We take a look at how local police departments in Michigan have been working with U.S. Customs and Border Protection amid the nationwide immigration crackdown. Plus, a story from 1847 about how the people of Marshall, Michigan, stood up for their Black neighbors when slavecatchers came to the state.

Data from NOAA’s Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory show the Great Lakes are covered in ice. Here’s how much, what causes it, and some satellite photos of the coverage.

In Michigan, over 125 cities and counties use automated license plate readers to help law enforcement locate missing people and catch criminals. However, privacy advocates are raising concerns about potential privacy infringements and data sharing beyond local boundaries. These worries have intensified amid aggressive deportation campaigns. Some cities, like Bay City and Ferndale, have reconsidered their contracts with Flock Safety, the company behind the technology.

The Winter Olympics promise plenty of high adrenaline, fierce competition, historic firsts and emotional moments over 2 1/2 weeks. Here are some of the names and narratives to keep an eye on.