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Michigan's Third Congressional District Republican primary election results
MICHIGAN, USA — Michiganders will head to the polls on Tuesday, Aug. 6 to vote in either the Democratic or Republican primary election. In the Republican primary, two congressional candidates for Michigan's 3rd District want to represent their party on the ballot in November's general election. Entrepreneur Michael Markey...
After Years in Decline, Michigan is Seeing More Fireflies This Summer
The sight of fireflies or lightning bugs had always been a sure sign of summer. You could count on a yard or field lighting up starting in early June with the flashing bodies of fireflies. And than several years ago many began to see fewer and fewer lightning bugs. So...
Gov. Whitmer lowers flags to honor Melvindale Police Officer killed in the line of duty
LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags across the state to be lowered to half-staff on Friday, July 26, to honor the life and service of Melvindale Police Officer Mohamed Said, who passed away in the line of duty. “Officer Mohamed Said was a...
Alert: Recall On Popular Snack Sold In Michigan
Before you grab that energy bar for a quick snack, you might want to take a moment to check its packaging and details. There has been a recall affecting several batches of energy bars sold here in Michigan. The recall was initiated due to potential contamination, which could pose a health risk.
$10 million in Michigan's state budget appropriated for some water customers in Metro Detroit
(CBS DETROIT) — As part of Michigan Gov. Whitmer's 2024-25 state budget, the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) says $10 million appropriated for water utility needs is a step toward providing Detroiters with consistent water.DWSD spokesperson Bryan Peckinpaugh says the $10 million is much needed."This will be available statewide; counties, cities, and community action agencies on behalf of municipalities can apply," Peckinpaugh said.Peckinpaugh said this appropriation will last for the next 18 months, and water utility assistance will continue. During a conversation with CBS News Detroit, Peckinpaugh said water assistance programs are available to those who may not be aware they...
Saginaw bus service tax renewal on August ballots
SAGINAW, MI — A Saginaw-based transit authority hopes to keep momentum moving forward with a request for a tax renewal on the Aug. 6 primary election ballot. Saginaw residents in the city will weigh a 3.2-mill levy that’d span 2026-2030 and support Saginaw Transit Authority Regional Services operations, county election records show.
18-year-old facing charges in Mt. Morris Township shooting that left teen dead
MT. MORRIS TOWNSHIP, MI – A teenager is facing an attempted murder charge and two weapons charges for his alleged involvement in a June 25 shooting in Mt. Morris Township. Cordell Warwick Allen, 18, was arraigned by Genesee County District Court Judge Jennifer Manley this week on single counts of assault with intent to murder, felony firearm and carrying a concealed weapon.
"I just don't like Vanessa." - Claressa Shields all business at final press conference
DETROIT, Mich. (WJRT) - There is on love lost between Flint's Claressa Shields (14-0, 2 KOs) and Canada's Vanessa LePage-Joanisse (7-1, 2 KOs). "I just don't like Vanessa," said Shields. "And I wanted to put my hands on her today." The faced-off at Little Caesars Arena for the final press...
Free family-friendly event to be held on Flint’s north side
Flint, MI – St. Luke N.E.W. Life Center and Saint Mark Community Outreach Center will host Family Fun Fest, a free, family-friendly event on Aug. 2, 2024. The event will be held on St. Luke’s campus, located at 3115 Lawndale Ave, Flint, MI 48504, and is open to the entire community.
Youth racers rev up summer fun at the Mt. Pleasant Speedway
A sure sign of summer in Mt. Pleasant is the sound of race car engines revving on Friday nights at the Mt. Pleasant Speedway. The 3/8 mile clay track, known as the “Cleanest Show On Dirt,” hosts racers of all ages every week, starting as young as six years old.
Grand Blanc seeks funding to turn old golf course into park
GRAND BLANC, Mich. (WNEM) - New life may be coming to a Genesee County golf course that has sat vacant for three years. Right now, it’s a boarded up property with overgrown grass and trees, but the city of Grand Blanc could be one step closer to achieving its vision for a brand new park.
Pensions in Michigan, Jersey City Add Bitcoin ETFs to Portfolios
The Employees’ Retirement System of Jersey City plans to allocate a small percentage of its portfolio to a Bitcoin ETF, Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop said Thursday in a post on the social media platform X. “The question on whether Crypto/bitcoin is here to stay is largely over,” Fulop...
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