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Michigan Cities Top the List of Least Relaxed in the U.S.
In honor of National Relaxation Day (Aug. 15), here’s a list of the cities considered the least relaxed in the U.S. We would have highlighted the cities ranked among the most relaxed, but unfortunately, not a single Michigan city made it into the top 40. LawnStarter analyzed the 500...
Rain update for Michigan: Slow today, possible severe storm round Friday
In the short term of today and Friday we have two periods of rain to track. Today’s rain will be slow to move in and not aggressively developing. Friday could have a different scenario with a line of strong thunderstorms at some point. Let’s get an update on these two rains.
Stempien endorses Operation Survivor Justice that benefited Branch County
LANSING — Attorney General Dana Nessel formally announced a $1 million grant program Wednesday with the U.S. Marshals Service to locate, apprehend, and return to Michigan fugitive offenders with outstanding sexual assault warrants. Branch County already benefitted with the June apprehension and extradition of Anthony Cuyler, 46, who was located in Mexico and is facing 2019 charges of sexual assault of two Union City minors. ...
Viral Michigan Judge Gives Man Jail Time For Telling Him to ‘Kiss My A–‘
You'll probably remember, a while back, the story of Corey Harris, and how he was popped with a short stint in jail for being behind the wheel during his virtual hearing... regarding his suspended license. Well, that whole story was a whirlwind of its own, but the viral judge at...
Extremely Contagious Viral Disease Spreading Rapidly, MI Impacted
As the summer season winds down in Michigan, the likelihood of spreading illness rises as we head back to school and head indoors with the cooler weather. Health officials are warning of a rise in a highly contagious disease that spreads quickly and is now affecting Michigan. Extremely Contagious Viral...
COVID is climbing in Michigan, but this summer surge is different
Twice last week, Michigan had 2% of its emergency department and urgent care visits result in a COVID-19 diagnosis. That might sound insignificant, but it was the first time the coronavirus was that present in local hospitals since mid-February. In fact, the state is one of 16 with at least a 10% week-over-week increase, according to CDC data.
Multi-county police chase leads to crash in Flint Township
FLINT TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJRT) - A police chase that started in Shiawassee County led to a multi-vehicle crash on Corunna Road in Flint Township on Wednesday. The chase involving a suspect wanted for several felony charges started before 4 p.m. in Shiawassee County, where the suspect allegedly rammed multiple patrol cars.
Video shows attempted abduction of 7-year-old girl from Macomb County park
STERLING HEIGHT, Mich. – Police have released video of the attempted abduction of a 7-year-old girl from Clinton River Park North. A 23-year-old man from Shelby Township is facing charges after he reportedly attempted to take the girl in broad daylight. The incident happened just before 2:30 p.m. Tuesday,...
How Much Cannabis Does Michigan Have To Consume To Fix All The Damn Roads?
When Governor Gretchen Whitmer was elected in the state of Michigan, one of her top priorities was to "Fix the Damn Roads." And by far, it seems like she's made the most progress by any one governor in many, many years. But fixing the roads are expensive, and the money had to come from somewhere.
Bad Cookie: New Recall Affecting Michigan Meijer Cookie Lovers
Oh no! The Cookie Monster may not like this announcement. Before you shop at Meijer, you may want to know about this recall!. New Recall Affecting Michigan Meijer Cookie Lovers. It is a tough day to love Meijer cookies. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Midwest retailer,...
Michigan company hit with $6.5M fine for asphalt industry bid rigging
Pontiac-based Asphalt Specialists LLC was sentenced to pay a criminal fine of $6.5 million for its role in conspiracies rig bids for asphalt paving services contracts in Michigan. Court documents revealed that the company pleaded guilty to its conduct on Jan. 30, 2024, as it participated in a separate conspiracy...
Michigan lieutenant governor visits UP State Fair
ESCANABA, Mich. (WLUC) - The U.P. State Fair recognized veterans and Native Americans during Thursday’s Honored Citizens Day. A ceremony was held to announce the U.P. Veteran of the Year and the Delta County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Lunch with the Governor. This year, Lt. Gov. Garlin...
First-ever radon course being offered by EGLE
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The state of Michigan is hosting a first-ever radon mitigation training next month for contractors. A certification training hosted by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) and Kansas State University’s National Radon Services will be at the Ramada Inn from Sept. 4 through Sept. 6.
Michigan Cities Largely Predicted to Grow in Next 50 Years Outpacing Much of America
We hope you're ready to gain some new neighbors. When asked to predict Michigan was largely seen as a region on the grow. This may be somewhat surprisingly given decades of decline, particularly in the cites of the Rust Belt, that Michigan has faced. But climate concerns as well as shifts in other regions of the country could spur a population increase in the Great Lakes region in general and Michigan in particular.
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