Good morning, Ypsilanti.

A 14-year-old boy was fatally struck by a car on Tuttle Hill Road near Merritt Road in Ypsilanti Township — a nurse who helped him now says she must drive by the scene marked by a small white cross every day.

TORC Robotics plans to invest $5.6 million in a driverless truck engineering hub in Ann Arbor Township that is expected to create 500 jobs—The company received a $3 million grant from the Michigan Strategic Fund on Tuesday, June 24 to support the project.

Former EMU officer Alex Colarossi allegedly planted hidden cameras in a locker room and hotel bathroom to spy on three female colleagues and has been charged with three counts of recording an unclothed person and using a computer to commit a crime—he was suspended and resigned from the force following the discovery.

Michigan sees its latest summer sunsets after the solstice because the day lasts slightly longer than 24 hours—causing the clock time for sunset to shift later; as a result, the sun sets on or near June 27 for mid-northern latitudes.

Sweet Dreams Art Night

7-9 p.m. — Tipsy Ypsi - Paint and Pour — Check the website for pricing — Create a masterpiece in a fun and relaxed atmosphere with friends.

Ypsilanti 4th of July Parade

11:00 a.m. — Depot Town — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with Michigan's longest-running parade full of community spirit and fun.

Paradise Falls Painting Event

6-9 p.m. — Tipsy Ypsi - Paint and Pour — Check website for pricing — Create your own masterpiece in a fun, social environment.

Larkn with Pillow Princess and Oblivion Heirs

7-11:50 p.m. — Regal Beagle Lounge — $5-10 donation — Experience a night of local music featuring mesmerizing performances by Sacha and more.

Fleet Feet's Find Your Speed Track Night

11 PM – 1 AM — Ypsilanti Track — Affordable entry — Test your speed in a timed 1600-meter race under the stars with a festive atmosphere.