Good morning, Southfield.

Several former and current Oakland County first responders gathered Friday in Pontiac at a 9/11 memorial to mark 25 years since the attacks; the event featured a 21-gun salute and helicopter flyover while deputies recalled their Ground Zero efforts.

Fuel prices set new records with unleaded gas at $4.29 per gallon and diesel topping $6 as of Sept.

11, marking a 28-cent rise in a month. Southfield drivers may soon face higher fuel costs affecting local deliveries and transit expenses (global events have pushed prices upward).

After a $74.5M rate hike was approved for DTE gas customers effective Oct.

1, DTE will file for an additional increase by mid-November to fund grid upgrades; Oakland, Wayne and Macomb counties plan to contest a possible 10% electric rate hike targeting March as officials say the cost is unaffordable.

Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard recalled his 9/11 response in Oakland County, describing the rescue and recovery efforts as horrific but inspiring as first responders united to help victims.

He hopes that the unity seen then will guide community efforts moving forward.

Gov. Whitmer ordered U.S. and Michigan flags to fly at half-staff on Friday, Sept.

11 to honor 9/11 victims, with flags returning to full staff on Saturday, Sept. 12 (observing Patriot Day protocols).

The Detroit Lions are preparing for Sunday's season opener against the New Orleans Saints as they aim to rebound from a disappointing 2025.

Coach Dan Campbell and GM Brad Holmes are confident in their offensive lineup despite concerns over the offensive line and cornerback depth.

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Drew Petzing and quarterback Jared Goff build teamwork ahead of Sunday’s game versus the Saints.

Players including St. Brown praise Petzing’s openness to ideas (a sign of collaboration) as the team begins the season.