Elmer the Mastodon’s Big Move and Other Local Headlines

Elmer the Ice Age Giant

A 10‑foot skeleton nicknamed Elmer will move from Levinson Hall at Oakland Community College to the Cranbrook Institute of Science.

• Timeline: Move begins next week; exhibit opens Summer 2027.
• Process: Careful disassembly, shipping to Bloomfield Hills, and re‑construction.
• Partnership: Long‑term loan making Elmer a centerpiece for future education.

Van Buren Township Standoff

• Police pursued an armed driver believed to pose a danger.
• The suspect fled to his home on Sandalwood Avenue, locking himself in with two family members.
• A multi‑hour standoff ended with the suspect taken into custody.

Birmingham Pool Party Chaos

• Over 150 guests arrived at a rented pool after the homeowner used a sharing app.
• Residents reported blocked driveways, public intoxication, and inappropriate conduct near families.
• Police received numerous calls as the situation escalated on Saturday evening.

Detroit Apartment Complex Issues

• Tenants complain of unrepaired elevators, malfunctioning security gates, and slow management response.
• City inspectors are investigating a growing maintenance backlog.

Southeast Michigan Weather Forecast

• Tuesday: Wet and windy with scattered showers and thunderstorms from noon to 10 p.m.
• Small chance of strong winds or hail in western suburbs.
• Temperatures mild, upper 70s; prepare for rain and gusty conditions.