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Local leaders endorse Kamala Harris for Democratic Presidential Nomination
FLINT, Mich.—Local and state leaders are throwing their support behind Vice President Kamala Harris in her bid for the Democratic Presidential Nomination. They held a news conference Friday afternoon where Congressman Dan Kildee, Flint Mayor Sheldon Neely, and State Representative Jasper Martus praised Vice President Harris’s experience, her contrast with former President Donald Trump, and her vision for America's future.
RaCosta signs with the Metro Jets
Grand Blanc Bobcats hockey standout and Lapeer native Aidan RaCosta is headed to the next level as he signed with the Metro Jets of the United States Premier Hockey League. The Metro Jets announced RaCosta’s signing on July 18 on its Facebook page. The USHPL is considered a Tier 2 junior level hockey league, which can be a gateway to the NHL Entry Draft. Playing for the Metro Jets allows RaCosta the opportunity to play close to home as the Jets’ home ice is the Mount Clemens Ice Arena. RaCosta graduated from Lapeer this past spring and was a team...
Drink Up – Popular Flint Bar Closing After 22 Years
A beloved downtown Flint bar will be closing after 22 years in Genesee County. The Loft on Saginaw Street will officially close on New Year's Day, January 1, 2025. Owner Rodney Ott announced the closure through social media. I love the fact that Ott wants to make the rest of...
Judge throws book at Lake Orion man convicted of home invasion, raping and beating woman
An Oakland County judge is sending a Lake Orion man to prison for 26-50 years in prison — far in excess of sentencing guidelines — for his "despicable" crimes and for repeatedly violating the judge's orders. Sentencing guidelines called for a prison term for Adam Richards Williams of 171 months to 285 months, in other words, at least 14 years to a maximum of almost 24 years. ...
Megabuck mystery buyers design their own $350K+ Celestiqs at special studio in Warren
Several ultra-wealthy Cadillac Celestiq buyers have had the chance to sit down with GM designers to personalize their cars this year in a painstakingly restored mid-century modern building on the campus of General Motors’ Tech Center in Warren, Michigan. The buyers are anonymous, and will remain so until they’re spotted getting out of...
Dearborn Heights City Council president provides fire station update
HEIGHTS – City Council President Mo Baydoun provided an update July 23 on critically needed repair progress for the city’s fire stations to remediate roof leaks, mold and other problems. He said quotes on both fire station roof repairs should be received by July 26, and the city...
Clarkston Teenager Messiah Battle Fatally Shot, Police Seek Leads and Offer $2,000 Reward
Tragedy struck the Springdale Glen Apartments in Clarkston as a teenage boy was fatally shot and found lying on an exterior stairwell. The victim, identified as 17-year-old Messiah Battle, was discovered with multiple gunshot wounds in the early hours of last month. The Clarkston Police Department, responding to the incident, continues to actively seek information regarding the circumstances that led to the teen's untimely death.
These Kids Have All Gone Missing This Month in Michigan
This month alone, four children have gone missing in Michigan, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. If you recognize any of the children below, please call 911 or 1-800-843-5678 (1-800-THE-LOST). These Kids Have Gone Missing This Month in Michigan. Take a look below, and see if...
Flint’s the “GWOAT” Claressa Shields has her final face-off with Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse
DETROIT, Mich. (WNEM) - We’re less than 24 hours away from the “GWOAT” Claressa Shields having her 2nd main event fight at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Tomorrow night, the Flint boxer will take on Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse for the WBC Heavyweight Title and vacant IBF Light Heavyweight World Championship.
Blackhawks Prospects Taking Part in USA Hockey World Junior Summer Showcase
In the coming week, while many summer sport enthusiasts are watching the Olympics in Paris, Blackhawks fans may be intrigued to know USA Hockey is hosting their 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase in Plymouth, Michigan. From Friday to Aug. 3, a collection of players hoping to win a spot on...
Skilla Baby, Sada Baby, Dayton Family to perform at Antidote Fest in Flint
FLINT, MI - The Antidote Studio is bringing back The Antidote Fest, a premier hip-hop festival that showcases Michigan’s dynamic music scene. Set to energize the Flint area, the festival will take place from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 27, at Brush Park, located at 120 E. First St.
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