Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of July.
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On Aug. 12, a partial solar eclipse will occur in Michigan from 1 to 1:35 p.m. with about 3 percent of the sun obscured while totality will be visible only in parts of Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, Spain, and Portugal, so viewers must use approved eclipse glasses.
📰 Economy
Michigan gas prices held steady at an average of $3.95 per gallon for regular unleaded, down 1 cent from earlier this week and 28 cents lower than last month, though they remain above the national average according to AAA's report.
🌲 Environment
The National Weather Service in Detroit issued an extreme heat watch for Tuesday afternoon through Tuesday evening as temperatures are expected to hit the 90s with high humidity in Southeast Michigan.
SMART transit will run six air-conditioned cooling buses from Monday through Friday (across Metro Detroit) to help residents cope.
🏥 Health
Michigan health officials reported that over 2,600 cyclosporiasis cases are linked to possible lettuce or salad greens and urged residents to wash produce thoroughly; the investigation continues in several counties, including areas near Southfield.
📰 Real Estate
Jeanette Schneider of RE/MAX Southeastern Michigan said Metro Detroit home sales are rebounding as market shifts boost buyer interest, and she expects this upward trend to continue.
🏈 Sports
Six high school girls basketball players wowed crowds at a summer shootout during Week 5; local coaches expect them to boost team energy in the upcoming 2026-27 season.
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