Good morning, Ypsilanti.

U.S. News released its 2027 rankings on Tuesday, Oct.

20, and Ypsilanti’s South Arbor Charter Academy (K-8, enrollment 800) placed No. 4 among Michigan public middle schools with about 70% math and 76% reading proficiency.

A SmartAsset study released Oct.

26 found Detroit retirees will need about $132,504 if they own a home and receive Social Security, $252,760 if they rent and receive Social Security, $670,400 if a homeowner without Social Security, and $790,655 if a renter without Social Security (SmartAsset recommends a 4.7% withdrawal rate).

The state has recorded 14 measles outbreaks in 2026, with 20 total cases across counties including seven in Washtenaw and three in Delta.

The U.S. had 4,588 confirmed measles cases as of Oct. 22, 2026, and health officials are urging MMR vaccination for children and travelers.

Quarterback Jared Goff threw for 303 yards and two touchdowns in Detroit's 20-17 win over Green Bay on Sunday, and receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown had 11 catches for a season-high 153 yards as their connection helped power the Lions' offense (Goff leads NFL QBs with a 112.5 passer rating).

The Michigan High School Athletic Association released the 2026 football playoff brackets with first-round matchups, dates, and times for eight 11-player divisions and two 8-player divisions so local fans can see which area teams play and when.