Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Southfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau warns that since the beginning of 2026, 300 reports show personal loan scam calls targeting local residents in Southeast Michigan, and experts advise not to reply to avoid sharing sensitive details & prevent identity theft. WXYZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices here average about $4 per gallon – a $1 jump from last month – and an expert said that a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran could help lower them in the coming weeks or months as drivers feel the impact on daily travel. CBS News Detroit
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Oakland County voters will decide on Aug. 4 if a 1.5 mill levy should fund public schools until 2031 — a change that could add $125 million overall and boost per-student funds by about $728 to $782 in early years. Most districts support the measure while a few oppose it. The Detroit News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New census figures released on March 26 show that from 2020 to 2025, Grand Rapids and Kent County gained residents while Metro Detroit saw a decline; experts say the region’s strong economy + diverse jobs spurred the trend. The Detroit News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ With winter salt now taking its toll, Southfield residents are urged to wash their cars once temperatures stay above freezing. AAA advises cleaning both the body and undercarriage (a key step to remove salt buildup) before corrosion sets in. Hometown Life
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Michigan Job Fair
12-5 p.m. — Radisson Hotel Southfield-Detroit — Free admission — Connect with 50+ Michigan employers and explore local job opportunities.
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