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NLRB general counsel meets with Michigan auto parts workers organizing with UAW
Updated 6:32 p.m. 7/31/24 The woman tasked with enforcing U.S. labor law sat down Monday with workers from two Detroit-area auto parts plants — one that recently secured its first UAW contract, and the other still working toward union recognition. National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo met with the group of workers […]
7/31: Erin's Wednesday Forecast
Mostly sunny skies kick off an uncomfortable Wednesday with highs in the lower 90s and heat indexes in the middle to upper 90s. Scattered storms can’t be ruled out in areas southwest of Toledo this evening. Thursday is equally humid, but with a cloud deck arriving a bit earlier, we don’t tap into as much heat as Wednesday. Scattered storms stick to the afternoon hours, but some may be strong with heavy downpours and gusty winds. The severe threat sticks southwest of our viewing area, but those closer to Fort Wayne may see the stray strong storm Thursday evening. Scattered storms are likely again Friday. The weekend features a bit of rain by the lakeshore and mild/muggy conditions everywhere else.
Monroe County election guide: Two running for Ida Twp. treasurer
MONROE COUNTY — Voters in Monroe County have more than 30 contested races in Aug. 6’s primary election. The Monroe News sent questionnaires to the candidates in the contested races. Profiles of the candidates in contested primaries will be published over the next few days. Brandjord and Seiler are running for the position of Ida Twp. treasurer. No Democrats filed. ...
'We paid the price': Veterans honored Monday at Monroe County Fair
MONROE — It's been a rewarding week so far for Gene Haman, a Korean War Army veteran who looks good for his age (94) and exercises daily. Haman, who lives in Monroe, received a "Hometown Hero" award at a Toledo Mud Hens' game last week, and on Monday was honored as the oldest male veteran present at the annual Veterans Day program at the Monroe County Fair. ...
Pontiac to demolish former McCarroll School for new youth rec center
PONTIAC, Mich. – There’s been a lot of changes happening in Pontiac lately and even more are approaching. On Wednesday, July 31, details were released regarding a big improvement that’s on the way. “This is a big deal,” said Mayor Tim Greimel. It was a big...
Michigan artist says Lyon Township’s decision to cut down landmark sculpture was ‘vandalism’
Mystery solved — and it wasn’t the butler. The township did it. Originally thought to be the work of vandals, the cutting down of an iconic sculpture in Oakland County’s Lyon Township that can be seen off I-96 was actually a deliberate act by the township itself. “It’s just a shame that this is the […]
BEWARE: Dangerous And Severe Viral Infection Now Confirmed In MI
Summer in Michigan is usually the season when cases of illness are less frequent as more people are outdoors and the risk of spreading infections is relatively low. But health officials have recently confirmed a dangerous viral disease has now been detected in Michigan and residents are urged to protect themselves against the spread of this virus.
New Michigan Recall: Ground Cinnamon Due To Possible Health Risk
Check your seasoning cabinet immediately. This is a popular seasoning/flavoring you must immediately throw away. ALB-USA Enterprises, INC. has launched a recall for the ALB Flavor brand Cinnamon Powder. Why is this cinnamon being recalled?. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) stated that this recall is in effect due to...
Jim Harbaugh continues involvement with Michigan
The Michigan Wolverines will have a new head coach this season after Jim Harbaugh left the team to become the next head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers after leading Michigan to a national title last season. But just because he’ll be coaching in the NFL doesn’t mean that he won’t be supporting Michigan and new head coach Sherrone Moore however he can.
Tim Pamplin, well-known in Metro Detroit as the 'Nightcam' guy, joins WWJ Newsradio 950
“We couldn’t be more excited for Tim to join our news team. We plan to leverage his renowned breaking news reports to provide our listeners with quality coverage of each day’s top stories.”
Authorities seize truck loads of marijuana plants in bust on Airport Hwy
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A large drug bust is underway on Airport Highway Wednesday afternoon. 13 Action News is on the scene as law enforcement agents conduct a search of a home on Airport Hwy. Our crews saw officials bringing out truckloads of marijuana plants. Ohio Revised Code shows adults...
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