Good morning, Southfield.

Fuel prices in Michigan climbed to over $4 per gallon & diesel hit record highs on Sept.

15, prompting AAA to share fuel-saving tips with local drivers. The guidance includes keeping proper tire pressure, maintaining speed, & cleaning engine filters for better mileage.

Tamara Myles, director of Oakland80, said her son Zavier transformed his career after joining OCC’s free five-week pre-apprenticeship program that connects workers with skilled trades opportunities at ANCA in Wixom.

A new program will begin in January.

Nonpartisan groups forecast a roughly 3.5% increase in Social Security payments in 2027, which may raise average checks by about $68.

The official adjustment will be announced on Oct. 14 for Michigan retirees.

Bloomfield Township passed a six‐month moratorium that bars riders under 16 from using e‐bikes and scooters on sidewalks after a crash injured two 13‐year‐old boys at Telegraph Road on Sept.

7. Township police will confiscate banned devices and may later propose fines for parents.

The Detroit Red Wings' interim GM Shawn Horcoff now can sign defenseman Simon Edvinsson and work on keeping forward Dylan Larkin as training camp begins Thursday at Little Caesars Arena.

Negotiations must be completed before Oct. 2 to secure an eight-year deal.

Sam LaPorta, the Detroit Lions tight end, returned from a serious back injury and showed his strength on offense and as a physical blocker in Sunday's game at Ford Field — he caught five passes for 48 yards in a 31 to 30 overtime win over the Saints.

After Christian Mahogany’s injury, veteran guard Bartch played 66 of 77 offensive snaps in the overtime win over the Saints and allowed a career-best 2.8% pressure rate; coach Dan Campbell said his performance hints at more (Smoothie King) opportunities in future games.

Lions coach Dan Campbell said his team will face a tough test from Bills quarterback Josh Allen as they prepare for a Thursday night game.

After a high-tempo attack from the Saints, Campbell noted they will practice quick plays — a sign they know the challenge ahead.