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Hospitality training program pays $500 for passing
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — If you have an interest in the hospitality industry or already work in the industry, the state is offering free training and certifications that would normally cost you $2,500. Through the state budget, the Hospitality Training Institute of Michigan is offering this “Step Up” program...
Michigan’s ‘extremely lax’ mobile home law could get first overhaul since 1987
Holly Hook told lawmakers earlier this year she feels trapped by rising rents. While testifying before the Housing and Human Services Committee in February, Hook said her lot rent at a Swartz Creek mobile home park has more than doubled in the past six years. It jumped 25% after the park was purchased by new owners in 2018, she said, and has ticked up at least 10% every year since then.
Puppies found in Flint home set for demolition, saved by quick action
FLINT, Mich. - A contractor working for the Genesee County Land Bank was getting ready to start demolition on a home on Flint’s Northside last week when they discovered something inside the home. It forced them to stop all operations, what they found inside might surprise you. “They heard...
Saginaw native helps bring first Latino fraternity to Ferris State University
A recent Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central graduate is bringing the first Latino fraternity to his university. Saginaw native helps bring first Latino fraternity to Ferris State University. D'Angelo Olvera and three of his classmates recently founded the first Hispanic fraternity at Ferris State University.
Michigan Men Sentenced for Stealing over $3,500 in Apple Watches from Fond du Lac Walmart
FOND DU LAC, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — Two Michigan men convicted of stealing thousands of dollars worth of Apple watches from a Fond du Lac Walmart were sentenced to prison Wednesday. Ricky Bell and Jaylon Autry pleaded no contest in April to robbery with use of force and retail theft...
Michigan Lawmakers Demand NWS Explain Lack of Alert Before Fatal Livonia Tornado
In the wake of a deadly tornado that ripped through Livonia on June 5, leaving a young boy dead and his mother injured, Michigan's congressional representatives are pressing for answers from the National Weather Service (NWS). The tornado, classified as an EF-1 with winds peaking at 95 mph, struck without warning, prompting questions about the effectiveness of existing weather alert systems. According to The Detroit News, U.S. Reps. Debbie Dingell, Rashida Tlaib, and Haley Stevens issued a letter to Richard Spinrad of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), seeking clarity on the lack of preemptive alert for the tornado that devastated parts of the state.
Detroit Tigers, Bally Sports: Craig Monroe is off TV broadcasts due to allegations
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers and Bally Sports Detroit confirmed the absence of Craig Monroe on television broadcasts is due to allegations that were made on social media. Monroe, the team’s primary television analyst alongside play-by-play voice Jason Benetti, hasn’t appeared on any broadcasts since the Tigers hosted the Milwaukee Brewers from June 7-9.
Western Michigan Sees Warmest Start to Year in 125 Years
Grand Rapids, MI – Western Michigan experienced one of its warmest start to the year in over 125 years, according to the US National Weather Service in Grand Rapids. The period from January to June 2024 recorded temperatures significantly above average, rivaling the warm start seen in 2012. According...
Brandon Inge's son, Tyler Inge, makes MHSBCA Division 2 all-state baseball team
Only one player local to the Hometown Life regional, Detroit Country Day senior Tyler Inge, the son of former Detroit Tigers player Brandon Inge, appeared on the Michigan High School Baseball Coaches Association Division 1 all-state team. Reminder: HTL covers teams in Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Canton, Commerce Twp., Farmington, Farmington...
Michigan lawmakers passed 'Taylor Swift' bills, others while stalling some proposals
When they adjourned for their summer break after passing a new state budget, Michigan lawmakers took last-minute action to advance a slew of policies while leaving other proposals untouched. The final week of the legislative session before the break provides clues about lawmakers' top priorities for the rest of the year with Democratic control of the state House on the line. ...
Kingston trio reaches three separate state finals
KINGSTON — Reaching the state finals in a sport is the goal for high school athletes. But reaching the state finals in three different sports may seem like a fantasy to many students. Three Kingston High School athletes, however, have lived that dream.
Fireworks shows offer plenty to choose from
It might be time for a fireworks tour, starting at 10 p.m. tonight at Heritage Park along the Cass River in Frankenmuth. Michigan’s Little Bavaria kicks off a series of fireworks displays in communities throughout the region, concluding with a trio of big shows on Saturday, including the Cass City Freedom Festival show at dusk.
A little bit of everything in the Wednesday forecast
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - With a weak low pressure system bringing a frontal passage for Wednesday’s forecast, we will find nearly a little bit of everything in the forecast. No severe weather is expected. A minor update has been made to the Independence Day forecast, and there is more on that below.
Driver gets max sentence for striking deputy
CARO – Peter T. O’Brien received the maximum sentence for driving drunk and striking a Tuscola County Sheriff’s Office deputy, seriously injuring the officer. Tuscola County District Judge Jason E. Bitzer sentenced O’Brien, 55, of Caro to 40 months to five years in prison for striking Deputy Thomas R. Peterson with O’Brien’s vehicle.
Chain of 465 bicyclists rolls across Thumb
Almost 500 cyclists traveled from Vassar to Marlette on Thursday as part of the Pedal Across Lower Michigan (PALM) Bike Tour. They camped outside Vassar’s Central Elementary School on Wednesday night and spent Friday night at Marlette Community Schools. The PALM Bike Tour started on June 22 in Norton...
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