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These Are The Top 5 States Michigan Residents Are Fleeing To
According to the Allied US Migration Report for the 2nd year in a row we saw less interstate in 2023. Where's everybody going? More importantly, why are they going there?. Stagflation. Recession; The fact that interstate moves have continued to decrease over the last few years shows residents are taking a cautious approach when it comes to big moves and increasing interest rates.
Donald Trump, JD Vance to host campaign event in Michigan this week
(CBS DETROIT) - Fresh off the Republican National Convention, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and Ohio senator and running mate JD Vance will make a stop in Michigan this weekend. According to Trump's campaign, the rally will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids. On Monday, Trump announced Vance as his vice president pick on social media before accepting the presidential nomination at the RNC in Milwaukee. "The people of Michigan have suffered greatly thanks to crooked Joe Biden's failed policies," a statement from Trump's campaign said. "With inflation in Michigan at almost 20%, families are paying $980 more per...
Trump campaign files lawsuit against Gov. Whitmer over voter registration sites
Former President Donald Trump’s campaign and the Republican National Committee sued Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) over her initiative to designate federal Veterans Affairs and Small Business Administration sites for voter registration efforts. In the lawsuit, they argue that Whitmer and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson exceeded their authority by entering into agreements to use VA […]
Michigan Native’s Unique National Anthem Overshadows Home Run Derby
The Home Run Derby is one of the most exciting events in all of sports, its comparable to the 3-point shootout, the dunk contest, hockey shootout, penalty kicks, and other all-star/ skill competitions that take place in sports. Both die-hard and casual baseball fans turn their heads and give their undivided attention to the MLB Home Run Derby and celebrate all of the moonshot mania that occurs. I would say this year's Derby was no different but that couldn't be farther from the truth.
Thousands of DTE customers without power Tuesday following night of heavy storms in Metro Detroit
Thousands of people in Metro Detroit are without power Tuesday following strong, early-morning storms that left wind damage and flooding. DTE is reporting just over 17,000 outages, with areas in Oakland and Macomb Counties among the most-affected.
Why Michigan’s overnight storms packed lightning 10x more powerful than normal
Last night, thunderstorms raced across Southern Michigan, producing heavy rain and prolific lightning as they did so. One thing in particular that was unique about these storms was the lightning, specifically the kind of lightning that was observed. Did you know that there are different kinds of lightning? While all...
‘If You Don’t Vote Donald Trump, You Ain’t Black,’ Michigan Rep. John James Says At RNC
Republican Michigan Rep. John James told the RNC audience "if you don't vote Trump, you ain't Black," in a viral moment. The post ‘If You Don’t Vote Donald Trump, You Ain’t Black,’ Michigan Rep. John James Says At RNC appeared first on NewsOne.
VERIFY | Biden's visit to Detroit
DETROIT, Mich — In a fiery speech perhaps meant to push back on calls for him to exit the race, President Biden touched on issues from the economy to the border during his rally in Detroit Friday. But just how true were some of those claims? Let's VERIFY. THE...
Healthcare leaders ask students for ideas, solutions
Multiple districts — With a team of scientists, researchers, engineers, designers and clinicians, 16 incoming seniors are spending six weeks this summer helping solve real-world problems encountered at an advanced cancer treatment center. The East Kentwood, East Grand Rapids, and Grand Rapids high school students are learning about the...
Sarah Jarosz in Kalamazoo, MI
Sarah Jarosz at Bell’s Brewery in Kalamazoo, MI (7/11/24) – photo © Bryan Bolea. Despite a sketchy weather forecast, a near capacity crowd of ardent Sarah Jarosz fans filled Bell’s Brewery’s outdoor venue in Kalamazoo, MI long before she took the stage. Singing along and interacting with Ms. Jarosz throughout, these fans were not at all bothered by a little rain, the faint smell of a non-too happy skunk, or a few trains passing right behind the stage – the last of which blew its whistle just as Ms. Jarosz and the band hit the last beat of their much demanded encore.
501(c)(3) nonprofit offering disaster care management for May 7 EF2 tornado
PORTAGE, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization is offering disaster care management services to people who were impacted by the EF2 tornado that hit Portage on May 7. The city says any residents who had damage to their homes are encouraged to contact After the Storm at...
Teen charged with fatal shooting through apartment door headed to trial
KALAMAZOO, MI -- Jamyre Cameron Thompson was bound over for a trial to face a charge of open murder in a recent killing of a man shot through the front door of a Kalamazoo apartment. Thompson, 19, is charged with open murder and other counts in the April 9 killing...
Residents Could Get Infected By Mosquito-Borne Virus Found In Michigan
With the summer time in full effect, getting bitten by a mosquito is inevitable. However, some mosquitoes are carrying a virus that can infect people. Spread by infected mosquitos, the Jamestown Canyon virus typically occurs from April through September. As for common symptoms of the Jamestown Canyon virus, you can...
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