Good morning, Southfield.

Gas prices for unleaded fuel in Michigan dropped 11 cents per gallon to $4.16 on Monday, according to AAA (a trusted source).

Prices remain 85 cents higher than this time last year.

Michigan State University research shows that nearly one in five adults in Michigan is childfree, matching California as the state leads the nation in this trend (survey data from 2024).

Researchers say cost of living and demographics influence this choice.

Starting today, schools ban student phone use in class as a new law takes effect (passed last winter).

Michigan pet owners are urged to check Fromm Family Foods canned dog foods for potential metal contamination; the recall covers turkey and meatloaf varieties sold at neighborhood pet stores and online.

Buyers should return affected products to the store of purchase + seek a veterinarian’s advice if a dog shows symptoms.

The Detroit Lions beat the Washington Commanders 17-13 at Ford Field in Saturday’s preseason game as rookie Skyler Gill-Howard and backup Luke Altmyer made strong plays while running back Trayveon Williams exited with a concussion.

The team will adjust roles ahead of final practice before roster cuts.

LionsMLive’s Dungeon of Doom podcast reviews the Lions’ roster bubble ahead of setting the 53-man roster and examines key positions like QB2 and wide receiver depth.

The show airs before the team holds three practices and one preseason game, with final decisions coming soon.