Schools reported a preliminary enrollment of 4,314 (85% are Southfield residents) for the 2025-26 academic year after last month’s student count day, marking a drop of 197 students from last year.
🏛️ Government
Travelers without REAL ID can use the TSA ConfirmID service (cost $45) at Michigan checkpoints; the service verifies identities in 10 to 30 minutes and is valid for up to 10 days after online pre-payment.
It began nationwide on Feb. 1.
🏈 Sports
The Pistons ended a season-worst four-game losing streak on Tuesday night by beating the Nets 138-100, with Jalen Duren scoring 26 and Cade Cunningham adding 21, including 15 assists (they led from start to finish).
The team will host Philadelphia on Thursday.
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