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Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Named a No.1 Hospital in Michigan by U.S. News & World Report
GRAND RAPIDS and SOUTHFIELD, Mich., July 16, 2024 – Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital has been recognized as the top hospital in Michigan* according to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals Rankings for 2024-2025. The ranking system, now in its 29th year, is designed to help patients choose the best care venues.
Republicans and independents endorse Democrat Curtis Hertel, emphasize people over party
Former State Sen. Curtis Hertel (D-East Lansing) promised to work across the aisle if elected to Congress in Michigan's 7th Congressional District while speaking at a July 17, campaign event. | Kyle Davidson. A number of Republican and independent lawmakers and officials have thrown their endorsement behind former state Sen....
Michigan weekend forecast: Mild temps, slight chances for rain
A beautiful weekend of weather is in store for much of Michigan, with mild temperatures and mostly dry and sunny conditions. Starting with Friday, mostly sunny skies are expected for all of Lower Michigan and much of the Upper Peninsula. Fair-weather cumulus clouds will likely develop inland from the lakes but will not amount to much. Western portions of the Upper Peninsula may see slightly more in the way of cloud cover, but still a pleasant day, nonetheless. Everyone will stay dry.
Michigan Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Stealing Mperks Data From Meijer Customers
A 22-year-old West Michigan man has pleaded guilty and could spend 20 years in prison for a massive mPerks theft scheme targeting Meijer customers last year. Nicholas Mui of Grand Haven will also give up $630,000 in cash and cryptocurrency and surrender his computer. mPerks Scheme Costs Meijer More Than...
Moolenaar: "Vice President Harris fails Michigan women and families"
Yesterday, Vice President Kamala Harris attended an event in Kalamazoo. Her record in office has made life worse for Michigan women and families. Grocery prices are up more than 20 percent, putting food on the table for kids is harder to do, illegal immigration has skyrocketed, and Michigan residents are concerned about crime and safety.
Western Michigan Issues Hazardous Beach Warning Amid 5-Foot Waves
Grand Rapids, MI – A hazardous beach warning is in effect for western Michigan, with the National Weather Service predicting waves between 2 to 5 feet. Beachgoers are urged to exercise caution as high rip currents and structural currents are expected. According to the National Weather Service, the warning,...
Chelsea Area Historical Society continues Featuring Centennial Businesses
On Monday, August 5, the story of Chelsea State Bank will be told by John Mann. The informative meeting will meet in the Historic Train Depot on Jackson Street beginning at 7 pm. Formed in 1897, Chelsea State Bank has been a steady presence in the landscape of Chelsea’s business...
St. Louis Center 2024 Memorial Golf Outing
St. Louis Center is pleased to announce that this year’s Memorial Golf Outing will be honoring George Merkel for his proud support of our community. Among many other contributions, George helped provide produce for the residents especially during the days of St. Louis School. George was tireless in giving...
‘We’re not a party town’: Chelsea residents resist extended noise ordinance
CHELSEA, MI – Some Chelsea residents are pushing back against a city proposal that would allow local businesses to stay open later at night. Multiple people spoke out at the Monday, July 15 Chelsea City Council meeting against the recommendation from City Manager Marty Colburn and the Chelsea Downtown Development Authority to extend the city’s noise ordinance in the downtown area by two hours, from 10 p.m. to midnight.
Man fatally shot after breaking into ex-girlfriend’s home with axe
ORION TOWNSHIP, MI – A man was fatally shot after using an axe to break into a home in search of his ex-girlfriend, police said. Galen Gavitt, 67, of Unionville, was fatally shot by the woman’s adult stepson as he advanced on her with a gun in hand, according to a news release from the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. The 62-year-old woman and her stepson were not injured.
The 4 Leo’s Coney Island branches run by man who shredded workers’ overtime cards
STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. – Four Leo’s Coney Island branches in Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne counties are owned by a man accused of shredding the time cards that included his workers’ overtime hours. The United States Department of Labor announced the accusations against Kyriakos “Ken” Vlahadamis, the operator...
Folsom's 9 Preseason Player of the Year candidates for boys basketball
Hometown Life sports reporter Brandon Folsom identifies players who are pre-season favorites to win his Player of the Year for the 2024-25 girls basketball season. Reminder: HTL covers teams in Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Canton, Commerce Twp., Farmington, Farmington Hills, Garden City, Livonia, Milford, Northville, Novi, Plymouth, Redford, South Lyon, Wayne, Westland, White Lake and Wixom.
Hazen's Blueberry farm in Howell welcomes generations of pickers for timeless tradition
From 1 to 97. That was the age differential of blueberry pickers at Hazen’s Blueberry farm in Howell on a recent Thursday. Hazen’s has been a tradition for many families in metro Detroit. Tori Robbins, 33, of Livonia, had to stop and do the math: “My mom has been bringing me here ... ” ...
What to know about Blues, Brews and Barbecue in Westland
WESTLAND — The annual Blues, Brews and Barbecue is back Friday, Aug. 2, and Saturday, Aug. 3, at Thomas Brown Central City Park. The event packs the park, 36601 Ford Road, with free entertainment from more than 30 performances, a drone show, a fireworks show and plenty of food.
Former River Rouge student wins Miss Michigan Junior Preteen Queen
Mariah White-Ogunmola is just like any other nine-year-old on a sunny July afternoon — she can be found outside, riding her bike around her neighborhood with her siblings. White-Ogunmola, though, is not your typical nine-year-old. At the beginning of July, White-Ogunmola traveled to Columbus, Ohio where she competed in her first ever pageant and was crowed the 2024 National American Miss Michigan Junior Preteen Queen.
Southfield Police Department welcomes nine new officers
SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield Police Department welcomed nine new officers to the force of 118 recently. The department held a promotion and swear-in ceremony June 21 in the courtyard outside the police station, welcoming Anthony Allen, Anes Cehic, Zacary Cross, Bennett Hovorka, Michael Jackson, John Kelsey, Nicholas Pasek, David Spens and Carlos Toombs.
Police searching for suspect who fired shots at female victim after armed encounter at Detroit gas station [PHOTOS]
Detroit Police have released photos of a suspect in a shooting after an encounter at a gas station last week on the city’s east side. Investigators need tips to identify him.
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