In this week's edition of 7 Smart Shopper, we want to shine a light on two people who are using technology to help them save time and money. And one of them is using AI to cook at a very young age.

A brand-new pocket forest is taking root right next to Michigan Central, bringing a burst of green, pollinators, and a peaceful space to connect with nature to Detroit's bustling Corktown neighborhood.

Prince Valley Market, a family-owned grocery store in southwest Detroit, has served generations of Latino families with fresh food, authentic flavors, and a deep commitment to community.

It's a dilemma countless parents face every morning: Is their child well enough to go to school or daycare? Or sick enough to stay home?

Existing home sales in the U.S. are trending towards their worst year since 1995, according to research from the real estate brokerage company Redfin. But as we head into the fall, there are some signs that the housing market may improve.

If you're heading to the Zach Bryan concert at The Big House, here's what you need to know!

The company behind the Spirit Halloween stores is expanding into the holiday season by more than tripling the number of Spirit Christmas stores they are opening this year.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the leaders of the state House and Senate say they have reached an agreement to pass the School Aid Budget and state budget before October 1. However, an overall deal has not been reached.

James Comey was charged Thursday with making a false statement and obstruction in a criminal case filed days after President Donald Trump appeared to urge his attorney general to prosecute the former FBI director and other perceived political enemies.

Cleveland Clinic study finds Ozempic, Wegovy work better for patients with certain gene variant tied to higher weight loss odds.

President Donald Trump has abruptly canceled a planned meeting with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries ahead of a potential government shutdown.

Major League Baseball's 11-man competition committee on Tuesday approved use of the Automated Ball/Strike System in the major leagues in 2026. STORY: https://www.wxyz.com/sports/baseball/tigers/robot-umpires-approved-for-mlb-in-2026-as-part-of-challenge-system 

A man accused of trying to assassinate Donald Trump last year at his Florida golf course was found guilty on Tuesday. The jury of five men and seven women found Ryan Routh guilty on all counts that he was facing after 2 hours of deliberation.

Southfield police say a 20-year-old man is facing criminal charges after allegedly attempting to have sexual contact with a 12-year-old girl.

A downtown Detroit restaurant is getting a fashion makeover thanks to a unique collaboration with the country's only historically Black college and university for design.

Imagine going in for a routine procedure or a Doctor's visit, and weeks late, a bill arrives in mail, sometimes for hundreds, even thousands of dollars. Despite new federal protections, surprise medical bills are still hitting families hard.

After the pandemic forced its closure in 2020, the Detroit Children's Museum is reopening, according to an announcement from the Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation (DPSCD Foundation).

Oakland County Road Commissioner James Esshaki broke road commission workplace rules when he offered to fight an employee who had spoken out at a public board meeting, according to an independent investigation.

Two architectural treasures designed by legendary Detroit architects Albert Kahn and George Mason have reopened their doors — not as museums or offices, but as modern apartments ready to house metro Detroit families.

A warehouse owner on Detroit's west side claims repeated burglaries over the years have cost him tens of thousands of dollars and are preventing him from renovating his property to reopen as a business.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices approved changes to its recommendations for how and when the COVID-19 vaccine is administered.

If you're looking for some fall fun this weekend, you may want to head to Commerce Township, where you could take a walk through Amon-Ra St. Brown's famous headstand touchdown celebration.

UPDATE: Police have released this photo of the suspect in the stabbing on the U of M campus STORY: https://www.wxyz.com/news/region/washtenaw-county/university-of-michigan-issues-alert-about-stabbing-on-campus 

The University of Michigan has issued alerts about a stabbing that occurred on campus in the area of Catherine and Zina Pitcher.

Just under a month after the Windsor Tunnel Bus stopped service, plans for a new bus through the Detroit Windsor Tunnel have been announced.

The FTC sued Ticketmaster and Live Nation, alleging they worked with brokers to bypass limits, hide fees and inflate ticket prices for profit.

Public health experts say confusion about vaccines may grow in the weeks ahead as a newly formed vaccine advisory panel prepares to make more changes.

The federal funds rate is the interest rate banks charge each other for overnight loans. The Federal Reserve sets a target range for that rate. That range was lowered by 0.25 percentage points on Wednesday.

Wayne County Health Division is reporting the first death associated with West Nile Virus in the county for 2025.

Utah prosecutors plan to seek the death penalty against Tyler Robinson, who is accused of killing Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University.

The South Lyon school district has canceled classes Tuesday for what is being called a network interruption.

Guidepost Solutions has issued its after-action report on the law enforcement response to the November 2021 Oxford High School shootings that killed four students.

Inflation continues to tick up, and new federal data shows a growing number of people are out of work. That combination could lead to stagflation, economists say.

Recent changes tightening eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid could leave hundreds of thousands of families without benefits.

The United States Naval Academy in Maryland was on lockdown Thursday as law enforcement responded to reports of threats made to the military school, officials said.

President Donald Trump was attending the New York Yankees game on Thursday night to mark the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, after honoring the memories of the victims at the Pentagon earlier in the day.

The Trump administration has asked an appeals court to remove Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve’s board of governors by Monday, before the central bank’s next vote on interest rates.

Senate Republicans defeated an effort Wednesday by Democrats to insert language into Congress' annual defense authorization bill that would have forced the release of the Epstein files.

At least two students have been shot at Evergreen High School in Colorado, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.

Turning Point USA director Charlie Kirk was shot during a speaking event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah on Wednesday, according to reports from multiple outlets.

A new study shows as global temperatures rise, Americans are eating more sugar, much of it in the form of sweet drinks.

For weeks, people have been discovering notes on their cars with a man's name and phone number, claiming to have damaged their vehicles.

Democrats on the House Oversight Committee released on Monday a sexually suggestive letter to Jeffrey Epstein purportedly signed by President Donald Trump, which he has denied.

Michigan Women Forward is honoring Diana Lewis and Doris Biscoe by naming them to the 2025 class of the Michigan Women's Hall of Fame.

Detroit police say a suspect is in custody in connection with the rape of a woman at Van Antwerp Park in the northwest part of the city.

At Home announced it is closing 29 stores as the furniture and home decor chain continues to navigate financial challenges following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.

Nine former CDC leaders say HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s public health views are “dangerous,” citing vaccine rollbacks and policy rejections.

Unadilla Township police say a 22-year-old Ohio man suffered "significant" injuries in a plane crash Thursday afternoon.

Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams doesn't hide from his journey. He brought it all up in a sit-down conversation. WATCH the interview: https://www.wxyz.com/sports/interview-lions-wr-jameson-williams-talks-mistakes-growth-and-living-as-an-example-for-kids-in-detroit 

A comprehensive investigation report substantiates several serious allegations against Hamtramck Police Chief Jamiel Altaheri, including driving a city vehicle after drinking alcohol and handing a loaded gun to a civilian volunteer with instructions to put it to someone's head.