Good morning, Ann Arbor.

Michigan’s bottle deposit rate dipped to 69.4% in 2025, with grocers citing labor, space and safety concerns for handling returns — the Midwest Independent Retailers Association is urging removal of bottles from stores, while some shoppers still depend on the 10-cent refund to recycle.

The intersection of Ann Arbor-Saline and Ellsworth roads reopened Friday after the Washtenaw County Road Commission lowered a hill more than 3 feet to improve motorists' visibility.

The $840,000 project also upgraded drainage, curbs, and gutters along the border of Pittsfield and Lodi townships.

Ann Arbor’s new 20-story affordable housing project The Adeline broke ground Monday at 350 S.

Fifth Ave. and will offer a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartments, retail space, and resident benefits. The project—honoring business owner Adeline Thompson—is expected to complete in 2028.

Fall is here and experts from Leaf Pros advise local homeowners to winterize their homes—clean gutters, inspect roofs, and prepare for cold weather—to avoid costly repairs when temperatures drop.

They stress that prompt action now protects houses against harsh winter conditions.

Former Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham became the first NFL DT to record a sack in his team's first three games since 2020 when he posted two sacks in the Browns’ 21-18 win over the Panthers on Sunday—his play boosted the team's promising start.

Former Michigan quarterback J.J.

McCarthy was traded from the Vikings to the Giants on Monday for a 2027 pick, giving the 23-year-old a chance to compete after Giants starter Jaxon Dart was sidelined. He starred at Michigan and now joins John Harbaugh's team — seizing a fresh start.

Michigan lost 20-19 to Iowa on Saturday at Michigan Stadium when eight penalties for 75 yards extended the opposing team’s final drive; an unnecessary roughness call on cornerback Zeke Berry highlighted ongoing discipline issues as the team works to improve in future games.