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University of Michigan's Official Retailer 'The M Den' Files for Bankruptcy
The organization behind The M Den chain of retail outlets selling official University of Michigan merchandise has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. As reported by the Detroit Free Press, the bankruptcy filing comes amid reports that Heritage Collegiate Apparel hopes to sell the company while facing a barrage of claims from landlords and merchandise vendors regarding a host of missed rent payments and unpaid bills.
Detroit Evening Report: Pro-Palestinian demonstrations in Chicago; Michigan delegates prepare for DNC and more
On this episode of the Detroit Evening Report, stories include the Pro-Palestinian demonstrations unfolding outside the Democratic National Convention in Chicago; Michigan delegates’ preparations for the week’s convention and more. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. Protesters...
Gretchen Whitmer is really good at having it all
Gretchen Whitmer has been known for a lot of things in her life. She’s never lost an election, gaining national attention for fighting against anti-abortion and anti-labor policies while serving in the Legislature. As Michigan’s 49th governor, she was the subject of an assassination plot during her first term and went on to sign an […]
Bay City fall sports roundup: Rivals make 275-mile roadtrip together
BAY CITY, MI –A look at the high school sports scene in the Bay City area for Aug. 19, 2024. Bay City area coaches are asked to submit results, highlights and comments the night of each event by emailing lthomps2@mlive.com. TENNIS: SEASON OPENS WITH UNCOMMON CARPOOL. If you purchase...
Inmates impacted amid corrections officer shortage
MOUNT PLEASANT, MI— Tensions in state prisons across the Upper Peninsula are continuing to escalate as corrections officers call for relief amid a staffing crisis, but the lack of workers is also taking a toll on inmates. In order for prisoners to qualify for parole, they must complete a...
McLaren Health Care hit by ransomware attack again
McLaren Health Care confirmed it was hit by ransomware on Friday after reporting a cyberattack earlier this month. IT disruptions due to the attack are expected to continue through the end of August, the Grand Blanc, Michigan-based health system said. Though the incident is contained, access to some of McLaren’s systems remains limited.
Saginaw man pleads to once again raping child, guaranteeing life without parole in prison
SAGINAW, MI — It’s unusual for a criminal defendant to accept a plea deal knowing it will guarantee he spends the rest of his life in prison. But a previously convicted Saginaw County sex offender accused of raping more children has done just that. Alex D. Gomez Jr.,...
Detroit Evening Report: Excitement for Harris-Walz ticket grows; Michigan’s ‘Shark Tank’-style pitch competition + more
On this episode of the Detroit Evening Report, stories include this week’s excitement at the Democratic National Convention around the Harris-Walz presidential ticket; Michigan’s launch of a new statewide “Shark Tank”-style pitch competition and more. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org...
Mid-Michigan doctor accused of secretly recording women and children
OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich. (WJRT) - A Rochester Hills doctor, who has privileges to practice medicine at Ascension Genesys Hospital in Grand Blanc Township, is accused of recording nude images of unsuspecting women and children. The Oakland County Sheriff's Office says 40-year-old Dr. Oumair Aejaz is charged with 10 counts, including:
Ogemaw County man accused of sending threat online again
OGEMAW COUNTY, Mich. (WJRT) - An Ogemaw County man who was convicted for threatening to kill President Joe Biden is now accused of threatening to rape and kill someone else. Federal court documents indicate 50-year-old Timothy Findlay of Alger has been charged with sending interstate threats. Investigators say Findlay sent...
General Motors lays off over 1,000 employees in software and services divisions, cutting 600 jobs in Michigan
General Motors is cutting over 1,000 jobs in its software and services division across the globe. About 600 of the job cuts are expected to be at GM’s Global Tech Center in Warren. Other layoffs took place in California, Texas and Canada.
Dow Gardens playground closed permanently
MIDLAND, Mich. (WNEM) - The Dow Gardens closed its playground permanently. The organization made the announcement on Facebook on Monday, Aug. 19. The playground, located in Whiting Forest, was closed on Monday permanently. Dow Gardens said the closure is due to the decision to restore the area to a “more natural state.”
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