Ann Arbor MI

Startup businesses fostered by Ann Arbor SPARK saw financial growth this year amid a turbulent economy. 548 new jobs were created this year, thanks to the $18 million investment SPARK made into local startups. Loren Townes is the Director of Entrepreneurial Services for SPARK Central. He says 2025’s economic...

The Washtenaw County Health Department rolled out its Wish You Knew mental health campaign. Residents can now access support any time of day or night during the holidays. Call 734-544-3050 or dial 988 if you're struggling. This campaign reaches out to people battling stress from deadlines, exams, family pressures,...

ANN ARBOR – Artificial intelligence wasn’t just the biggest tech story of the year — it reshaped infrastructure, energy demand, labor markets, and regulation, making it the dominant force behind nearly every other major trend. 1. Artificial Intelligence Dominated the Narrative. Across virtually all major year-end...

We've covered a lot of stories this year. From first flights to a program by Ann Arbor's public library, let's go through some feel good stories from this year. Giant megaphone installed at Belle Isle Park to amplify the sound of nature. Belle Isle Park in Detroit is home to...

Ann Arbor, MI – With a sharp drop in temperatures forecast across Southeast Michigan, local officials are urging residents to take precautions and use available warming shelters to stay safe during extreme winter conditions. The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office says several warming locations are now open in and...

ANN ARBOR, MI — Ann Arbor is aiming to add 50 more electric vehicle charging stations across the city over the next 18 to 24 months. That includes on city-owned and private sites, and the city is now seeking organizations willing to host publicly accessible EV charging stations on their properties.

The increased cost of living is taking a toll on many Washtenaw County families. SOS Community Services provides shelter, needed resources and food, but the need is growing. When a pause in SNAP benefits took effect in November, people went into panic mode. That’s according to Barbara Cecil, Development Director at...

The Ann Arbor Community Police Academy will return in 2026, offering residents a chance to learn more about law enforcement and build stronger connections with the police department. The program provides firsthand insight into daily police operations and community-focused policing, as reported by the City of Ann...

A Special Weather Statement with moderate severity has been issued for Saginaw, Shiawassee, Genesee, Lapeer, St. Clair, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, and Monroe counties, effective from 9:08 PM EST on December 30 until midnight, warning of light snowfall leading to potentially slippery...

Michigan’s food scene has exploded in recent years, transforming the state into a culinary destination that rivals any major city in the country. From Detroit’s bustling downtown to Ann Arbor’s charming streets, restaurants are serving up incredible dishes that have locals lining up hours before opening time.