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Whitmer signs bill modifying medically frail parole options into law
(The Center Square) – Severely health-compromised prisoners in Michigan will have more care placement options under a new law signed by the governor Tuesday. “This aligns with Gov. Whitmer’s prioritization of criminal justice reform by promoting humane treatment for corrected individuals, which can lead to better outcomes for both prisoners and the broader Michigan community,” the governor’s office said in a statement. The new law addresses implementation issues of the...
Michigan elections FAQ: Early voting starts Saturday for August primary
Early in-person voting for Michigan’s Aug. 6 primary begins July 27. The primary will decide congressional and state House candidates who advance to the general election. Voters can find their early in-person voting location online. Michigan voters awaiting November’s historical presidential election have the option to cast their ballot...
Up North businesses help fill Michigan’s EV charging station gap
Businesses in Michigan tourist centers are slowly adding public EV chargers. Charger use seems to be increasing, owners who have chargers say, particularly at lodging establishments. The attention to EV charging comes as the state lags in building out infrastructure for the vehicles. Beer is an obvious draw at Stormcloud...
ALERT-Popular Snack Recalled In Michigan May Cause Severe Illness
Many Michigan residents have a favorite go-to snack for a quick bite to hold them over until the next meal. And making sure our snacks contain nutritious ingredients that keep us healthy is a top priority. But there's one snack that could do more harm than good and it's recently been recalled in Michigan as it could cause severe sickness.
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.
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