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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...
Michigan Native’s Unique National Anthem Overshadows Home Run Derby
The Home Run Derby is one of the most exciting events in all of sports, its comparable to the 3-point shootout, the dunk contest, hockey shootout, penalty kicks, and other all-star/ skill competitions that take place in sports. Both die-hard and casual baseball fans turn their heads and give their undivided attention to the MLB Home Run Derby and celebrate all of the moonshot mania that occurs. I would say this year's Derby was no different but that couldn't be farther from the truth.
Michigan elections FAQ: Does new recount law bar fraud investigations?
A reader asks Bridge how they can challenge election results after recent recount reforms. Fraud can still be reported to law enforcement officials, but canvassers can no longer investigate on their own. Voter fraud is ‘extremely rare and isolated’ in Michigan, but perpetrators are caught and prosecuted, state says...
Michigan police find homemade bomb in man's car during traffic stop
WYANDOTTE, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - Police arrested two men on Wednesday after finding a homemade bomb inside his car during a traffic stop in Wyandotte.At about 10:40 p.m., two officers stopped a vehicle. The officers noticed "inconsistencies" while talking to the two men inside the vehicle, according to Wyandotte police. During the investigation, police discovered a homemade bomb containing shrapnel."This type of explosive device is designed to do one thing-kill or injure people. Shrapnel is designed to increase the lethality of the device; therefore, it can be safely assumed that their intent was malicious. However, this device will never hurt anyone due to the outstanding policework by Officer Tyler Groat, Officer Rasmussen, and Officer Saltsman," police said in a social media post.The two men were arrested for possession of an explosive device, possession of dangerous drugs and possession of cocaine.
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...
Changes To ACT Test For Michigan High Schoolers Coming In 2025
I remember being in elementary and middle school preparing for the ACT that I would have to take in my junior year of high school. My classmates and I were told that the skills we were learning from 3rd-10th grade would accurately prepare our brains for one of the most important tests of our lives. Well, they couldn't be more wrong since the state of Michigan switched to the SAT during my sophomore year of high school.
Michigan weekend forecast: Mild temps, slight chances for rain
A beautiful weekend of weather is in store for much of Michigan, with mild temperatures and mostly dry and sunny conditions. Starting with Friday, mostly sunny skies are expected for all of Lower Michigan and much of the Upper Peninsula. Fair-weather cumulus clouds will likely develop inland from the lakes but will not amount to much. Western portions of the Upper Peninsula may see slightly more in the way of cloud cover, but still a pleasant day, nonetheless. Everyone will stay dry.
Public can support three Downriver area finalists in ‘I Voted’ sticker contest
Voting in an election is rewarding in itself for most, but getting that sticker that shows all you have voted seems to add a little something extra to carrying out the civic duty. The Michigan Bureau of Elections hosted a contest challenging all elementary and middle school students, high school...
Man with dementia stabs wife, grandson and himself in Sterling Heights
STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. (FOX 2) - A 74-year-old man with dementia attacked his wife with a knife after he was awoken by her, according to police. When his grandson interfered, the suspect stabbed him and then later turned the knife on himself. The attack took place around 7:20 p.m. Thursday,...
Trump campaign sues Gretchen Whitmer to block Michigan veteran voter registration sites
Donald Trump’s presidential campaign has filed a lawsuit against Michigan officials, including Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, to block a directive to designate Veterans Affairs offices and other public facilities as voter registration sites. Per the lawsuit, filed Monday, the Trump campaign seeks a "permanent injunction barring the state … from...
Don Was and company to celebrate 'Peace, Love & Understanding' at Concert of Colors revue
For nearly two decades, the Don Was Detroit All-Star Revue has been a Concert of Colors fixture — a celebratory night of Motor City music featuring a cast of homegrown performers. But this Sunday, the revue is taking a twist: While Detroit musicians still fill the bill, the theme...
4th of July Fireworks as Seen from the Rooftop of an Abandoned Detroit Warehouse
This past 4th of July, a group of kids from Detroit entered an abandoned warehouse in Detroit with a load of commercial fireworks in tow. They went up the stairs and onto the rooftop to have their own fireworks display. What they also got was a great view of Detroit’s Independence Day fireworks program.
Tigers 2025 MLB Schedule: Detroit on road for Opening Day against recently bested foe
Out of the blue on Thursday afternoon, MLB released all 30 teams' 2025 schedules. With it came the announcement of two new marquee events: the Dodgers and Cubs will head to Tokyo to open the season overseas, and Rivalry Weekend in May will see (mostly) interleague and divisional matchups play out. Stateside Opening Day will take place on March 27, and the season will conclude on Sept. 28.
When will Gordie Howe International Bridge project be done? See timeline of progress
One of the most impactful engineering and construction projects going on in the world right now continues to move on. The Gordie Howe International Bridge is a $4.5 billion project named after the legendary hockey player that will provide a passageway for travelers between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario. It will...
The Skillman Foundation names Sarida Scott as Vice President, Program
Today we announce the hiring of Sarida Scott as Vice President, Program. In this role, Scott will provide both strategic and operational leadership to the Foundation’s program team, guiding and implementing grantmaking totaling more than $20 million annually in alignment with the organization’s mission, values, and newly launched People Powered Education strategy.
A Real Fight For Stay Again! Michigan Diners React to Sudden Shutdowns of Local Restaurant Chain
‘A family fight over the business,’ according to reports, has led to the sudden closure of several locations of a restaurant chain in Michigan. After 52 locations closed, Lefty’s Famous Cheesesteaks, Hoagies & Grill is down to 20 locations nationwide. The first restaurant in this fast food franchise...
3 Tarik Skubal trade packages the Tigers can't possibly turn down
The Detroit Tigers got off to a strong start but saw their play tail off as the first half progressed, ending it with a 47-50 record. They're 12.0 games behind the first-place Guardians in the AL Central, and are 7.0 games back of the third Wild Card spot. Barring a dramatic turnaround immediately once the second half begins, Detroit will be selling at this season's trade deadline.
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