Good morning, Southfield.

Alternatives for Girls launched its Project Giving Tree — a program to support women and girls at risk from trafficking and help those facing homelessness — and is calling on community members to donate or volunteer to make holiday wishes come true.

Local property owners were devastated after a fire at a self-storage facility in Southfield that affected 80 storage units—officials said the unknown cause and building layout made firefighting challenging.

Southfield’s planning department is reviewing a proposal to build a new Costco near Telegraph and I-696 that will cover 20.5 acres with a 166,000-square-foot warehouse—fuel station and nearly 900 parking spots.

If approved, the plan will remove two buildings from the Galleria Officentre plaza to make way for the city's second Costco, with a public hearing set on Nov 19.

On November 12, a skilled trade program held hands-on classes where participants learned from experts and got paid as they trained to become future workers—providing them with real-world skills for upcoming jobs.

On November 12, 2025, the Regional Transit Authority of Southeast Michigan announced its partnership with Transit Royale to upgrade its transit app, which now connects riders to schedules, trip planning, fare payment and real-time alerts for Detroit Department of Transportation, SMART, Ann Arbor's TheRide, QLINE and the Detroit People Mover—helping users plan trips easily. The RTA said it will promote the app at bus stops, terminals and on vehicles to reach more riders.

AAA advises Michiganders to winterize their homes before holiday travel by shutting off water, setting thermostats to at least 55°F, holding mail, and unplugging electronics to prevent frozen pipes and power outages—these steps also help reduce burglary risks.

The recommendations come as a significant cold snap is expected between mid-January and mid-February.

Lions coach Dan Campbell discussed his team's plan for the upcoming Sunday Night Football game with the Eagles—he said the team is focused and ready for a tough contest.

Oakland County Veterans Resource Fair

9 AM – 12 PM — Costick Activities Center — Free entry — Access a wealth of resources for veterans and their families, including food, health services, and job support.

Michigan Career Summit and Job Fair

9 AM – 3 PM — Radisson Hotel Southfield-Detroit — Free admission — Connect with leading employers and gain valuable career insights at this dynamic hiring event.