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Sterling Heights
Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
Good morning, Sterling Heights. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 19, MLK Day was marked by multiple events across metro Detroit to honor Dr. King, featuring a rally and march at St. Matthew's + St. Joseph's Episcopal Church, a peace walk in Southfield, and museum exhibits at The Henry Ford. WXYZ
- ➤ Today, gig worker Jaison Clark and car wash employee Rosalind (Rocky) Stewart work outdoors in frigid temperatures and biting wind in metro Detroit, taking extra precautions to stay safe while keeping deliveries moving and cars clean. WXYZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices statewide have increased by 15 cents per gallon since last week and local drivers in metro Detroit now pay $2.92 for regular unleaded—a 15-gallon fill costs about $44, which is $6 lower than last year’s peak. WXYZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A severe blast of arctic air is expected today, and metro Detroit school districts have set a -20°F wind chill threshold for school closures. Families should check their local district policies as temperatures drop to lows in the low-to-mid single digits with possible lake effect snow showers. WXYZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Health Alert warns families about hypothermia & frostbite risks as extreme cold sets in today; parents should dress kids in layers, limit outdoor time when wind chills drop, and seek help if signs like shivering or numbness appear. WXYZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Detroit Lions will soon hire former Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing — a move meant to boost the offense as noted by NFL insider Adam Schefter. Details will follow once the hiring decision is final. FOX 2 Detroit
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