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NTSB Investigating Turnpike Fatal Crashes Near Toledo Last Week
SWANTON, Ohio (News Talk 1480 WHBC) – The NTSB is now investigating that series of crashes along the Ohio Turnpike near Toledo that killed four people last week. Several people also suffered serious injuries. Look for a preliminary report in about a month. Three crashes all involving big rigs...
Michigan: Watch Out For This Major Food Recall
If you're into the TikTok salad trend, you might want to double-check your cucumbers before tossing them into your next viral recipe. The FDA has traced a salmonella outbreak to cucumbers from Bedner Growers, Inc., of Boynton Beach, Florida, and Thomas Produce Company, of Boca Raton, Florida. Cucumbers Linked To...
University of Michigan Researchers Make Breakthrough on Tick-Borne Allergy
The lone star tick is a tiny but troublesome pest. This summer these invasive pests have made their way into Michigan, bringing with them a serious health concern. Unlike other tick species which are primarily known for spreading Lyme disease, the lone star tick is notorious for triggering alpha-gal syndrome—a condition that causes an allergic reaction to red meat. As these ticks spread further north, their presence in Michigan has raised alarm, but researchers at the University of Michigan (UofM) may have found a way to mitigate the threat.
Schools react to new state education budget, make security plans for school year
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, Mich. — Comstock Public Schools and Brandywine Community Schools in Niles said one of their concerns for the 2024-2025 school year is Michigan’s new state education budget and the money it does --and doesn’t-- allocate to school safety and mental health funding. “I thought initially...
Proposed DTE rate hike could cover the cost of private jet use, Michigan AG Nessel says
(CBS DETROIT) - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is once again pushing back against a proposed DTE Energy rate hike. Nessel accuses the energy company of spending lavishly on corporate jets for their CEOs and attempting to pass that cost onto customers. DTE is asking for another rate hike just months after a previous hike that amounted to a $368 million increase. In testimony to the Michigan Public Service Commission, Nessel reported that DTE officials inflated the costs associated with running the utility by spending money on corporate jet travel. An additional rate hike would mean a 10% increase in consumers' bills. It's a move Nessel...
Another cool night, but 70s return tomorrow
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - It’s been another beautiful day around Mid-Michigan and it’s a forecast that isn’t slowing down anytime soon. We warmed back up into the 70s this afternoon, though we’re still seeing some 60s in areas downwind of the Saginaw Bay and Lake Huron. We should see that change as we finish out the rest of the week, as our winds will begin to flip around to more of a southerly direction over the next few days.
Shooting in Benihana parking lot near Fairlane Town Center
DEARBORN, Mich. (FOX 2) - A shooting took place in a Benihana parking lot in Dearborn Wednesday evening. "There is presently no danger to the community," Dearborn police stated on X. Police have not released details about the shooting or confirmed if there were any victims. The Japanese restaurant chain's...
More than 70 shots, 200 people were at fatal Detroit block party, police say
More than 70 shots were fired at a Fourth of July block party in Detroit with more than 200 attendees but an unusually small number of people have spoken up in the slaying there of 23-year-old Jordan Thornhill, police say. Thornhill, a recent Michigan State University graduate raised in Romulus, was fatally shot...
Death reported at North Toledo Jeep plant
A death was reported at the Jeep Toledo Assembly Complex in North Toledo Wednesday afternoon. Emergency crews from the Toledo Fire and Rescue Department responded to the facility on Chrysler Drive, around 1:35 p.m. The Lucas County coroner’s office confirmed they were referred a case from the facility, but they are unable to release the name or any details about the individual’s death at this time. An exam is scheduled for Thursday. A spokesman for Stellantis indicated the company was “aware of the incident involving one of its employees,” but declined to provide further details Wednesday afternoon.
Chemical Engineering Senior Explores World Through Rocket Kids
Gregory Zickes is a committed chemical engineering student at The University of Toledo. He’s mulled over the chemical reactions that have propelled his team’s vehicle forward in the American Institute of Chemical Engineers’ Chem-E Car-Competition. He’s put his coursework to practice in two co-ops at Anderson Development Company, a chemical manufacturing facility in Adrian, Mich. And he’s expanded his professional network through the local chapter of the professional engineering fraternity Theta Tau.
Business Professor Honored for Advancing Women in Leadership
Dr. Margaret “Miggy” Hopkins, a recently retired professor of management at The University of Toledo’s John B. and Lillian E. Neff College of Business and Innovation, was honored earlier this month with the 2024 Academy of Management Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Division Award for Advancing Women in Leadership.
Rockets Announce Special Promotions for 2024 Football Season
Toledo Athletics announced special game promotions for the 2024 football season that will continue to enhance the fan experience on game days. The Rockets open their home season on Thursday, Aug. 29, vs. Duquesne in “The Biggest Party in Toledo.” Fans can enjoy tailgating or stop by the new Beer Garden, located in Lot 10. There also will be live music and big screen TVs to catch the action of other college football games from around the country. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m.
Michigan Applebee’s On Guard After Woman Nearly Ruins Special Offer
You know when you're getting a stellar deal and you have to be smart about it or the deal will go away? For me, when I was a kid and Heelys were all the rage, the school was letting us all ride them during recess...until one kid got too crazy, got hurt, and got the shoes banned for everyone. Definitely not still upset by that, nope.
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