Good morning, Sterling Heights.

Angelo Rickey Smith, 21, of Detroit pleaded no contest Thursday to charges including second-degree homicide after he stole a Jeep when he was 17 and led a police chase that ended in Sterling Heights when he ran a red light and killed a 20-year-old woman—his sentencing is set for Sept. 4.

Sterling Heights police are seeking help to identify a person who has repeatedly pounded on and kicked residents' doors along Mile and Ryan Road+ one incident led to door damage while residents remain unsure if he is attempting a break-in.

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.

Melissa Etheridge & Indigo Girls Concert

7-9 PM — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to iconic hits from these legendary female artists during an unforgettable night.