Good morning, Sterling Heights.

Kelly Loeffler from the SBA visited NTL Industries in Sterling Heights on Thursday to promote the new One Big Beautiful Bill Act that offers tax cuts and investment incentives to spur small business growth across the Midwest + the manufacturer, named national small business of the year this spring, said the law will help it hire three new workers and boost its automation.

On July 12, a 16-year-old Detroit teen was charged as an adult with second-degree murder after a high-speed police chase ended in a crash in Warren that killed 28-year-old Alex Habib (father of two) when he fled an attempted stop.

A Center Line man named Luke Svacha is set to stand trial on charges including first-degree premeditated murder for fatally shooting Jajuan Marls at an Extended Stay motel in Sterling Heights on Feb.

1—he held police at bay at his home for hours before his arrest and is scheduled for arraignment on Aug. 4.

Macomb County Animal Care is facing staffing shortages and is asking residents to either adopt pets or apply for jobs (job postings are now available) to help care for animals at the shelter, County Executive Mark Hackel said.

Governor Whitmer announced on Thursday that Michigan erased $144 million in medical debt for over 210,000 residents—this state initiative partnered with nonprofit Undue Medical Debt to alleviate the financial burden and help those facing high costs for care.

Metro Detroit tattoo shops have seen more clients asking to remove unwanted ink—local professionals say many customers regret tattoos from their youth and now choose laser sessions for a fresh start.

Summer Unity Tour: LIVE and Collective Soul

6-7:30 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night with rock legends Collective Soul and +LIVE+ along with special guests Our Lady Peace and Greylin James Rue.

Michigan Founders Fund: Founders First Fridays: August

10 AM - 12 PM — Velocity — Free entry — Network with fellow founders and entrepreneurs in a casual setting to share challenges and resources.

Slightly Stoopid - Step Into The Sun Tour 2025

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Cost info not specified — Catch Slightly Stoopid with special guests Iration and Little Stranger on their summer tour.

CAKE Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Tickets from $75 — Experience a unique blend of genres with the iconic band Cake live in concert.

Goo Goo Dolls & Dashboard Confessional Concert

7-9 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ultimate summer throwback with rock legends performing classics and new hits.