1. Michigan becomes a state – On July 14, 1837, Michigan officially became the 26th state to join the United States. This was after years of disputes with Ohio over the Toledo Strip, a narrow piece of land that connects Michigan and Ohio.

2. The Battle of Gettysburg ends – On July 14, 1863, the Battle of Gettysburg, one of the most significant battles of the American Civil War, came to an end. Michigan soldiers played a crucial role in the Union's victory at Gettysburg.

3. The Ford Motor Company is founded – On July 14, 1903, the Ford Motor Company was founded in Dearborn, Michigan. This company would go on to revolutionize the automobile industry and make Henry Ford one of the wealthiest men in the world.

4. The Detroit race riots begin – On July 14, 1967, a police raid on an unlicensed bar in Detroit ignited five days of violent protests and unrest. The riots resulted in the deaths of 43 people and the destruction of over 2,000 buildings.

5. Justin Verlander throws his second no-hitter – On July 14, 2019, Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander, who had previously played for the Detroit Tigers, threw his second career no-hitter. It was the first time a pitcher had thrown two no-hitters against two different teams on the road.