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Pro-Palestinian activists plan events ahead of Democratic National Convention
Ahead of next week's Democratic National Convention in Chicago, a pro-Palestinian activist group demanding an Israeli cease-fire in Gaza and a U.S. arms embargo, on Tuesday announced rallies in Michigan and around the U.S. and unveiled plans for speakers to describe the human toll of the conflict. The Uncommitted National Movement, which grew out of efforts in southeastern Michigan's Arab American and Muslim communities to elect delegates to the convention who withheld their support of President Joe...
Dave LewAllen inducted into Michigan Broadcasting Hall of Fame
Distinguished journalist Dave LewAllen is adding another well-earned honor to his list of accolades. The longtime WXYZ-TV anchor will be inducted into the Michigan Broadcasting Hall of Fame in August.
Lawsuit alleging fraud filed to block Cornel West from Michigan’s presidential ballot
Following a complaint to the Michigan Board of State Canvassers at the end of July, a Bay City community activist has filed a lawsuit against Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson to block independent presidential candidate Cornel West from appearing on the November ballot. Rosa Holliday, a longtime civil rights and community activist previously requested […]
Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024: 5 things you need to know
MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) - Good morning mid-Michigan and happy Wednesday! Hope you have an amazing start to your day. Here are five stories to know before the day begins. 1. McLaren Health Care continuing to recover from the cyber attack this month, working to get back to full operation. Some patients are still unsure when it comes to their upcoming procedures and treatments. One patient said doctors found a mass and a cancerous lesion on his hip but he hasn’t been able to get a biopsy to determine treatment. McLaren reported Monday all their radiation therapy units at Karmanos Cancer Institute facilities are back to operational.
Bookstores are booming, and West Michigan sellers are seizing the moment
At least five locally owned as well as national chains have opened or plan new bookstores in greater Grand Rapids, as retailers lean into the area’s younger demographics, social media-driven reading trends, and lingering consumer demand from the COVID-19 pandemic. This year, two new independent bookstores in Grand Rapids...
MSU researchers develop low-cost sensors to help farmers irrigate more efficiently, manage diseases
EAST LANSING, Mich. — Unpredictable precipitation is one of the most challenging elements of being a farmer. Not enough moisture, and plant growth is hindered. Too much can saturate the soil while setting the stage for diseases to thrive. Recently, Michigan growers have experienced both extremes. Some of the...
Caution! There is a Big Meat Recall Here in Michigan!
If you are a lunch meat fan and you will be either packing lunch for you kids going back to school soon, or even yourself, you had better watch out because there is a big deli meat recall. Boar's Head, one of the most popular and trusted brands of deli...
Holy Sheetz! 4 New Sheetz Locations Coming to Michigan
We always hear about Buc-ees gas stations but you don't hear much about another great gas station with 4 new locations coming to Michigan. Buc-ees gas stations and convenience stores seem to get all the press when a new location opens even though there isn't one in Michigan. Another similar company often overlooked is opening 4 new locations in Michigan.
Michigan Woman Wins $1M on Instant Ticket Sold at Meijer Gas Station
A Michigan woman who has always believed she would win a large lottery jackpot has cashed in for $1 million on a ticket she bought at a Meijer gas station. The 40-year-old woman from Oakland County said she has always had this feeling that one day she and her husband would win big.
America’s Best: Miss Michigan Wins Miss USA Pageant
Since the earliest parts of time, women have been judged on their beauty as this is what would attract most men. Back then, times were much simpler as their purpose was to have children, take care of the family and home, and look beautiful for their husbands. Since then, some things have changed but judging women based on their beauty and other attractive attributes hasn't changed one bit.
Michigan travelers should beware of mosquito-borne illness outbreak
A mosquito-borne viral infection is on the rise among Michigan residents returning from travel. The state is aware of 12 confirmed cases of dengue within the state, according to a spokesperson for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
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