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Priority Waste CEO apologized for missed trash and recycling pickups and said the company has hired 41 drivers and bought nearly 200 vehicles — actions aimed at restoring reliable service.

The company will update customers next month after tracking performance during the Fourth of July holiday.

Animal control officers from multiple agencies rescued six cats from a Redford Township home declared a public health hazard on June 30 (after encountering suffocating fumes) while the homeowner now faces charges and live traps remain to capture remaining cats.

Over 5,000 customers lost power in Metro Detroit during a dangerous heat wave that caused overnight outages near 12 Mile and Dequindre in Warren.

DTE Energy reported crews restored service by late Wednesday morning, though residents experienced discomfort as the extreme heat added to the challenge.

Oakland County Sheriff's Office Marine Unit launches Operation Dry Water over the 4th of July weekend to boost marine patrols on lakes at 12 communities.

The operation will enforce boat safety by reminding boaters to avoid alcohol and wear life jackets — essential precautions for a safe holiday.

More than 170 cases of cyclosporiasis were reported across southeast Michigan as of Tuesday, June 30 in counties including Monroe, Lenawee, Washtenaw, Wayne, Jackson, and Shiawassee.

Health officials advise residents to wash all produce thoroughly & follow CDC guidelines to prevent infection.

The Detroit Red Wings signed top-six winger Viktor Arvidsson to a two-year contract on Wednesday, adding a high-motor player fresh off a 25-goal+54-point season with the Bruins.

He joins his fourth team in four seasons to fill a scoring need.