AGP Executive Report

MLB in Michigan: Seattle’s Bryce Miller struck out nine and allowed just one hit as the Mariners blanked the Detroit Tigers 4-0, with Dominic Canzone driving in runs and homering to snap Detroit’s momentum. NASCAR at MIS: Richard Childress broke his silence at Michigan International Speedway after Kyle Busch’s death, saying the planned announcement of Busch returning in 2027 was derailed by tragedy. Local TV: West Michigan anchor Alana Holland shared a heartfelt goodbye to viewers as she prepares for her next step after years at WZZM 13. Civic oversight: East Lansing moved to amend budget cuts affecting its Independent Police Oversight Commission, restoring funding for use-of-force analysis after delays in receiving police data. Music news: Evanescence released its new album “Sanctuary” and mapped out a 2027 tour that includes Michigan dates. Detroit culture: Vernors turns 160, with a June 14 Eastern Market street celebration planned around the Detroit-born ginger ale.

Detroit Tigers & Mariners: The Tigers host Seattle with a 1-0 series lead, and Friday’s 7-3 win put Gleyber Torres and Kerry Carpenter back in the lineup as Tarik Skubal moves through his rehab toward a return. PWHL Detroit Debut: PWHL Detroit announced forward Daryl Watts as the team’s first-ever player, signing her to a four-year deal ahead of the 2026-27 season. Local Pride: Motor City Pride returns to Hart Plaza this weekend with two days of music, performances, food, and a Sunday parade. Film Night in Redford: Bruce Campbell brought his new movie “Ernie & Emma” to a packed Redford Theatre, with Sam Raimi also on hand for the screening and Q&A. NASCAR at MIS: Kyle Busch’s death is being felt across the sport as NASCAR returns to Michigan International Speedway, with plans for how he’ll be honored at the FireKeepers Casino 400. Outdoor Fun: Wisconsin’s free fishing weekend is today and Sunday, and Michigan’s next free weekend is June 13-14. Baseball Awards (UP): Iron Mountain’s Connor Pickett was named Mid-Pen Pitcher of the Year as conference teams and honors rolled out across the region.

WNBA Spotlight: Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton is sharing her life on and off the court through an Andscape monthly video diary, as her 2026 breakout continues. Local Arts & Youth: Ypsilanti District Library is reviving its Noise Permit youth songwriting workshops (ages 10–24), funded by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council, with new gear and take-home kits. Film & Community: An indie thriller, “Darkness of the Dead,” turns a small New York town into a zombie hotspot as production begins, with a casting call that drew hundreds. Public Affairs on TV: WXYZ’s “Spotlight on the News” returns Sunday with a report on how women are driving Michigan’s workforce, plus a discussion of the Declaration of Independence. Outdoor Recreation: Elk Rapids opened Michigan’s first permanent non-motorized boat wash and an accessible launch on the Chain of Lakes Water Trail. Pride in Detroit: Motor City Pride returns to Hart Plaza with multiple stages and 100+ vendors, expected to draw 65,000+ people. Sports Shock: Reports say Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade, sending Detroit fans into a frenzy.

Missing Persons: Eastpointe teen Noah Winters’ family says they received texts claiming he was dead and that his body was left in a vacant Detroit house—police are still searching and say they’ve identified a black Jeep Compass using Green Light video. Animal Safety: Washington Park Zoo in Michigan City reported two zookeepers hospitalized after a wolf attack; one keeper is stable and the other was treated and released, while the wolf habitat is set to reopen after review. Local Pride Politics: Madison Heights canceled a drag story time at its annual Pride event, with supporters calling it family-friendly entertainment and opponents saying it crossed a line. Detroit Sports Shock: Reports say Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade, raising questions about his no-trade clause and Detroit’s next steps. Music & Pop Culture: Lizzo released her new album “Bitch,” leaning into a reclamation theme for the title. Michigan Sports Spotlight: Northern Michigan’s all-star girls beat Wisconsin in the Kiwanis Border Bash, with Ishpeming’s Jenessa Eagle named MVP.

Detroit Sports: Dylan Larkin has reportedly requested a trade from the Red Wings, with reports pointing to Detroit’s playoff struggles and a “frosty” captain-to-front-office relationship. IndyCar: Romain Grosjean underwent right-hand surgery after a Detroit Grand Prix crash, but says he’s cleared to race this weekend in Illinois. Local Arts & Community: The former Cooley High School building in West Detroit is set for demolition this summer as the district moves toward an 18-acre sports complex. Wellness & Lifestyle: Glo Tanning opened a new West Bloomfield location, pitching spa-style self-care with red light therapy and wellness pods. Gaming Music: EA Sports UFC 6 revealed a 37-track soundtrack spanning hip-hop, grime, rock, metal and EDM ahead of its June 19 release. Roads & Transit: MDOT held an open house on US-127 reconstruction between I-496 and Lake Lansing Road, including pavement repairs, bridge work and drainage upgrades. Local News: A pedestrian was hospitalized after a crash in Jackson, with the man reported in critical condition.

College Sports Buzz: The Duke-Michigan nonconference matchup is reportedly headed from Madison Square Garden to loanDepot Park in Miami for Dec. 21, after a broadcast-rights dispute surfaced around Duke’s Amazon deal. Pro Football in Michigan: Lions personnel move—former Dolphins GM Chris Grier is reportedly being hired as a personnel executive, while players like Derrick Moore are talking up early defensive “jelling” in OTAs. Michigan on the Page: A new Michigan Law book, “Reading Wars,” digs into how access to writing and reading has sparked conflict and argues the right to read is tied to equality. Kids’ Film & Literacy: Folktellers Studios and Emagine Royal Oak hosted a statewide trailer contest where students created movie trailers after reading “Phases of the Moon,” with Heritage Elementary taking first. Public Art: Chicago unveiled Carole Feuerman’s “Monuments of Stillness” swimmer sculptures along Michigan Avenue, with pieces on view through fall.

Local Arts & Inclusion: Chelsea’s Moxie Works Studio is launching “Sponsor a Stool,” a two-week interactive installation through the Michigan Growth Office Pitch Haus residency, centered on artists with disabilities and storytelling. Media & Community: Gray Media will break ground June 15 on an expanded WILX-WSYM Lansing facility, uniting NBC and Fox operations under “News 10” with more studios, production space, and digital/streaming capacity. Sports & Entertainment Business: The Detroit Lions hired former Dolphins GM Chris Grier as a personnel executive, adding another front-office voice to Brad Holmes’ orbit. Public Safety: The DNR says wildfire danger is high to very high across northern Michigan and the U.P., with no yard-debris burning permits in the north for now. Auto Recall: Ford is recalling nearly 420,000 vehicles over seat-belt retractor issues, plus a separate “do not drive” advisory for certain Bronco Sport and Maverick models. Community Spotlight: The Waldhart Family Foundation named 2026 Yes You KAN Scholarship recipients, highlighting student leaders and performers across multiple disciplines.

Arts Spotlight: Ludington’s LACA will host Jamie Gannon’s “Specific to Site: Mapping Time and Place” (June 5–27), using mirrored photos and location-based painting to map real Michigan and Midwest architecture. Local Film & TV: “Camp RicStar,” about a Michigan State University music therapy camp, earned a 2026 Michigan Emmy nomination. Music & Touring: Kehlani announced THE KEHLANI WORLD TOUR: EU & UK, with tickets going on sale today; the Grammy winner’s new album is out now. Detroit Entertainment: Neil Newbon (Astarion in Baldur’s Gate 3) lands a major role in the long-awaited Until Dawn sequel. Live Music in Michigan: Alpena’s Flower Festival returns for its fourth year, and the Alpena Lifelong Learners series continues with a June 11 Granum Theatre concert. Sports (Detroit): The Tigers halted a skid with a 10-9 win over the Rays, powered by five homers, while Justin Verlander drew a crowd during a rehab start in Iowa. Outdoor Fun: Michigan’s DNR is promoting “Three Free” Weekend (June 13–14) for fishing, ORV riding, and free state park entry.

NBA Finals (Knicks–Spurs): Mike Breen will call his 21st Finals for ABC/ESPN, keeping his “down the middle” style after a past compliment from Joe Davis—now he’s facing a Knicks-first Finals matchup against the Spurs. College Hoops: Jeremy Fears Jr.’s return gives Tom Izzo a deeper, more balanced Michigan State roster as fans brace for a “Last Dance” run. Michigan Sports Business: Andre Drummond says he’d “definitely” retire in Detroit after reflecting on his Pistons-to-Cavs trade and the franchise’s rebuild. Baseball: The Tigers snapped a skid with three straight homers in a 10-9 win over the Rays, while Tarik Skubal’s rehab path stays a key storyline. Local Girls Sports: Plymouth-Canton’s girls Summer League Shootout scrambles after a coaching resignation, with Salem stepping in to keep the tradition alive. Arts & Community: A Detroit indie cult favorite, Bruce Campbell, brings “Ernie & Emma” back to the Redford Theatre, and quilting gets a spotlight for its modern community-building power. Gaming/Events: Kewadin Casinos outlines major multi-year upgrades, including new waterpark and RV expansions.

NBA/Detroit Sports: Rick Adelman, a Basketball Hall of Fame coach who spent four seasons with the Houston Rockets, has died at 79. Detroit Baseball: The Tigers snapped a skid with a 10-9 win over the Rays, powered by Dillon Dingler, Kerry Carpenter and Riley Greene combining for three straight homers in the third. MLB Spotlight: Brice Turang ended an 0-for-21 slump with a double and triple as the Brewers routed the Giants 16-2. Local Community & Arts: Michigan’s Medicare Fraud Prevention Week runs June 1-5, with state agencies urging residents to avoid scams and report suspicious outreach. Outdoor/History: Alpena’s Bi-Path marks its 50th anniversary, with local students and the Thunder Bay Arts Council shaping the civic project that began as a Bicentennial-era idea. Family Fun: Love Ludington Weekend returns June 5 with a street party, classic car show, maritime traditions and more along the Lake Michigan shoreline. Energy Costs: Higher summer electric rates kick in for many Michigan customers, with utilities urging peak-hour conservation and pointing people to 211 for assistance.

Motorsports in Michigan: Cadillac and Corvette dominated the Detroit Grand Prix IMSA weekend, sweeping front rows in qualifying and winning their classes at the Motor City track. Labor & auto industry: About 1,000 UAW Local 2093 members walked out at American Axle’s Three Rivers plant after contract talks stalled, adding to a broader wave of supplier strikes. Detroit music news: Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons canceled the rest of their 2026 tour dates, citing health, with the Detroit Opera House stop now off the calendar. Local food & community: Rock & Rye soft serve returns for one week at Dairy Whip in Redford Township, and Ferndale launches a new weekly farmers market, the Ferndale Farmstand, outside Tall Trees Cafe. Sports spotlight: The Lions expect a smooth transition as Penei Sewell moves to left tackle, while Brad Galli starts “The Brad Galli Show” to bring more Michigan sports coverage to digital platforms. Arts & culture: The University of Michigan peony garden is drawing huge crowds as the annual bloom season hits. Sports history: Hall of Fame receiver Raymond Berry died at 93.

Detroit Tigers: The Tigers kick off a three-game set at Tampa Bay Monday night, with Jonathan Aranda heating up for the Rays and Detroit’s Ty Madden set to make the start. MLB Spotlight: Elsewhere, the Yankees erupted for 13 runs in one inning to beat the Athletics 13-8, while the White Sox also topped Detroit in recent action. Local Arts & Community: Lansing’s R.E. Olds Transportation Museum and CATA hosted Wheels, Words & Wellness for Mental Health Awareness, pairing storytime, wellness resources, and family activities. Michigan Culture Picks: Cadillac’s “Rear Door Revival” alleyway art project is moving forward with public votes narrowing finalists to top concepts. Tech/Industry (Michigan tie-in): Blaize and Winmate debuted rugged edge AI work at Michigan’s MDEX and are now showcasing it at COMPUTEX 2026. Sports & Entertainment: Pride Month energy is building in Detroit, with queer art and events highlighted for June.

IndyCar Detroit Grand Prix: Alex Palou rebounded from late-race chaos to win Sunday’s Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix, holding off Kyle Kirkwood after IndyCar changed how full-course cautions are deployed—an update Kirkwood’s camp says can take races away from pure merit. Detroit Lions/OTAs: Dan Campbell kept it blunt at OTAs, pushing past the “pajama party” hype as the team settles into offseason work. Detroit Tigers: Justin Verlander is set for a rehab start Tuesday with Triple-A Toledo in Iowa, while Kerry Carpenter returned to the lineup for Detroit after an IL stint. Music & culture: Frankie Valli canceled the rest of the Four Seasons’ farewell tour dates to focus on health. Local sports: A power outage at Ford Field postponed Michigan’s girls flag football state championship tournament. Community spotlight: Gus Macker brought 3-on-3 basketball to Jackson streets, emphasizing grit and neighborhood spirit.

U-M & Ypsilanti Utilities: The University of Michigan is pressing ahead with its Ypsilanti Township supercomputing/data center plans even after city and township denouncement resolutions and a new moratorium that limits water and sewer use for data centers—U-M’s legal team argues the move is invalid and discriminatory. Monroe Media Fundraiser: Stephen Colbert is helping Monroe Community Media raise money after a surprise appearance on “Only in Monroe,” with signed memorabilia from his visit up for auction. Detroit Grand Prix Buzz: Detroit’s IndyCar weekend is underway, with qualifying setting the grid and race-day TV details locked in as fans gear up for the street-course spectacle. Safety & Barriers: Experts point to recent vehicle crashes into occupied buildings—including another DTW terminal incident—as a sign that stronger protective barriers may be needed at high-traffic sites. Local Sports Spotlight: The Detroit Lions keep it low-key in OTAs, with Dan Campbell joking about “pajama party” practices while focusing on fundamentals. Community Calendar (Ludington): Ludington State Park’s free summer series kicks off with music, nature talks, drumming, and magic, plus a full slate of Saturday events for families and outdoor lovers.

Detroit Tigers/White Sox: Miguel Vargas’ two-run walk-off homer in the 10th capped a 4-3 loss for Detroit at Rate Field, extending the Tigers’ misery and highlighting bullpen trouble. Injury Update: White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami left with right hamstring tightness and is expected to miss about a couple of weeks after imaging. Local Sports (UP): Alpena-area fans get a boost with Bay View Sportsplex construction starting Monday on a new pavilion, while MHSAA action delivered big moments from regional golf and softball across the state. Community & Arts: Frankie Valli canceled remaining 2026 dates to focus on health, and Michigan lawmakers continue debating the Death with Dignity Act for terminally ill patients. Tech & Access: Spectrum is expanding rural fiber to more than 900 Osceola County locations, bringing faster internet to multiple townships. Quick Hits: Detroit Metro Airport saw a second Evans Terminal crash this year, and the Chassell Farmers Market returns next week with produce, arts, and live music.

Detroit Arts & Culture: Detroit Public Theatre closes its season with “King James,” a funny, heartfelt story about two Cleveland Cavaliers fans whose lives change over a dozen years. Lansing Arts & Community: A new Public Media Center and Ovation Center opened downtown, aiming to be a hub for artists, musicians, students, and music lovers. Music & Museums: Barry Fisch’s decades of concert photography are now on display at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. Historic Discoveries: Colonial Michilimackinac uncovered a jaw harp during preparations for its 2026 excavation season—visitors can see the work in summer. Local Live Music: Meridian Township’s Wednesday Farmers’ Market and Summer Concert Series return June 3 with weekly performances through September. Sports & Entertainment Crossover: The Detroit Grand Prix weekend kicks off May 29–31, with IndyCar and Indy NXT bringing major attention to downtown. Auto/Pop Culture: Stellantis says new Chrysler and Dodge vehicles are coming, including a performance-focused Dodge SUV. Health & Operations: UM Health-Sparrow will outsource Lansing environmental and food services to national vendors.