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Black River Lake drained after dam failure in western U.P.; here’s what happened.
ERWIN TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJMN) — A lake in the western U.P. has been drained after the discovery of a partial dam failure and extremely low water levels, according to the Department of Natural Resources. “The river has been completely returned to its natural flow,” said DNR spokesperson Dave Caroffino. The agency had been getting reports […]
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer appoints 2 women to judicial posts in Eaton County
CHARLOTTE — A resignation and two political appointments have shuffled the makeup of Eaton County's district and circuit court benches. Less than a week after appointing former Eaton County District Court Judge Kelly Morton to the seat held by Eaton County Circuit Judge John Maurer, who retired after about eight years on the bench, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Wednesday appointed Adrianne Van Langevelde to serve Morton's unexpired district court term. ...
Whitmer attends White House meeting after denying 'replacement' rumors
(The Center Square) – After denying any interest in replacing President Joe Biden for the Democratic nomination this fall, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joined a team of fellow Democratic governors at a White House meeting Wednesday. It’s currently unknown what the meeting entailed, but Biden was also scheduled to have lunch with Vice President Kamala Harris. Whitmer said on social media Monday the president can still be reelected in her state, following rumors of her doubting his chances after last week’s debate. ...
Why water temperatures on Lake Michigan dropped nearly 20 degrees this week
In less than two days, water temperatures on West Michigan beaches dropped nearly 20 degrees this week — a common oceanographic phenomenon referred to as upwelling — before rising again.
Q&A: Michigan Teacher of the Year fears ‘mass exodus’ of instructors
Kelley Cusmano is Michigan’s 2024 Teacher of the Year. The Rochester High School English teacher said the pressure placed on educators today leads too many good teachers to leave the profession. She hopes to advocate for teacher retention. Kelley Cusmano says she’s always had the heart of a teacher....
Microdosing edibles recalled after 48 illnesses, 1 possible death
Health officials are alerting Michigan residents that a brand of microdosing edibles has been recalled after dozens of people have gotten sick across the country and one death is under investigation. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration in coordination with Michigan health officials issued a recall of all Diamond Shruumz...
Indiana Michigan Power wins $17.3M rate hike as regulators ask utility to ‘do better’
Michigan regulators OK’d a $17.3 million electric rate increase for Indiana Michigan Power on Tuesday, July 2, while giving the power company an earful over how it handled the process of asking to up customers’ bills. The rate hike is roughly half what was requested by the utility,...
Michigan set to become 20th state outlawing ‘gay panic’ defense
LANSING, MI – It would no longer be legal to argue that someone’s sexual orientation justified assaulting them under a proposed law headed to the governor’s desk. If signed into law by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a person charged with a violent crime couldn’t seek to reduce or evade criminal liability on claims that they lost control and reacted violently because of the victim’s sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
6 Michigan beaches closed, under advisories ahead of 4th of July holiday weekend
There are six Michigan beaches closed or under contamination advisories ahead of the Independence Day holiday weekend. If your Fourth of July celebrations include a beach trip, check this list of beaches closed or under contamination advisories for water quality that’s unsafe or questionable for human contact. Even if...
Almost 900,000 Michigan kids set to receive food assistance benefits this summer
LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is offering a brand new food assistance program this summer aimed at giving children access to healthy food while school is out. The first-time Michigan Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program will provide $120 per child in...
92-year-old Michigan man wins more than $430k lottery jackpot
LANSING, Mich. - A Lansing man has won the $434,105 Lucky 7s Fast Cash progressive jackpot!. The 92-year-old player, who chose to remain anonymous, bought his winning ticket June 25 at the Sunoco gas station, located at 645 Migaldi Lane in Lansing. “I had my eye on the Fast Cash...
Rise sign former Miss Michigan Volleyball, Greek League MVP for 2025 PVF season
GRAND RAPIDS -- The reigning runners-up in the inaugural Pro Volleyball Federation season have bolstered their lineup with some talented offensive weapons. Earlier this week, the Grand Rapids Rise announced they had signed outside hitter Carli Snyder and opposite hitter Sherridan Atkinson to the roster for the 2025 season. Get...
Law firm: Michigan's 'most dangerous' intersections are mostly in metro Detroit
Michigan Auto Law in Farmington Hills compiles an annual list of the most dangerous intersections in the state based upon findings from Michigan State Police official data. The law firm says Eleven Mile Road/I-696 at Van Dyke Avenue is the most dangerous intersection in Michigan, with 218 crashes and 52 injuries. Crashes increased 69.9% over the last five years, from 129 in 2019 to 218 in 2023.
Woman tucks kitten under her coat, walks out of Michigan humane society
LANSING, MI – A woman was caught on camera tucking kitten under her coat and leaving a Michigan humane society this week, WILX reports. Surveillance video at the Capital Area Humane Society shows a woman forcing open a locked kitten cage, tucking a kitten under her coat and leaving the building on Monday afternoon, the report said.
WARNING: Deadly Disease From Bug Bites Now Confirmed In Michigan
There are plenty of reasons Michigan residents enjoy summertime in Michigan. One of those reasons is the warmer weather that allows us to enjoy more of our favorite outdoor activities. But state officials are now warning residents to take caution outdoors as a deadly disease spread through bug bites has been confirmed in Michigan.
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