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Dunesville and Tamarack music festivals: Raring to fire up Lower Peninsula this weekend
The celebration of Michigan music will stretch from Morley to Interlochen starting Friday, with two cozy festivals that revel in the spirit of the Great Lakes State. The previews at Local Spins. SCROLL DOWN FOR FESTIVAL ESSENTIALS AND TICKET LINKS. One festival revels in the splendor of northern Michigan and...
Three Suspects Charged After Alleged Assault on Memphis Officer and High-Speed Chase
Following a tense confrontation with law enforcement, three men face multiple charges for their alleged involvement in firing a shot at a Memphis Police officer and other criminal activities. The individuals, identified as 18-year-old Antonio Bland, 19-year-old Tyreone Flemmons, and 21-year-old Timothy Turner, were charged after a series of events that started with a vehicle pursuit and escalated to an exchange of gunfire, as reported by WREG.com.
Macomb County authorities warn against dangerous 'car surfing' trend, after child suffers skull fracture and brain bleed
Macomb County authorities are out with a warning about an “incredibly dangerous” new social media challenge that could be deadly for the young people who take part.
Sanilac County Sheriff’s Office mourns retired former Sheriff Virgil Strickler
It is with deep sadness that the Sanilac County Sheriff’s Office announces the passing of esteemed retired Sheriff Virgil Strickler on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Sheriff Strickler started his law enforcement career in 1971 in the City of Sandusky following a tour in the United States Air Force of which he would also complete a tour in Vietnam. Sheriff Strickler dedicated 20 years of service to the Sanilac County Sheriff’s Office, leading with integrity, courage, and a steadfast commitment to the community.
Missing Sanilac County woman found safe after 24 hours
SANILAC COUNTY, Mich. (WJRT) - The search for a missing 74-year-old woman with Alzheimer's disease reached a happy ending in the village of Forestville Monday. Family members reported that Sharron Perkins was last seen walking away from her residence around 10 a.m. Sunday. Several police and fire crews from the Thumb region responded to launch a search Sunday.
Macomb County Prosecutor's Office using text messages, AI videos to reach crime victims
Text message reminders and the use of artificial intelligence is becoming more common in all types of workplaces, and the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office is jumping in — to help victims of crime. The office announced it is starting to use text messages to send court hearing reminders, complete...
Lapeer grad and Grand Blanc captain signs with USPHL’s Metro Jets
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - A local athlete is heading to the next level. Lapeer grad and Grand Blanc varsity hockey captain Aidan RaCosta has officially signed with the USPHL Metro Jets. He becomes the fourth player from the Bobcats hockey team last season to continuing competing in hockey past high...
Racist rally stirs up community
HOWELL, Mich. (WLNS) – A “White Lives Matter” rally in Howell on Saturday has people defending their city, saying that’s not what they stand for. The city said a group of a dozen people with their faces covered, holding white supremacist signs, chanting “Heil Hitler”, walked down Grand River Avenue. 6 News spoke with people […]
Julian Menser of South Lyon, Catholic Central wins Michigan Publinx State Match Play Championship
ROCHESTER – Julian Menser’s good golf summer just ramped up another notch. The 18-year-old South Lyon native and Detroit Catholic Central graduate won the Michigan Publinx State Match Play Championship with a 2 and 1 victory in the final match over Anthony Sorentino of Shelby Township Monday at Twin Lakes Golf & Swim Club.
Small Detroit landlords want more resources for repairs
Detroit landlords say a plan to overhaul the city’s rental ordinance is a step in the right direction, but stressed property owners need more resources to make repairs. City officials joined with some landlords on Monday to tout benefits of the new proposal to ramp up the quality of housing in Detroit, where just 10% of rentals are in compliance.
Suspect accused of killing Melvindale officer Mohamed Said in custody
MELVINDALE, Mich. (FOX 2) - While on duty on Sunday, Melvindale police officer Mohamed Said was fatally shot. He was 23-year-old. "We as a community will always honor the sacrifice he made, protecting and serving our residents with unwavering courage and commitment to Melvindale," said the city's mayor, Nicole Shkira, during a press conference on Monday.
Jordon Banfield Named CSUB Baseball Head Coach with Impressive Coaching Record
Jordon Banfield has been appointed as the fourth Head Coach of CSUB Baseball after a thorough national search involving candidates from various baseball coaching backgrounds. Banfield led Oakland University to a 13-win improvement in his first season and was named the 2022 Horizon League Coach of the Year. Under Banfield,...
New NBC Drama Will Be Set In Grosse Pointe: Details
Michigan is heading to the television spotlight once again. Following in the footsteps of such shows as Martin, Home Improvement, 8 Simple Rules, and most recently American Auto, a new show is heading our way set to have roots in the state. NBC is set to captivate audiences with a...
Richmond Lions help clean aircraft displays at Selfridge museum
Nine volunteers from the Richmond Lions Club finished up their cleaning of a Korean War-era North American F-86A aircraft earlier this month at the Selfridge Military Air Museum at Selfridge Air National Guard Base. This is the 17th year that the club has participated in the museum’s Adopt-A-Plane program.
‘We love Hitler. We love Trump.’: White supremacists march through Howell
White supremacist protestors march through downtown Howell. July 21, 2024. Picture courtesy of Livingston Diversity Council. About a dozen masked white supremacists marched through downtown Howell on Saturday, chanting “Heil Hitler” and carrying signs with messages like “White Lives Matter” and “End the War on White Children.”
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