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Biden's Michigan delegates vote 'overwhelmingly' to endorse VP Harris
Michigan Democratic Party delegates who had been committed to President Joe Biden voted Tuesday night to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as his replacement on this year's presidential ticket, according to the state Party officials. While no exact breakdown was given as to the count for Harris or how many delegates took part...
Michigan chain offers chicken tenders deal for National Chicken Finger Day on July 27
With so many days designated for celebrating Americans’ favorite foods this month, July could easily be considered a month for foodies. There was National French Fry Day on July 12, National Ice Cream Day July 21 and hundreds — if not thousands — of coneys are sure to be indulged upon throughout metro Detroit on July 25 for National Chili Dog Day. ...
Glock switches turn handguns into machine guns and are on the rise in Michigan, ATF says
CANTON, Mich. (FOX 2) - A device that's about the size of a Lego can turn a regular semi-automatic handgun into a powerful machine gun - and one was used during the mass shooting in Detroit earlier this month. The 9mm Glock is the most popular handgun in the United...
A Deadly and Preventable Virus is Making a Resurgence in Michigan
A highly contagious but preventable disease is rearing its ugly head in Michigan yet again. Many diseases and viruses make their way through Michigan, but possibly none as deadly or preventable as measles. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has reported its sixth measles case this year. Michigan...
Trial adjourned for 81-year-old man accused of killing MSP trooper in crash
SAGINAW, MI — An octogenarian man accused of killing a Michigan State Police trooper in a crash on Interstate 75 has to wait a while longer before he faces a jury. If ongoing plea negotiations are successful, he may avoid a trial altogether. The trial of 81-year-old Duncan A....
Bay County Homeless Man Reported Missing
The Bay County Sheriff’s Department is looking for a missing homeless man. Police say 32-year-old Tyler Joseph Laurain was last seen July 10 in the area of the Bay City Walmart. Family members say Laurain frequently visits fast food restaurants to use their wifi. He is described as white, standing 5’10” and weighing around 130 pounds. He has blue eyes and brown hair. He may also have a long beard.
Drying out the next few days
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - After an unsettled start to the week, we are set to move into a quieter pattern later for the rest of this workweek and most of the weekend. There is a small chance for a few lingering showers tonight, but with the coverage expected to be isolated, more areas will stay dry than wet. Sunshine will then take over through at least Saturday, before a more unsettled pattern returns early next week. Enjoy it while you can!
Sebewaing brothers are ‘vintage’ in win
MAYVILLE — Sebewaing brothers Matt Rocha and Mark Rocha led the Mighty River Hogs of Midland to a 9-3 win over Mayville State Bank in a vintage baseball game on July 18. The contest, waged at Mayville’s Ohmer Park before about 100 fans during the Mayville Sunflower Festival, was played under 1860s “base ball” rules – which meant that a fielder could register an out by catching any batted ball after one hop.
Five years later, check-forger caught
CARO — Police say that almost five years ago, Kendrick R. Abernathy forged two checks – payable to himself – for a total of $5,699. The checks, from Cass City Oil and Gas Co. to Abernathy, were forged by Abernathy on Sept. 1 and Sept. 6, of 2019. The Cass City Police Department, however, caught up to Abernathy, now 35, of Saginaw.
Michigan Expecting Bitter Cold Temperatures In Extended Forecast
Many Michigan residents want to hang on to summer as long as possible to enjoy the sunshine and warm weather. But, for those who are anticipating the fall season and cooler temps, they may be here soon. And it could feel more like winter than fall in Michigan as bitterly cold weather is expected to grip the Great Lakes state this season.
County Fair offers food, rides, animals, fun
CARO — Madelyn Bennett came to show her lambs this week at the Tuscola County Fair. Sheyla Alvarez came to sell french fries. Thousands of others, however, are heading to Caro to just have fun. The Tuscola County Fair, a tradition for more than 140 years, continues from today through Saturday night.
Remembering Meta Jackson and her fair legacy
CARO — To say the least, Walt and Meta Jackson were longtime backers of the Tuscola County Fair. Tuscola County Fair Board President Neil Jackson, of Caro, along with his brothers Gale Jackson and Myron Jackson, and sister Bonnie Carolan, lost their mother in May at the age of 89. Meta Jackson was a well-known Caro resident who forged quite the history with the Tuscola County Fair.
Man pleads guilty to hiding stolen cars
CARO — A 36-year-old Vassar man has pleaded guilty to receiving and concealing two stolen vehicles, and concealing the identity of a third vehicle. Investigators say Joshua D. Zimmerman received and concealed a stolen 1971 Lincoln Continental, and a stolen 1967 GMC pickup truck. Police said they don’t know the dates of those crimes.
WSGW Morning Team: July 24, 2024 (Wednesday)
It’s the WSGW Wednesday Morning Team with YOU and Charlie and Mike and Jonathan – presented by Paint Bull in Saginaw….. New WSGW OnLine Poll for YOU! If you had to vote today, how would you vote?. ********************************************. Charlie and Mike and Jonathan and YOU: Two dramatic...
Bay City hooks Major League Fishing for 2025 tournament
BAY CITY, MI – Officials with the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization announced this month it will return to Bay City in 2025 for its Bass Pro Tour. Major League Fishing officials announced Thursday, July 18, the Saginaw Bay and Saginaw River will be on the schedule for the 2025 pro tour.
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