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Rain update for Michigan: Slow today, possible severe storm round Friday
In the short term of today and Friday we have two periods of rain to track. Today’s rain will be slow to move in and not aggressively developing. Friday could have a different scenario with a line of strong thunderstorms at some point. Let’s get an update on these two rains.
Free Universal Pre-K for our Holt Neighbors
Governor Whitmer announced her "PreK for All" goal back in 2023 which we are now seeing in our neighborhoods. This program will allow neighbors to not have to pay the cost of daycare. Video shows neighbors and local leaders discussing the free Pre-K program starting next week. (The following is...
Pinckney man sentenced to jail, probation for disturbing behavior at Food Truck Friday
HOWELL — A local man who exhibited disturbing behavior at Pinckney’s Food Truck Friday on June 21 was sentenced to jail and probation on Thursday. Jeremy Mills, 38, of Pinckney, was initially charged with kidnapping child enticement (a felony), two counts of assaulting a police officer (a felony), two counts of assault and battery (a misdemeanor) and one county of disorderly person jostling (a misdemeanor). ...
Multi-Vehicle Crash in Flint Township Following High-Speed Chase, Suspect in Custody
A high-speed pursuit that initiated in Shiawassee County led to a dangerous multi-vehicle crash in Flint Township. According to ABC12, the chase began before 4 p.m. involving a suspect wanted for multiple felonies. The individual allegedly rammed into several patrol cars in an attempt to evade capture. The pursuit rapidly...
There’s a New Traffic Signal in Lansing That Will Affect Detoured Traffic
There is so much construction going on in Lansing at the moment. 127 has lane closures and shifts, both north and southbound between 96 and Saginaw. Not to mention, Michigan Avenue in various stretches between Frandor and east of Pennsylvania are being torn up and therefore closed down as part of the Michigan Avenue Corridor project. Due to this, a ton of traffic is being rerouted and detoured. So it's good to be aware of a new traffic signal that could impact that traffic.
WKAR at Lansing Symphony Orchestra’s Concert in the Park
Tue., Aug. 27, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. Moores Park | Look for your favorite WKAR Classical hosts at Concert in the Park, a free event by the Lansing Symphony Orchestra. Come enjoy an evening of incredible live music and say "hi!" to Jamie Paisley, Linda Kernohan, and Jody Knol. WKAR will also be giving out free swag while supplies last.
How Much Cannabis Does Michigan Have To Consume To Fix All The Damn Roads?
When Governor Gretchen Whitmer was elected in the state of Michigan, one of her top priorities was to "Fix the Damn Roads." And by far, it seems like she's made the most progress by any one governor in many, many years. But fixing the roads are expensive, and the money had to come from somewhere.
Bad Cookie: New Recall Affecting Michigan Meijer Cookie Lovers
Oh no! The Cookie Monster may not like this announcement. Before you shop at Meijer, you may want to know about this recall!. New Recall Affecting Michigan Meijer Cookie Lovers. It is a tough day to love Meijer cookies. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Midwest retailer,...
Charter Amendment Committee Members Picked; Proposed Rental Ordinance Changes Revealed at Council Meeting
City Council has selected the seven members to serve on a charter review committee that will take a look at the city charter – the document that sets the foundational framework East Lansing operates within. At the Aug. 13 council meeting, the body moved to adopt Mayor George Brookover’s...
Michigan company hit with $6.5M fine for asphalt industry bid rigging
Pontiac-based Asphalt Specialists LLC was sentenced to pay a criminal fine of $6.5 million for its role in conspiracies rig bids for asphalt paving services contracts in Michigan. Court documents revealed that the company pleaded guilty to its conduct on Jan. 30, 2024, as it participated in a separate conspiracy...
Michigan lieutenant governor visits UP State Fair
ESCANABA, Mich. (WLUC) - The U.P. State Fair recognized veterans and Native Americans during Thursday’s Honored Citizens Day. A ceremony was held to announce the U.P. Veteran of the Year and the Delta County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Lunch with the Governor. This year, Lt. Gov. Garlin...
First-ever radon course being offered by EGLE
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The state of Michigan is hosting a first-ever radon mitigation training next month for contractors. A certification training hosted by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) and Kansas State University’s National Radon Services will be at the Ramada Inn from Sept. 4 through Sept. 6.
Michigan Cities Largely Predicted to Grow in Next 50 Years Outpacing Much of America
We hope you're ready to gain some new neighbors. When asked to predict Michigan was largely seen as a region on the grow. This may be somewhat surprisingly given decades of decline, particularly in the cites of the Rust Belt, that Michigan has faced. But climate concerns as well as shifts in other regions of the country could spur a population increase in the Great Lakes region in general and Michigan in particular.
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