It's cottonwood season in Metro Detroit — arriving about a week late

Hundreds of nation's brightest young minds competing in the Henry Ford's Invention Convention

Hundreds of the country's smartest young minds visited the Henry Ford for the 2026 RTX Invention Convention U.S. Nationals. Students presented original inventions and prototypes. Carolyn Ward, Senior Director of Learning, Business, Development, and Partnership at the Henry Ford speaks with WWJ's Jackie Paige about the annual event. (Photo Credit: Getty Images / Nimito)

Pelicans popping up on both peninsulas

Several hundred white pelicans call Michigan home. DNR wildlife biologist Cameron Dole tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester about one of North America's largest birds and where you can see them (photo credit: Bill Dudley / Getty Images)

DO NOT SWIM in the Lake of Monroe, authorities warn

The water may be a crystal clear blue, but do not swim in the Lake of Monroe. The once abandoned French Stone Quarry, the land was purchased by a private citizen, who later sold off different parcels. But the area remains private property, and is off-limits for visitors. Monroe Township Fire Chief Joseph Hernandez says over the years, they've responded to numerous incidents of trespassing at the lake, including people keeping hurt. He spoke with WWJ's Pat Vitale. (Photo: Getty Images)

"Stop and Smell the Lilacs" with the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival

Mackinac Island is filled with the fabulous aroma of lilacs for the annual Mackinac Island Lilac Festival through June 14. WWJ's Beth Fisher spoke with Steph Castelein of the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau. (Photo: Getty Images)

Review: Does Masters of the Universe have the power to rule weekend box office?

Its been nearly 40 years since the heroes of Eternia were seen on the big screen -- but does the new He-Man movie have the power to rule the box office? WWJ's Jeremy Jenkins has a preview of the new film ... Masters of the Universe. (Photo Credit: Getty Images / Frazer Harrison / Staff)