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Big Lots to close 4 stores in Michigan: List of locations affected
Big Lots plans to close 35 to 40 stores this year, including several in Michigan. The discount realtor headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, has more than 1,392 stores in 48 states as of May 4, according to a filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in June where the company noted the...
Nobody claims ownership of $250K earmark for abandoned church in Michigan budget
(The Center Square) – A $250,000 earmark in the new Michigan state budget is raising concerns, with little information about its use beyond a building rehabilitation project. Event planner Tatiana Grant told the Detroit News she requested the funding to restore the St. Columba Episcopal Church, which has been closed since 2003. However, nonprofit Invest Detroit, which holds the grant funding, says there is no ownership agreement with Grant. The...
Warning! Measles are Back and Showing In Michigan!
It's been a long time that a case of the measles has been detected in Michigan. It was 2019 when the last cases were diagnosed. But guess what? It's back!. This could be very tough for those unvaccinated against measles because it is one of the most contagious diseases, but is mostly dangerous in young children and babies our sister station 102.5 The Block reports.
Ithaca woman charged with embezzlment from a vulnerable adult
The Attorney General's Office says 65-year-old Cheryl Colburn was arraigned Monday on one count of embezzlement from a vulnerable adult between $1,000-$20,000. Ithaca woman charged with embezzlment from a vulnerable adult. The Attorney General's Office says 65-year-old Cheryl Colburn was arraigned Monday on one count of embezzlement from a vulnerable...
Another nice weekend of weather ahead!
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Awesome weekend weather is ahead thanks to high pressure residing over the Great Lakes. Last weekend was pretty nice too, but this weekend should be a little bit better in all aspects. If you don’t have plans yet, start making them! This is especially the case as next week is riddled with rain chances. Take a peek in your TV5 First Alert 7-Day Forecast.
Genesee County restaurant offering free pizza if Olympian Grant Fisher medals
FENTON, MI - If Grand Blanc native and long-distance runner Grant Fisher finishes in the top three at the Paris Olympic Games, a Fenton restaurant will provide free pizza for customers signed up to its Wings for Rings campaign. The campaign features special discounts and Boston’s Pizza will serve as...
Bay County investing millions to create a one-stop health center in Bangor Township
When the new Bay County Community Health Center opens in what was the Art Van Furniture Center, it will be a boon for Bay City and Bangor Township. Construction is set to be completed by the end of 2025. Bay County Public Health Officer Joel Strasz says the Health and...
Discover the Bay City area: Homes you can buy for $200,000
Prospective homebuyers considering the real estate market had a range of options in various neighborhoods throughout the region between July 15 and July 21. In this article, we outline recent property sales in the Bay City area, all of which featured homes under $200,000. Below, we provide an overview of...
Flint police seize three sports cars after illegal drag racing
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - Three sports car owners are without a ride after the Flint Police Department caught them drag racing recently. Flint police seized two Chevrolet Camaros and a Dodge Challenger after the owners were caught in alleged drag races on streets around the city during a targeted enforcement campaign.
Police identify armed, masked man who robbed Brighton hotel
BRIGHTON, Mich. – Police have identified an armed, masked man who robbed a hotel in Brighton. Police were called around 1:20 a.m. July 15, 2024, to the Hampton Inn & Suites in Brighton. Officials said Joshua Lee Bargovan had entered the hotel, walked into the bathroom, and then left...
Jim Fouts' campaign signs for Michigan House removed by Hazel Park city clerk
HAZEL PARK, Mich. (FOX 2) - Campaign season is in full swing, and controversies involving candidate signs are nothing new. Former Warren Mayor Jim Fouts is now running for the newly drawn 14th District seat in the Michigan House, against current State Representative Mike McFall – but his campaign signs have been getting removed.
Former Spartan triple jumper Tori Franklin to compete in 2024 Paris Olympics
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) -Former Michigan State(MSU) triple jumper Tori Franklin has high hopes for her chance in this year’s Paris Games. Franklin earned the bronze medal in her event at the U.S. Trials. In 2022, Franklin became the first American woman to medal in her event at the world...
2024 NCAAF Cheat Sheet: Michigan State Stats & Odds
The Michigan State Spartans fired Mel Tucker for inappropriate conduct in late September. The 52-year-old signed a 10-year contract worth $95 million after starting 8-0 with the Spartans in 2021. In his first season on the job, the Spartans knocked off the Michigan Wolverines, and he was seen as the savior of Michigan State football.
Familiar group of longtime Moneyball veterans still wowing area hoops fans
HOLT – For more than two decades, the Moneyball Pro-Am has grown into a summer stalwart in Greater Lansing, largely due to the participation of Michigan State players. But while getting a peek at — and interracting with — the Spartan athletes is the biggest draw for fans, there is also a sizable group of non-MSU players with strong local ties who have been longtime regular participants and have also played a big part in the event's...
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