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In small towns, even GOP clerks are targets of election conspiracies
PORT AUSTIN, Mich. — Deep in the thumb of Michigan’s mitten-shaped Lower Peninsula, Republican election officials are outcasts in their rural communities. Michigan cities already were familiar with the consequences of election conspiracy theories. In 2020, Republicans flooded Detroit’s ballot counting center looking for fraud. Democratic and Republican election officials faced an onslaught of threats. […]
Donnie Wahlberg hits the links in Michigan, helps raise $1 million for pediatric patients
DETROIT - Every single dollar raised at this big celebrity golf outing stays right here in Michigan, benefiting pediatric patients and their families. The fourth Feldman Automotive Children’s Miracle Celebrity Invitational took place on a hot and humid late August day on Monday, the 26 at the Detroit Golf Club.
The Right Place helps create AI roadmap for local manufacturers
Economic nonprofit development organization, The Right Place’s Manufacturing Council has teamed with the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center and Twisthink, a Grand Rapids firm specializing in new product innovations, to create an AI roadmap, a guide for West Michigan manufacturers on the best ways to utilize artificial intelligence within their own business.
Kids hurt after finding unsecured guns leaves communities frustrated
Last Friday in Madison Heights, a child shot himself in the hand after finding an unsecured handgun. On Saturday in Detroit, a teen shot himself in the leg for the exact same reason.
Koi Fish Caught In Michigan Lake Breaks the World Record
Northern Michigan's Glen Lake, located in Leelanau County's Glen Arbor, faces a colorful problem: invasive Japanese koi fish—those vibrant, oversized goldfish you see in fancy people's ponds. However, these weren't your average, everyday koi invaders. These fishy little ninjas have caused serious problems for Glen Lake and others like them dealing with this invasive species.
WARNING: New Texting Scam Targeting Michigan
In a world where scammers are getting more and more convincing, sometimes it is better to sit back and see what all you should be aware of out there. From traditional phone scams to more recent email fraud schemes and the latest wave of text message scams. Take a look below at the latest scam hitting Michigan.
Rural schools shrinking in Michigan; Cornel West on Nov. ballot; baby gorilla naming; more
Good morning, it's time to tackle this Tuesday. 🔥 Our weather shows an expected high of 96 degrees. There will be times of clouds and sun, hot and humid with a thunderstorm in spots late in the afternoon. Again, be sure to stay cool and be safe when outdoors. There is a heat advisory in effect from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. today. ...
Extreme Heat Closes Many Southwest Michigan Schools
Just as school gets started, Tuesday's expected 105-degree heat index closes many schools throughout Southwest Michigan. The Kalamazoo area is expecting a mix of sun and clouds with a high of 95 and a heat index of 105 degrees. Evening thunderstorms could be severe but will cool things down a bit. In the meantime, the temperatures will be dangerous and should be taken seriously. With that being said, many local schools have either shortened their hours of operation or completely closed today. Here's what we know so far, but you should check your email and/or your school's official website to get the most updated information. We gathered the following info from WWMT News Channel 3 and Fox 17.
Detroit's first summer sandwich party happening at Eastern Market
Eastern Market's Shed 5 will be filled with the best sandwiches in Metro Detroit. The event is happening Sunday, September 1 from 12-5 p.m. Featured Mufaletta sandwich recipe. 1 10 inch round loaf 1/2 lb sliced ham 1/2 lb sliced capicola 1/2 lb sliced salami 1/2 lb sliced provolone 1/2 lb sliced low moisture mozzarella Enough Mufaletta/olive tapanade to cover bread.
How Michigan’s election safeguards prevent double voting
This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for Votebeat Michigan’s free newsletter here. Four voters allegedly voted twice in the primary elections in Macomb County, officials […]
Pre-processing absentee ballots means faster results. Why isn’t every Michigan clerk trying it?
Michigan clerks who took advantage of new laws that allow them to prepare absentee ballots for counting ahead of election day found during the August primary that they were able to get results out faster, but not without some hiccups.Under expanded pre-processing laws in Michigan, election officials can take in returned absentee ballots, verify signatures, open the envelopes, ensure the correct ballot was returned, and scan them through the tabulator, but they can’t yet count the votes. In communities with more than 5,000 people, officials can begin doing this eight days before the election; in smaller towns, officials are allowed...
Former NBA all-star opens soul food restaurant in Michigan
DETROIT - A former NBA all-star is making a big investment in Detroit, employing around 100 people at his new soul food restaurant. Three-time all-star with the Phoenix Suns and former Mayor of Sacramento, California, Kevin Johnson, is the owner of Fixins Soul Kitchen. The restaurant is located at 1435...
'Bingo bango!': Detroit Red Wings release promo schedule for 2024-25 season
DETROIT — The Detroit Red Wings have announced a full slate of promotional giveaways and premium ticket packages with the return of some fan favorites to the lineup. The promo schedule was unveiled Monday along with a video on social media showcasing a few of the top items for the upcoming hockey season.
NFL Average Ticket Prices: Lions Have Most Expensive Tickets In 2024
SportsCasting.com has gathered the ticket prices and analyzed the numbers for every game of the upcoming 2024 NFL season. In keeping in tune with price hikes seen globally over the past few years, the NFL has seen a sharp increase in their ticket costs for the 2024 season. The average...
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