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As crisis rages, Michigan speeds up opioid spending in new budget
Michigan will spend $48 million from opioid settlement funds on addiction services next year. The appropriation in the budget approved Thursday represents a big increase from past spending. One Michigander dies every four hours from an opioid-related overdose. Michigan lawmakers have approved $48.2 million to fight the opioid epidemic, more...
Climb 94 steps to the top of Michigan’s oldest lighthouse for a stunning view
PORT HURON, MI - Ninety-four steps. Eighty-six feet off the ground. Nearly 200 years of history. Welcome to the Fort Gratiot Light Station, Michigan’s oldest lighthouse located in the heart of Port Huron. In a state featuring the most lighthouses out of any other in the U.S., Fort Gratiot...
Guide to Summer Special: WATCH NOW
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Guide to Summer! Whether you're planning a quick getaway or looking for fun activities around Flint and Saginaw, we've got you covered. We’ll also share family-friendly tips for your next trip to beautiful Traverse City and dive into some fantastic summer home improvement projects.
Car crashes into pole, knocking out power to dozens in Saginaw
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Some Consumer’s Energy customers are without power after a car crashed into a utility pole around midnight on Thursday, June 27. People who live nearby told TV5 an SUV struck a utility pole on Davenport Avenue near Taft Street. The car continued for a block,...
EGLE tours SVRC Marketplace after helping redevelop it
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) – The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy’s (EGLE) Brownfield program is highlighting the importance of revitalizing blighted sites to strengthen communities and create jobs. Wednesday, June 26, was a day to acknowledge what investment and redevelopment can do as EGLE toured the...
The Saginaw area properties: What $500K purchases today
Prospective homebuyers considering the real estate market had a range of options in various neighborhoods throughout the region between June 17 and June 23. In this article, we outline recent property sales in the Saginaw area, all of which featured homes under $500,000. Below, we provide an overview of the...
Beautiful Thursday ahead, no humidity
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Although we dealt with fog this morning and the humidity and rain stuck around, things have improved quite a bit this afternoon!. Skies are starting to open up and dew points are dropping as we approach 6 PM. And it appears we’ll keep these beautiful conditions going into Thursday, though temperatures will be a bit cooler than our Wednesday afternoon. Quiet weather should continue into Friday too, which should provide a nice break!
Regional Honor Guard Enhances Police Academy Graduation Ceremony with White Settlement and Saginaw PD Joint Effort
In a display of interdepartmental camaraderie and celebration, the recent police academy graduation ceremony was graced with the presence of the regional Honor Guard. The commendable team-up featured WSPD Corporal Brandon Tibbit and Detective Geovany Ramirez, who, along with officers from the Saginaw Police Department in Texas, carried out the distinguished task of presenting the Colors during the occasion. According to the White Settlement Police Department, the combined effort was hailed as a "Great job by the joint team!"
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Saginaw Police looking for theft suspect
SAGINAW, Mich.— Authorities are asking for any information regarding a theft incident at a gas station. Saginaw Police is looking for a "mysterious citizen" who enjoyed a "nicotine feast" at a local gas station. Authorities believe the individual stole four cartons of Newports. If you have any information about...
Miss Work Due to Tuesday’s Storms? Ellen Bacca Has You Covered
Tuesday morning, severe storms ripped through West Michigan leaving over 140,000 people without power and knocking down trees and power lines throughout the area. The morning commute was dicey with trees down across streets, power lines everywhere, and traffic lights out. So, it seems, many opted to stay home or go in late on Tuesday to clean up the mess that was left in the wake of the storm.
Will Michigan Taxpayer Dollars go Toward Making Movies?
Last year, Michigan's House and Senate saw the introduction of a significant proposal known as the Multimedia Jobs Act. These bills, which have gained attention through social media platforms like TikTok (yes, really), aim to use state tax incentives to boost Michigan's media production industry. Former Mid-Michigan Now anchor and...
Centuries-Old Brass Ring Uncovered at Historic Michigan Fort
Many treasures have been unearthed on Michigan's Mackinac Island over the years. An 18th century brass ring discovered this week is being called a "nice find". Every summer since 1959, an archaeological team has been working at Colonial Michilimackinac, an 18th century reconstructed fort and fur trading village located just west of the Mackinac Bridge.
New Speeding Tickets Coming to Michigan and Not From an Officer!
Smile because soon you may soon be on Candid Camera, or rather Candid Speeding Camera here in Michigan!. It looks as if new legislation that would allow the use of traffic cameras in construction zones has gained a lot of traction and is close to becoming the law here in Michigan.
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