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The Metro: Jazz concert at the Aretha to pay tribute to Ed Love
Back in 2020, during the height of the pandemic, longtime radio broadcaster Ed Love was honored with the Spirit of Detroit award for 60 years of service for jazz in Detroit. In 2021, The Michigan Association of Broadcasters also honored Love with the 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award for an outstanding career in broadcasting.
Nonprofit connects young musicians with professionals in Northwest Detroit
DETROIT – Spotlight Park in Northwest Detroit will host free music on Fridays until July 27. The Music in the Park series allows neighborhood kids to hear and learn from world-class musicians. “A lot of people in the community might never go to Orchestra Hall,” said Daniel A. Washington,...
Tigers rocket up MLB broadcaster rankings thanks to 'wonderful' Jason Benetti
The fans have spoken, the Detroit Tigers have the most-improved broadcast team in Major League Baseball. Awful Announcing, a news source focused on the sports media industry, released its annual local broadcaster rankings for MLB on Monday. More than 13,000 votes were cast, with fans and readers weighing in on...
Taylor Imposes Stage 3 Water Restrictions Amid Pump Failures at Lake Granger
Residents of the City of Taylor are grappling with new Stage 3 water restrictions, a move prompted by pump failures at Lake Granger, as reported by CBS Austin. The Brazos River Authority is now enforcing the limitations due to an electrical mishap that took down multiple pumps. While one was swiftly reactivated, the rest remain out of commission, putting a strain on the city's water capabilities.
Genesee County sheriff challenged by newcomer in August election
GENESEE COUNTY, MI – Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson will be challenged by newcomer Jeff Salzeider for sheriff in the August 2024 primary election. Both candidates are vying to be elected to a four-year term as Genesee County Sheriff in the Aug. 6 primary. Swanson, the popular Genesee County...
One person killed after motorcycle crash in Flint
FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - A 41-year-old man is dead after a crash happened in the City of Flint on Wednesday night, July 17. Flint police said it happened at 9:42 p.m. on South Saginaw Street and East Atherton Road. The investigation revealed that a black Honda VT1300R motorcycle was traveling...
Tickets for high-demand North Pole Express ride on sale July 25: What to know
Twenty years ago, Tom Hanks' conductor told the little boy boarding the Polar Express this: “One thing about trains: It doesn’t matter where you’re going. What matters is deciding to get on.” ...
BEWARE-Dangerous Viral Disease Now Confirmed In More MI Counties
While many Michigan residents enjoy more outdoor activities with the summer weather, there are some summertime illnesses to be concerned about such as those associated with heat or swimming. There is one concerning viral disease now being detected in more Michigan counties that could cause serious illness or death to people and pets.
Michigan Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Stealing Mperks Data From Meijer Customers
A 22-year-old West Michigan man has pleaded guilty and could spend 20 years in prison for a massive mPerks theft scheme targeting Meijer customers last year. Nicholas Mui of Grand Haven will also give up $630,000 in cash and cryptocurrency and surrender his computer. mPerks Scheme Costs Meijer More Than...
Money Tight? No State’s Worse For That Than Michigan
If you're in Michigan and struggling to make ends meet, know that you're not alone. A new study finds that Michigan leads the nation with the greatest percentage of people in financial distress. The personal finance website WalletHub recently dug into the data to determine the "States with the Most...
'Let's Go Blue' chant breaks out during JD Vance speech at Republican National Convention
Amid the political divide between parties, the Republican National Convention had a little sports divide, too, Wednesday night in Milwaukee. During his acceptance speech for the Republican nomination for Vice President of the United States, U.S. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio fueled the historic Michigan-Ohio State rivalry. ...
Michigan State Police Reopen Decades-Old Cold Case of The Disappearance of Cassandra Durham
The Michigan State Police announced this week that they are reopening the decades-long missing person cold case of Cassandra Durham. Cassandra has been missing since August 1987. According to officials and the FBI's official missing persons website, she and her boyfriend, identified only as having the initials "E.B." were traveling...
Flint Gears Up for 50th Anniversary of the World’s largest 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
Flint, renowned as a basketball mecca, will host the 50th anniversary of the world's largest 3-on-3 tournament, marking a monumental occasion. The Salvation Army LIFE Center eagerly anticipates its inaugural hosting, drawing teams, spectators, players, and partners from across the globe to celebrate this milestone on the Gus Macker World Tour.
CMU and FSU GEAR UP take 50 students on an Upper Peninsula college tour
FLINT, Michigan — Last month, Central Michigan University (CMU) and Ferris State University’s (FSU) GEAR UP programs took 50 students from the International Academy of Flint, Flint Southwestern, Baldwin, Muskegon, Muskegon Heights, and Morley-Stanwood on a whirlwind trip across Michigan’s upper peninsula. From Monday, June 24, through...
Vote for Your Favorite State Police Cruiser Photo
The Michigan State Police are trying to claim the title of best looking state police cruiser. The annual competition sees cruisers from state police agencies across the country trying to outdo each other in a photo contest. This year, the Michigan State Police cruiser, affectionately known as the Blue Goose, is shown in a photo parked in front of the entrance to the Electric Forest Musci festival in Rothbury on the west side of the state. The 13 states voted to have the best looking cruisers will have the photos added to the 2025 American Association of State Troopers wall calendar.
Ally Challenge presented by McLaren, One Month Away
Warwick Hills Golf and Country Club, Grand Blanc, MI — July 17, 2024. Tournament officials have announced that The Ally Challenge, presented by McLaren, has accepted the commitment of major champion Vijay Singh to defend his title the week of August 19-25 at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club in Grand Blanc, Mich.
ALERT-Produce Sold In MI, IN, And OH May Contain Deadly Bacteria
Making sure we eat enough healthy foods is a top priority for ourselves and our families. And that's why many of us buy plenty of fruits and vegetables. However, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio residents are urged to check refrigerators for this recalled produce sold at stores in these states as it could contain deadly bacteria.
Why is Michigan such a politically competitive state? Experts explain
(CBS DETROIT) — Michigan has already seen both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump during their 2024 presidential campaigns, and the state will see them again before the voters choose a winner. Campaign experts tell CBS News Detroit that the reason the state sees so much political activity is simple."Michigan is an important place in presidential politics because we are a 50-50 state. We are incredibly competitive electorally," said David Dulio, a political science professor at Oakland University. Dulio said Michigan's competitiveness is a combination of diversities: geographically, demographically and population. "You couldn't get more different in terms of political viewpoints,"...
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