Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
Good morning, Sterling Heights.
🚨 Crime
Travion Smith, an 18-year-old from Detroit, was convicted for a 2023 Sterling Heights crash that killed Faith Gumma and her unborn baby and left her husband paralyzed—he will be sentenced on Aug.
26 after the jury verdict on July 25.
🏛️ Government
MDOT is asking for public feedback on changes at the busy I-75—8 Mile interchange near Hazel Park as it plans to remove a flyover and add a lane to ease congestion.
Drivers noted problems with merging and traffic, and a public meeting will be held Tuesday, July 29 at Hazel Park District Library from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib introduced a bill Friday that would require FEMA to repair flood-damaged basements from severe flooding in metro Detroit in 2021 and 2023.
The measure will also cover furnace and water heater repairs during emergencies and is expected to move to the House with hopes for bipartisan support.
🎉 Sterling Heights Events
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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.
Taking Back Sunday with Coheed and Cambria
3:00 – 8:30 PM — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Tickets on sale — Experience the dynamic emo sounds of Taking Back Sunday alongside the unique stylings of Coheed and Cambria.
Rob Thomas Concert
7-9 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Ticket info available — Experience multi-platinum singer-songwriter Rob Thomas on his highly anticipated solo tour.
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