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Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Southfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ DTE Energy fixed a billing error in early March that added a late fee to some bills—customers were credited and officials confirmed the correction while residents shared concerns online. For questions, the company advised affected customers to use its website contact option. Hometown Life
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A Michigan woman accidentally selected the wrong lottery number when buying her online Fantasy 5 ticket (March 13) in Oakland County and won a $251,738 jackpot, lottery officials said. Click on Detroit
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Whitmer signed an order on April 2 to suspend summer gasoline rules in eight counties, potentially lowering gas prices by 10 to 20 cents per gallon in areas with about 5+ million residents. The move follows an EPA waiver aimed at easing costs for local drivers. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A rabid skunk bit a resident on March 27, prompting Oakland County Health Division to administer immediate treatment. Officials urged caution around wild animals and announced free rabies vaccines for dogs will be offered at the shelter (available starting April 10) with a valid dog license. Hometown Life
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tigers Opening Day at Comerica Park promises warm weather with a forecast of 69 degrees + winds at 15-20 mph at first pitch. Fans can enjoy the ballgame under partly cloudy skies while soaking in a fresh start to the season. CBS News Detroit
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