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Flint Fire Department ambulances could be making runs by mid-August
FLINT, MI -- Flint Fire Department ambulances could begin making hospital transports in a matter of weeks, reinstating a service that hasn’t been provided in more than 20 years. Fire Chief Theron Wiggins gave the estimate to the City Council last week, and Mayor Sheldon Neeley said on Friday,...
International coalition pushes for action on Line 5 during Kalamazoo River spill anniversary
Fourteen years after Enbridge’s Line 6B pipeline ruptured, spilling up to a million gallons of tar-sands crude oil into a Kalamazoo River tributary, environmental advocates continue to speak out against Enbridge’s pipelines, calling for a shutdown of the company’s controversial Line 5. At six gatherings on Thursday in Michigan, Wisconsin and Canada, members of the […]
The Internet Is Just Now Discovering What is Odd About Interstate 69 in Michigan
Interstate 69 is one of 4 major interstate routes that cross Michigan along with I-75, I-94 and I-96. Interstate does something odd in Michigan and it's something that is exceedingly rare across the entire interstate system. I-69 changes direction. North-south interstates have odd numbers and for a great deal of...
NAN Michigan and United Six+ Announce Victory in Federal Racism Lawsuit Against UEC
A crucial moment in the fight for civil rights unfolded in Michigan as the National Action Network (NAN) Michigan Chapter, led by Rev. Charles Williams II, joined forces with the plaintiffs known as the United Six+ to announce a significant development in their federal racism lawsuit against United Electrical Contractors (UEC). On July 17, at the US Eastern District Courthouse in Detroit and later at Packard Row in Ann Arbor, they revealed UEC’s admission of liability, marking a pivotal step forward in addressing and rectifying workplace racism.
Lansing trio arrested in Livingston County after high-speed chase in stolen vehicle
HOWELL — A Lansing trio was arrested after a high-speed chase early Saturday morning through Livingston County in a stolen vehicle. Deputies with Livingston County Sheriff’s Office said in a release they saw a Dodge Challenger reported stolen out of Grand Rapids on eastbound Interstate 96, near M-59, at about 7:30 a.m. during their normal patrols. ...
Bay County Red on right path once again in Pony League North Zone
BAY CITY, MI – Bay County loves its Red, White and Blue. But for the past 11 seasons, it’s been the boys in Red who drew the championship cheers. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Local veteran receives last wish to get a tattoo designed by her daughter
SAGINAW, Mich.— 47 year-old Beth Bedore was told by doctors she did not have much time left to live after she was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's Disease or more commonly known as ALS. One item on her bucket list was to get another tattoo and thanks to generous offer...
Florida Pro Keith Carson Leads After Day 1 at Tackle Warehouse Invitational Stop 6 at Detroit River Presented by B&W Trailer Hitches
DETROIT (July 26, 2024) – With most of the contenders (but not all) making the trek to Lake St. Clair on Day 1 of Stop 6 Presented by B&W Trailer Hitches at the Detroit River, the standings are packed tight as you’d expect in a smallmouth event. Leading the way, pro Keith Carson of DeBary, Florida, tallied 22 pounds, 15 ounces, and pro Alec Morrison of Peru, New York, is an ounce back with 22-14. Behind the leaders, Jon Canada, Jacob Wheeler and Jesse Wiggins all weighed more than 22 pounds, which has set the stage for a fantastic weekend of action.
Detroit man, 21, drowns at Kensington Lake; 10th drowning in Oakland County this year
MILFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. (FOX 2) - For the 10th time this year, and the fourth time since July 6, a person has drowned in an Oakland County lake. Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard called today's drowning a tragic accident that has become too frequent. At about 6 p.m. today a...
Skubal leads Tigers to 7-2 win over Twins in final start before the trade deadline
DETROIT (AP) — Tarik Skubal gave up five hits and two runs in seven strong innings in his last start before the trade deadline and the Detroit Tigers rallied to beat the Minnesota Twins 7-2 on Saturday night. Javier Báez homered for the third straight game and Colt Keith had a home run and a triple for three RBIs. Báez had only homered once this season before his current streak and three of his four home runs this year have come against the Twins. Skubal (12-3) allowed three hits, including a two-run homer, in the first inning, but held the Twins to two singles over the next six. He struck out eight and walked two. “It was a bloop and a blast, and that happens in this game,” he said. “My command was really bad for the first 2-3 innings, but I kept attacking guys, knowing I would eventually find it. That’s what happened.”
Lions add veteran LB in series of roster moves
Even on a Saturday, the Detroit Lions were busy on the NFL’s transaction wire. The Lions added a veteran linebacker among a flurry of roster moves after the fourth training camp session. The Lions added Malik Jefferson, a linebacker who played for the Dallas Cowboys in 2023. Detroit is Jefferson’s sixth team in as many NFL seasons since being selected in the third round of the 2018 NFL Draft by the Cincinnati Bengals. The 27-year-old Jefferson has played in 39 career games but appeared almost exclusively on special teams. The Lions created room on the roster by placing kicker Michael Badgley on...
Detroit Lions Day 4 training camp observations, Hendon Hooker might be in trouble
Day four of Detroit Lions training camp is in the books and there was a lot to take in. Here's the biggest takeaways from Saturday's training camp that featured fans back in the stands. The Lions are definitely ready to get the pads on this coming Monday. There were multiples skirmishes ...
Tigers top prospect Max Clark's magical night gives Detroit fans more hope
Detroit Tigers prospect Max Clark has only played in a handful of games with High-A West Michigan, but that's all he needed to make a significant impact. The 19-year-old did it all in West Michigan's 5-4 win over the Lansing Lugnuts Thursday; he made a diving catch, racked up three hits, knocked in four runs, tied the game on a two-run triple and scored the winning run on a walk-off balk.
Detroit Tigers MLB trade deadline open thread
The Trade Deadline is the last point during the season at which players can be traded from one club to another, according to MLB.com. The 2024 Trade Deadline falls on July 30 at 6 p.m. ET. Before 2019, July 31 was referred to as the non-waiver Trade Deadline and players...
Making the Detroit Lions roster just got a lot harder if you're a depth guy
In the past if you were a depth guy looking to make the Detroit Lions roster, special teams alone might be your ticket to making the roster. That's no longer the case now. Now you have to be much more than that according to Lions' special teams coach Dave Fipp. "I tell the players in the old ...
“We know he was with us” Police replace child’s stolen bike, give one to all his siblings, in memory of fallen Melvindale officer
Michigan State Police and other law enforcement agencies are honoring the memory of Melvindale Police officer, Mohamed Said, while brightening a child’s day. The accused killer of Corproal Said stole the child’s bike.
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