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War in Gaza and U of M regent race dominate Michigan Democrats’ state convention
As Michigan Democrats on Saturday nominated their picks for Supreme Court and education boards on the Nov. 5 ballot, the University of Michigan Regents — the one contested race — took centerstage. The nominating convention, held in Lansing, was flooded with supporters decked in maize shirts for Board of Regents candidate and pro-Palestinian movement leader […]
Five things to know about Wayne County, Michigan
Wayne County in the US state of Michigan is a region steeped in history and influence, impacting everything from music and manufacturing to politics. Voter turnout in this county can be decisive in Michigan, a battleground state that President Joe Biden won by just 150,000 votes in 2020.
Old Farmer’s Almanac Predicting Colder, Drier Winter for Michigan
While some forecasters are predicting a snowier winter than Michigan has seen in years, the Old Farmer's Almanac isn't so convinced. The venerable publication has released its regional projections for the winter of 2024-25, and it's calling for below average snowfall for the Lower Great Lakes region. That's not to...
Seney holds 2024 Lumberjack Fest
Seney, Mich. (WJMN) – Everywhere you go in the Upper Peninsula you’ll find wooden statues freshly carved on the side of the highway beckoning you to come and take a look. At the lumberjack fest, you can finally listen to that call and maybe even bring one home. The Lumberjack Fest is an annual event […]
Annual Finn Fun Day celebrates Finnish Yoopers
NEGAUNEE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) - Yoopers connected with their Finnish roots in Negaunee Township Hall Saturday. The 14th annual Finn Fun Day celebrates Finnish culture through education and entertainment. Different groups played Finnish music while the audience visited tables selling Finnish products like candy and baked goods. The Finlandia Foundation...
Harbor Fest 2024 ends on a bright note, marking another successful year
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A festival in Marquette celebrated the end of summer with music, food, and games. On Saturday, the final day of Harbor Fest 2024 at Mattson Lower Harbor Park featured music from five different groups including the Northern Michigan University band. Harbor Fest co-chair Bryan Lopac says...
Beethoven and Banjos performing in upper Michigan this weekend
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A music festival is bringing some unique music to upper Michigan. Beethoven and Banjos is an annual music festival combining folk music with classical music in various styles. This year, the festival’s program is called ‘The Space Between’ which features an original film and live music....
Election deniers in key states are newly empowered in 2024
Local election officials in key swing states are taking on new power heading into 2024, worrying some legal observers who expect attempts to slow down the certification process in favor of GOP candidates. In the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election, which former President Trump baselessly claimed was rigged against him, local election offices, which […]
How A Criminal Enterprise Stole $800,000 From Meijer Stores
Retail criminals have gotten better at getting away with their crimes. A group in Michigan targeted Meijer and was able to scam them out of almost $1,000,000. Meijer has suffered over $800,000 in losses due to an organized retail crime scheme that has persisted for several years in Michigan. Court...
Michigan GOP nominates judge for Supreme Court after man charged in election tampering drops out
FLINT, Mich. (AP) — Michigan Republicans nominated Circuit Court Judge Patrick O’Grady for one of two open Supreme Court seats Saturday after a prominent attorney, who faces felony charges of trying to illegally access and tamper with voting machines after the 2020 election, dropped out of the race. Supreme Court races in Michigan are officially nonpartisan, meaning candidates appear without a party label on the ballot, but the nominees are chosen by party convention. Democratic-backed justices currently hold a 4-3 majority. Republican victories in both races would flip control of the court, while two Democratic wins would yield a 5-2 supermajority. Republicans have framed the races as a fight to stop government overreach, while Democrats say it is a battle to preserve reproductive rights. Michiganders enshrined the right to abortion in the state in 2022.
Major Grocery Chain With 120 Michigan Stores Under Pricing Scrutiny
You may have noticed that Kroger has begun using electronic shelf tags in some locations. They're certainly fancy - but there's concern that these high-tech price tags may lead to a controversial practice known as 'dynamic pricing.'. Kroger in Michigan. Kroger is the largest supermarket chain in the United States...
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