Good morning, Ann Arbor.

Stubborn Brother Pizza Bar opens today for takeout at 405 S.

Main St. in downtown Ann Arbor, with a full restaurant launch expected in the next two weeks pending permit approval — a plan that has sparked student interest and follows high praise from a noted Michigan fan.

Severe storms swept through Metro Detroit on Sept.

3, toppling trees and power lines, causing building damage and fires, including one incident in Detroit where a tree fell on a home injuring residents.

A new maize-and-blue ambulance sponsored by the University of Michigan entered service yesterday in Ann Arbor to boost emergency response capacity for both football games and other year-round needs (it is the third added to the fleet since 2023).

The Regional Transit Authority will add new express bus trips between Detroit and Ann Arbor starting Tuesday, Sept.

8 to meet growing rider demand — it will end its Summer Midnight Run service on Sept. 6. This change aims to provide more travel options for commuters, students, and others.

Locals can visit five Ann Arbor restaurants (Venue by 4M, Echelon, Frita Batidos, Casey’s Tavern, and The Ranch Honky Tonk) ahead of the 2026 Michigan football opener on Saturday, Sept.

5 near Michigan Stadium.

Michigan football will play Texas in a 2027 rematch, now scheduled for Sept.

4 instead of Sept. 11 — the Wolverines will travel to Austin as part of a newly adjusted non-conference schedule.

Former Michigan prep standout Cole Cabana returns near his hometown for the Western Michigan season opener under the lights at Michigan Stadium on Saturday.

Healthy and determined to prove his promise, he looks forward to competing against familiar faces — a full-circle moment for the running back.

Week-2 high school football scores show mixed results as Father Gabriel Richard beat Whitmore Lake 53-12 and Ann Arbor Huron lost 20-34 to Woodhaven, while Ann Arbor Pioneer fell 7-31 to Temperance Bedford on Thursday; Friday matchups among nearby communities also took place.

Sports analysts predict the Wolverines will finish their upcoming season at 8-4 amid a demanding schedule that includes key contests in Ann Arbor and challenging road games.

They note that changes in coaching and a revamped offensive strategy + depth concerns may shape the team's performance.

Ann Arbor bars are set to welcome Michigan football fans for the 2026 season opener on Sept.

5. Fans can enjoy diverse menus and game day specials at Conor O’Neill’s, The Grotto, Echelon Kitchen and Bar, The Brown Jug, and Fraser’s Pub (with indoor screens to catch the action).

Ann Arbor-area high school boys tennis players are gearing up for an exciting 2026 season — standout athletes from Pioneer, Greenhills, Chelsea, Huron, and Skyline are opening with strong records after impressive finishes last season.

Local talent is set to challenge for state titles this year.