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Recovery advocates say smaller community organizations are missing out on opioid settlement money
LANSING, Mich. (WILX/WNEM/WLUC) - National Opioid settlement money is being sent out across the state. However, some Michigan Recovery groups feel they’re falling through the cracks. Michigan is slated to receive nearly $1.6 billion from opioid settlements over the next 18 years. Half of that money will go to...
Listeria outbreak prompts Kroger recall of produce, dips sold in these 5 Midwest states
A possible listeria contamination has prompted a flurry of recalls recently of vegetables, salsas and deli meat. Kroger shoppers in five states are once again being asked to check their fridges for products that may be contaminated.
Since When is Michigan’s Secretary of State Appointment Only?
I may be late to the party, but since when has Michigan's Secretary of State Office (SOS) been reservation only? After a recent birthday, I realized I'd forgotten to renew my plates. I give the SOS office full credit for sending me a couple of reminders, but life happens, and I forgot. Figuring the fastest way to get it done was to take a long mid-day break with a fully charged phone and spend it with a little white ticket waiting for my number to be called.
Northern Lights possible across most of Michigan this week
(CBS DETROIT) - Residents across Michigan have a chance to see the Northern Lights this week. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a strong geomagnetic storm watch from July 29 through 31 due to an increased number of coronal mass ejections, which are eruptions of solar material. Where will the Northern Lights be visible in Michigan?In Michigan, the viewing line for the Northern Lights forecast for tonight appears to reach part of Metro Detroit, while the forecast for tomorrow brings the viewing line further south, covering all of Michigan. Forecasters say solar activity was elevated over the...
Israel a potential issue in Michigan’s U.S. Senate race
(The Center Square) – Candidates in Michigan’s U.S. Senate race disagree on issues ranging from electric vehicles to crime, but most recently, they’ve clashed over foreign policy. U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich, is facing former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers. Republicans hope to flip the seat as incumbent Democrat Debbie Stabenow is not running for reelection. […]
Michigan Athletes Representing the US In the Paris Olympics 2024
*This article will be updated as more athletes qualify*. Every four years, the world comes together to compete in the Olympics, with thousands of athletes in each country competing to represent their country in hopes of getting a medal and cementing their legacy. These are the athletes from Michigan who will be representing the US in the Paris Olympics this year.
Michigan Part Of Massive Deli Meat Recall Due To Listeria
Heads up Michigan, time to take a look at the lunchmeat you currently have sitting in your fridge. Boar's Head Provisions has announced a recall of more than 207,000 pounds of meat products due to potential Listeria contamination. This recall affects various pre-packaged meats, including deli meats and sausages, which were distributed nationwide.
Detroit Fire Department fails to apply for $15M given to Michigan fire crews
DETROIT – Roughly $15 million was awarded to fire departments across Michigan for new turnout gear. It’s free money from the state, but municipalities needed to apply to be considered. It turns out, Detroit didn’t even take the time to meet the application deadline. Many Metro Detroit...
Morenci fire chief: Barn and house fires this past weekend considered to be arson
MEDINA TWP. — Two structure fires this past weekend near Morenci are considered to have been intentionally set. Both structures, a barn and a house, were vacant, Morenci Fire Chief Brad Lonis wrote in a Facebook post. An arson investigation has been started. Lonis asked that anyone who lives near a vacant property to...
Watch Out For This New Text Message Scam in Michigan
Ah, Michigan, the land of beautiful lakes and unpredictable weather. But lately, it seems like we're also a hotspot for some pretty sketchy texting scams. Picture this: you’re minding your own business, enjoying a nice summer day, when your phone buzzes. You glance at it and see a message saying, "Hey, I'm calling you" or, even weirder, "Dude, what the heck!" Instinctively, you think it’s a friend trying to reach you, but something feels off.
Viral Real Estate Blunder: Michigan Listing Sparks Online Frenzy
A Michigan home has recently gone viral on X (formerly Twitter) thanks to the account @zillowgonewild. Located in Belleville, Michigan, the home didn't attract attention for anything unusual about its physical features. Instead, it became famous for an odd listing error: the 1,396-square-foot home was originally listed as having two bedrooms and 86 bathrooms.