Drug Overdose Deaths Increase 14 Percent in Michigan

Heroin and opioids were the drugs of choice in 1,001 of the 1,745 drug overdose deaths in 2014, Michigan health officials said.

Top 10 Things Dearborn Residents, Michiganders Complained About in 2015

National Consumer Protection Week is March 6-12. Here’s what irked Michigan consumers most in 2015.

Dearborn Woman Sentenced in Massive Food-Stamp Fraud

Pamela Tribby stole more than 300 identities and applied for benefits that totaled more than $500,000, the government said.

Huge Sinkhole Size of Semi-Trailer Opens on Detroit Street

Motorists are advised to stay away from the area of Tireman near Greenfield. Both eastbound lanes of traffic are affected.

What You Need to Know About Dearborn Yard-Waste Collection

Spring is coming. Yard waste collection begins Monday. Here’s what’s allowed, and what’s not allowed.

Republicans' Detroit Presidential Debate: 6 Things to Know

Four candidates plan to attend the Fox News Republican Presidential Debate on Thursday in Detroit.

Wayne County On the Mend, Challenges Remain: State of the County

County Executive Warren C. Evans says he will convene experts to consider alternatives to funding government with property taxes.

Ben Carson Won't Be There, Asks Rivals to Be Nice at GOP Debate

Ben Carson — who mocked verbal free-for-all in last debate when he said “Would somebody attack me, please?” — wants more civility next time.

What You Need to Know About Department Reorganization

If you’re improving residential or business property in Dearborn, you’ll go to a newly created department.

After Weather Cancellation, State of City Address On CDTV

Mayor John B. O’Reilly Jr.and seven others recorded their presentations after State of the City address cancelled due to weather.

Dearborn State of the City Address Cancelled Due to Weather

Dearborn is expected to get up to 6 inches of blowing snow Wednesday.

Dearborn's Mona Hammoud Appointed to Ethics Board

The Ethics Board is the enforcement arm of the county’s ethics ordinance.

Dearborn Mayor Departs from Format in State of the City

Seven community leaders will join the mayor in review of accomplishments, preview of priorities for 2016.

Snow, Bitter Cold Moving Into Dearborn Area

Winter took its sweet time getting here, but it’s finally showing up. Be sure to bundle up.

March 8 Michigan Primary Registration Deadline Monday

Here’s how to get an absentee ballot, what to expect at the polls and what you’ll need to prove you’re who you say you are.

Wayne County Forgets Routine But Key Technology Task

Oops. That could’ve been a lot worse.

Amid Embezzlement Probe, City Clerk Says She's Retiring

Kathleen Buda acknowledged “people will talk” about the timing of her retirement, but said: “I can’t control that. It’s just time.”

Obama to See Detroit, Auto Industry Comeback Firsthand

The president will tour Detroit Auto Show, visit neighborhoods and make a stop at the UAW-GM Center for Human Resources.

Iran Frees Michigan Native in Prisoner Swap

Amir Mirza Hekmati, a U.S. Marine veteran and graduate of Central High in Flint, was sentenced to death as a reputed CIA spy.

Homeland Security Director to Visit Dearborn

Wednesday event will be open to University of Michigan-Dearborn students, faculty and staff.

Obama to Visit Detroit Auto Show

The visit will be Obama’s first as president; he’s also expected to tout auto industry’s comeback in his State of the Union address Tuesday.

Wayne County Offers Free Radon Test Kits

Test kits are offered during National Radon Action Month. Exposure to radon is the second-leading cause, behind smoking, of lung cancer.

Judge Reopens Part of Case Involving Evangelists at Arab Festival

The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals made “clear factual error” in ruling favoring Bible Believers, federal judge says.

Train Station Recognized with LEED Certification

The John D. Dingell Transit Center earned the prestigious award that recognizes sustainability.

Minister Wants to Marry Couples Without State Licenses

The Rev. Neil Patrick Carrick says clergy should be able to marry couples “in the eyes of God” without fearing criminal penalties.

3 Alleging Illegal Foreclosure, Eviction Get Reprieve

Plaintiffs’ attorney says Wayne County Treasurer’s Office actions hurt poor, struggling families.

Hillary Clinton to Campaign in Detroit: 2016 Election

Media will be in town for the North American International Auto Show when Democratic frontrunner visits, but it’s unclear if she’ll attend.

Wayne County Illegally Foreclosed on Homes: Lawsuit

Attorney representing 18 families claims the number of people who lost homes to allegedly illegal foreclosure may reach 1,000 or more.

Trump Aims at Ford Motor, Takes Vulgar Pokes at Clinton

GOP frontrunner says he’ll hike tariff on Ford to 40 percent if jobs aren’t moved back to U.S., uses vulgar Yiddish term against Clinton.

What to Do with All That Cardboard When Gifts are Opened

With Christmas coming, here are helpful directions about cardboard recycling.

High Court to Decide if Sex Offender Registry is 'Cruel'

The Michigan Supreme Court will hear the case of a man whose record was expunged, but was still forced to register as a sex offender.

Avoid Lines by Renewing Driver's License in Dearborn

Dearborn one of a handful of Michigan cities offering the service to its residents. But that’s not all you can do locally.

Michigan's Snyder Fights PR Battle on Refugees

In a guest editorial, Snyder explains why his position on Muslim immigrants is different than Donald Trump’s.

Watch Wayne County Snow Plows Before Leaving Home

Sixteen snow plows have dashboard cameras offering streaming video showing road conditions before you head out on roads.

As Trump Stirs Islamophobia, Michigan Muslims Worry

GOP frontrunner’s proposed Muslim ban not just political rhetoric, civil rights leader says, but a chilling example of “hatred and bigotry."

Bug Problem Abruptly Closes Wayne Clerk's Office

Insects fell out of a binder belonging to customer applying for gun permit, but problem wasn’t as awful as you may have heard.

24-Month Mortgage Fraud Prison Sentence to Dearborn Man

Marwan Haider obtained $925,000 in fraudulent loans, resulting in lender loss of about $566,000, the government said.

Rubio to Campaign in SE Michigan Wednesday

Here’s how to RSVP for presidential campaign appearance by U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida.

Snyder: Bipartisan Coalition Should Discuss Refugees

Michigan governor says he and others on the Council of Governors should have say in refugee vetting procedures. Read the text of his letter.

Tough New Snow Removal Ordinances in Effect this Year

Dearborn has strengthened its snow removal ordinance, plus what to do in snow emergencies if you have only on-street parking.