Good morning, Sterling Heights.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents at Detroit Metro Airport seized 52 pounds of bushmeat — including monkey meat and skulls — from a traveler from Central Africa on August 26th and inspected the items for signs of pests and disease to protect agriculture.

Sterling Heights Police said overdose deaths dropped 50% from their 2021 peak—records show a 63% fall in overdoses—and that a new approach with quick response teams and a Redirect Program achieving a 53% success rate is helping lower the crisis.

Three Macomb County residents pleaded guilty to a fraud scheme involving over $3 million in COVID-19 relief funds — they will be sentenced in January — and face up to 30 years in prison.

Former Pistons guard Lindsey Hunter recalled the 2004 championship win over the Lakers — he said he and his teammates felt so sure of their victory during a steam room chat with Elden Campbell, Darvin Ham, Ben Wallace and Rasheed that they did not believe the Lakers had a chance.

The White Concert: A Tribute to Frankie Beverly

7-8:30 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Ticket prices vary — Experience performances by Dru Hill, Ginuwine, Stokley, and TMF in a night of tribute and celebration.

Founders First Fridays Networking Event

10 AM - 12 PM — Velocity Innovation Center — Free entry — Network with local founders and entrepreneurs in a casual setting.

Alison Krauss & Union Station Live

7-9 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Grammy-winning bluegrass with Alison Krauss & Union Station on their long-awaited tour.

Family Movie Night

5:30-7 p.m. — Campbell | Detroit Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy evening watching a family-friendly movie together.

Renee Rapp: Bite Me Tour

7-9:30 p.m. — Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill — Tickets start at $59 — Experience the emotional roller coaster of Renee Rapp's new music alongside special guest SYD.