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Michigan RB Ben Hall breaks down his growth, discusses depth with Jordan Marshall, Cole Cabana, Micah Ka'apana
"Ben Hall: I like him a lot," Blake Corum said of the Michigan running back. As his Michigan career was coming to a close, Blake Corum offered a forecast for the future of the Wolverines' running back room. The two-time All-American last year identified Benjamin Hall as a player who could make a significant impact for U-M.
Concerns over possible Meijer in Rutland Charter Township
RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Several people spoke up at Rutland Charter Township board meeting Wednesday night surrounding the possibility of a Meijer being built. The potential for a Meijer grocery store in the township was brought up in 2008 but ultimately failed to come to fruition. Now, a...
Harris campaign officials meet with Arab-American, Jewish leaders in Michigan
Much as President Joe Biden's campaign did before, Vice President Kamala Harris — now the Democratic presidential nominee — sent officials to Michigan on Thursday to meet with Arab American and Muslim leaders who continue to insist the U.S. government demand an Israel-Hamas cease-fire in Gaza. Osama Siblani, publisher of the Arab American...
This movie producer is keeping Michigan on the map
PONTIAC, Mich. – The film industry has yet another connection to Michigan. The film “Wake” was made in the state and produced by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Sam Logan Khaleghi. Sam joined Live in the D to talk about the film and why he wants to continue shooting in his hometown.
Feds: Michigan trying to 'brush aside' school discrimination complaint
Federal officials responded to the Michigan Department of Education's request to dismiss all claims it violated the rights of students with disabilities during COVID-era school shutdowns last week. Federal officials said the state has fundamental misconceptions about its legal obligations to students. (Anthony Lanzilote for Chalkbeat) This story was originally...
Swing state voters support domestic drilling
(The Center Square) – Voters in several key swing states this November support domestic oil drilling, according to new polling data. The American Petroleum Institute commissioned the poll, but it was conducted by the reputable pollster Morning Consult. According to the poll, more than 90% of voters in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin are concerned about inflation. ...
Michigan’s largest free festival begins Thursday with live music, carnival
LAPEER, MI – Dubbed Michigan’s largest free summer festival, Lapeer Area Chamber of Commerce’s Lapeer Days begins today and will run through the weekend. The 122-year-old festival is scheduled from Thursday, Aug. 14 to Sunday, Aug. 18, in downtown Lapeer, south of Nepessing Street between Court and Saginaw streets.
Trump narrowly leads Harris in Michigan: Poll
Former President Trump is narrowly leading Vice President Kamala Harris in the critical swing state of Michigan, according to an AARP survey released Thursday. Trump leads Harris with 45 percent support to her 43 percent among likely voters in the battleground state, while 8 percent said they would support a third-party candidate.
Michigan Cities Top the List of Least Relaxed in the U.S.
In honor of National Relaxation Day (Aug. 15), here’s a list of the cities considered the least relaxed in the U.S. We would have highlighted the cities ranked among the most relaxed, but unfortunately, not a single Michigan city made it into the top 40. LawnStarter analyzed the 500...
Weekly fishing report: August 14
The Michigan DNR is joining the Detroit Tigers to sponsor a Hunting and Fishing Night at Comerica Park on Sept. 10. Come watch the Tigers reel in a win and land yourself a Detroit Tigers tacklebox while enjoying the night with other hunters, anglers and outdoors enthusiasts from around the state. Click here to get your tickets.
Michigan’s newest weapon in addiction fight runs on gas and four wheels
The state gave $2.7 million to addiction service providers for transportation. The money is part of $1.6 billion state and local governments are getting from national opioid settlements. Advocates cite transportation as a hurdle in fighting the opioid epidemic. ST. IGNACE — There’s a new Ford Edge SUV in the...
Michigan Public School Systems Among The Worst In America
One of the biggest decisions that a parent gets to make is where their child goes to school during their K-12 years. Elementary and middle school options are normally more plentiful but as you grow older the selection slims, and you're left to choose between a couple of private schools and 1 or 2 public schools. For some families, school options are a deal breaker because of their beliefs in the education system.
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.
MDHHS Restaurant Meal Program continues to expand
LANSING, Mich. (WJMN) — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Restaurant Meal Program that provides restaurant meals to seniors and eligible food assistant recipients has grown to more than 100 restaurants in 26 counties since it launched three years ago. To serve Michigan residents who have difficulties preparing their own food due […]
Stempien endorses Operation Survivor Justice that benefited Branch County
LANSING — Attorney General Dana Nessel formally announced a $1 million grant program Wednesday with the U.S. Marshals Service to locate, apprehend, and return to Michigan fugitive offenders with outstanding sexual assault warrants. Branch County already benefitted with the June apprehension and extradition of Anthony Cuyler, 46, who was located in Mexico and is facing 2019 charges of sexual assault of two Union City minors. ...
Biden awards $50 million to support EV manufacturing in 6 states
(CBS DETROIT) — The Biden administration announced that $50 million will be awarded to six states with significant automotive communities to help convert manufacturing facilities to support the electric vehicle supply chain. The funding is made possible through the administration's Investing in America plan. It builds on the $1.7 billion awarded to 11 "shuttered or at risk" facilities in several states to bolster electric vehicle production. Michigan is one of the recipients and will get $18,406,420.45. The other states that will receive funding include: Ohio: $9,373,236.32 Indiana: $8,770,249.81 Kentucky: $4,876,458.57 Tennessee: $4,513,688.68 Illinois: $4,059,946.17 The allocations were determined after an April request for information on how small- and medium-sized...
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