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Driver, 17, dies in fiery crash after vehicle hits multiple trees, police say
MARQUETTE COUNTY, MI – A 17-year-old girl died in an early morning crash after her vehicle went off the road, hit several trees and caught fire, Michigan State Police said. State police have not identified the teen driver killed in the single-vehicle crash. Troopers responded to a 12:05 a.m....
2 killed, 19 injured in shooting at Detroit block party
DETROIT, MI – An investigation is underway after a shooting left two people dead and 19 others injured, according to Michigan State Police. The shooting happened at a block party around 2:25 a.m. on Sunday, July 7, 2024, near Reno Street and Rossini Drive, WDIV Local 4 reported. The...
S.S. Badger docked in Lake Michigan due to ‘ongoing mechanical repairs’
LUDINGTON, MI – The S.S. Badger has canceled operations scheduled for Sunday due to ongoing mechanical repairs. The ferry was expected to arrive in Ludington on Saturday night. However, after departing Manitowoc, Wisconsin, a mechanical issue arose, the ferry service said in a Facebook post. The issue was identified...
House fire in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula under investigation
DELTA COUNTY, MI – A fire that broke out in the second story of one home is now under investigation, officials said. Escanaba first responders were called shortly after 9 p.m. for a report of a structure fire Saturday, July 6, at 1407 N. 19th St. Police and firefighters...
MDOT meeting to focus on major upgrades to bridge over I-96 in West Michigan
WALKER, MI – An aging bridge north of Grand Rapids is set to undergo major improvements next year and officials want to hear from residents prior to the construction phase. The Michigan Department of Transportation is partnering with the city of Walker and Kent County Road Commission to replace and redesign the Fruit Ridge Avenue bridge over I-96 in Walker.
Barry State Game Area adds 200-acre former Kalamazoo Boys and Girls Club Camp
BARRY COUNTY, MI — A former 200-acre camp maintained by the Kalamazoo Boys and Girls Club is now under the control of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy purchased the former camp, at 2451 Erway Road in Hastings, earlier this spring for an undisclosed amount. The land conservancy then donated it to the Michigan DNR.
Should 19- and 20-year-olds be sentenced to life in prison without the chance of parole?
LANSING, MI – A trio of court cases set to be heard by Michigan’s highest court may change the rules on young defendants facing or serving sentences of life without the possibility of parole. The state Supreme Court is to consider together the cases of Andrew Michael Czarnecki,...
Two West Michigan credit unions announce merger
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Two Grand Rapids-based credit unions, West Michigan Credit Union and Bloom Credit Union, are planning to merge. The board of directors of both credit unions have voted in favor of the merger, according to a news release. However, member of Bloom Credit Union must still vote on the merger, and regulatory approval is pending.
Tornado confirmed in Mid-Michigan after storm flipped boats, felled hundreds of trees
CLARE COUNTY, MI - A Mid-Michigan tornado that was on the ground for 34 minutes during last Friday’s severe thunderstorms has been confirmed by the National Weather Service (NWS). Damage reports that included flipped boats and hundreds of downed trees sent an NWS survey team on Saturday to Clare...
World’s largest bounce house returns with new 5-lane Mega Air Space Slide
FRANKENMUTH, MI — The world’s largest bounce house is returning to one of Michigan’s tourism hot spots this summer with a “mega” new addition. Frankenmuth River Place Shops is once again hosting The Big Bounce America, home of the only Guinness-certified world record holder of The World’s Largest Bounce House, Aug. 8-10. Standing 32 feet tall at its highest point and covering an area of over 16,000 square feet, this gigantic bounce house features slides, ball pits, climbing towers, basketball hoops and friendly, over-sized characters for photo-worthy moments. At its center, is a custom-built stage and resident DJ, who plays music and hosts games and competitions tailored to each age group.
Holiday Mathis horoscopes for July 07, 2024
Through the ever-changing landscape of social media, one thing that remains unchanged is the enduring popularity of cat videos. And since watching cute animals do unpredictable things brings joy, amusement and stress relief, cats are always trending. The moon in Leo is the mood booster that has us feeling like playful kittens today.
11 road closures scheduled this week across Michigan
Michigan drivers, prepared for construction. Between Sunday, July 7, and Saturday, July 13, more than 130 new lane, ramp, and road closures are scheduled to begin, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). Construction projects will require closures on a number of major roadways coming out of the holiday...
Without a ‘magic bullet’ for Michigan’s deer woes, hunting season changes could be coming
By the dozen, they munch away at fields of soybeans. They sparked more than 58,000 car wrecks last year, killing 19 people. They’re thriving near Michigan’s population centers and sputtering in its wildest northern reaches. Michigan’s deer population is out of whack, and hunters, conservationists and wildlife officials...
See photos from July 4th fireworks show, celebration in downtown Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, MI - The Fourth of July was celebrated with a bang Saturday night as thousands of people gathered downtown to take in the annual fireworks. The free event kicked off at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 6 in Ah-Nab-Awen Park with live music, food vendors and children’s entertainment. The crowd roared with excitement as the fireworks began around 10:30 p.m.
Indiana driver outlasts field in chaotic Outlaw race at Berlin Raceway
MARNE -- A familiar class returned to Berlin Raceway on Saturday night, and the near-capacity crowd didn’t leave disappointed. The Reveal the Hammer Outlaw Late Models returned, bringing back a type of car that ruled the West Michigan track for most of its history. With many familiar faces, there were many storylines heading into the race, including a big $10,000 prize for the winner of the 75-lap main event.
Today’s daily horoscopes: Scorpio, think fast under pressure (07/07/24)
Today’s Birthday (07/07/24). Envision and attain perfection this year. Widen explorations with consistent, steady steps. Adapt professional plans around summer changes, before autumn research reveals exciting discoveries. Manage winter household repairs and upgrades for an especially brilliant and creative springtime. Invent an inspiring future worth working for. To get...
Man injured in rollover on Silver Lake Sand Dunes
MEARS, MI -- Police freed a 40-year-old man from a rollover crash on Silver Lake Sand Dunes on Saturday. The severity of the man’s injuries are unknown at this time, officials said, but no one was killed in the incident. If you purchase a product or register for an...
New summer EBT gives some Michigan families $120 per child to buy groceries
LANSING, MI - A new Michigan Summer EBT program will provide eligible families $120 per child to buy groceries while school is out for summer. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services announced this week that the federal government approved Michigan’s plan for the program. It was created based on similar efforts used during the COVID-19 pandemic to address food insecurity for students.
3 weeks since splash pad shooting, last victim released from hospital
OAKLAND COUNTY, MI - The last of the nine victims who was injured in a mass shooting at a Rochester Hills splash pad is out of the hospital, according to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. The 39-year-old woman was released from the hospital Friday, July 5 -- nearly three...
Fireworks likely sparked July 4 fire that damaged Michigan house
CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP, MI - A July 4 fire that caused extensive damage to a Michigan house was likely ignited by fireworks, according to the Chesterfield Township Fire Department. The fire department responded around 10:30 p.m. to a house fire on the 26000 block of Fairwood Drive in Macomb County. When...
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