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Bridge Michigan is hiring an Outdoors Life Reporter. Come join us
Bridge Michigan is growing again, launching the search for an Outdoors Life Reporter to join our Environment Watch team and connect with readers in new and unique ways. The newly created reporting position is expected to focus on Michigan’s incredible outdoors, from boating, beaches and snowshoeing to morel hunting, stargazing and fishing.
Pharmacist pleads no contest to involuntary manslaughter in Michigan deaths from meningitis outbreak
A Massachusetts pharmacist pleaded no contest Thursday to involuntary manslaughter in the deaths of 11 people in Michigan, all victims of tainted steroids that caused a national meningitis outbreak in 2012. Glenn Chin, 56, will get a 7 1/2-year prison sentence in October. He will benefit by receiving credit for...
Trump’s Howell event was a ‘blatant’ violation of Michigan campaign law, Dem lawyer says
Former President Donald Trump speaks at "Crime and Safety" press conference held in Howell. Aug. 20, 2024. Photo by Jon King. An event Tuesday labeled as a press conference by former President Donald Trump was instead a “blatant” violation of state election law, which ironically also featured a former state legislator who helped pass the law making it illegal.
Michigan’s ‘Fair and Reasonable’ Reforms Allowed Car Insurers to Charge More in Black Neighborhoods
Alana, a retired preschool teacher on a fixed income, gave up driving because of how expensive it was to insure her car. Insurance, she recalled, cost more than her monthly auto payments. “I’ve turned down at least three good-paying jobs because I couldn’t get there,” she said. “I was so hurt. I went into a deep depression after that.”
Critter Chaos in Michigan: Fur and Feather Related Power Outages
Welcome to Michigan--a state known for its majestic freshwater Great Lakes, cherry blossoms, automotive innovation, and...squirrel-induced power outages. Yep, you read that right. Not a year goes by in the Mitten State that residents aren't plunged into darkness, without heat or air, cable TV, or internet because a critter decided to explore a power station.
Southwest Michigan Business Giving Away Free Furniture
It's that time of the year where all of the incoming freshmen are beginning to start their college years. They are jumping with joy and excitement as they are going dorm room shopping, meeting their roommates, and preparing to move away from their family and friends for a new phase in their life. On top of the freshmen joining campus, all over the sophomores and upperclassmen are returning to their second home.
Friday, Aug. 23, 2024: 5 things you need to know
MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) - We made it to a Friday morning! Good morning, mid-Michigan, we hope the week has been good to you. If you’re with us this morning, check these five stories to know. 1. Seven Michigan State Police troopers filing 14 lawsuits against the police agency. They claim...
A Ranch Dressing Spill Causes The Most Michigan Road Closure Possible
If there's one thing Michiganders love, it's ranch dressing. Some people put that special condiment on everything. Salad, pizza, chicken wings, french fries, heck, I bet people would go swimming in the stuff if they had the chance. Ranch is one of the food's best friends. Apparently, asphalt and Ranch have begun speaking too. Confused? I bet.
Study Says Michigan Believes Its Teachers Are Woefully Underpaid
Many people agree that teachers are one of the most underpaid positions in the entire workforce. Oftentimes they work well over 40 hours, pay out of pocket for classroom supplies, and handle 15-25 children per day. If you know a teacher, you know it's exhaustive work. Unfortunately, in most situations,...
Maggie’s Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan helps children dealing with hair loss
DETROIT – Hair loss is a sensitive topic for people, but it’s significantly harder for children. Maggie Varney is on a mission to restore hair and confidence. On Tuesday (Aug. 20), Varney showed Local 4 the hair restoration process for boys and girls. “There’s no place like this...
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