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"War Criminal": Rep. Rashida Tlaib protests Netanyahu's visit to Congress
Michigan representative Rashida Tlaib protested Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress, displaying a sign reading “War Criminal” and “Guilty of Genocide,” as his country’s attack on Gaza has killed nearly 40,000 people. Tlaib, who also wore a keffiyeh to the Congressional gallery,...
Michigan’s ‘bison wrangler’ shares secrets of the Domino’s Farms herd
ANN ARBOR — On the northeast edge of Ann Arbor, between M-14 and Domino’s Farms, is where the buffalo roam. There, drivers on their daily commute can often catch a glimpse of a herd of 75 bison, grazing across a 90-acre pasture that is part of the Domino’s Farms complex. If they look closely enough, they may also see the beat-up red Ford pickup of Todd Crocker, the herd’s official bison wrangler.
Will public water utilities submit PFAS settlement claims by Friday's deadline?
Earlier this year a federal judge in the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina approved a multibillion-dollar settlement with two PFAS manufacturers, DuPont and 3M. Now, thousands of public water systems across the country have until Friday to file a PFAS settlement claim. That includes close...
New law makes it easier for Michigan prisons to release people in poor health
DETROIT (AP) — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a law Tuesday that would make it easier for people to be released from Michigan prisons if they’re in debilitating health and considered to be a minimal risk to the public. The new law replaces a 2019 law that was seen as vague and hard to apply. Only one person had been released, according to FAMM, an advocacy group that works for changes in criminal justice systems across the country. The Michigan parole board will have authority to release someone to a medical facility, hospice or a home, especially if they have a life expectancy of less than 18 months. “Their needs are too much for the Corrections Department and they’re not a risk to public safety,” said Maria Goellner, director of state policy at FAMM.
Whitmer signs bill giving EGLE authority to declare emergencies
Senate Bill 398 was introduced in June of 2023 by Sen. Sean McCann, D-Kalamazoo. It gives emergency authority to the state agency to protect natural resources when there is a threat to public health, safety or property.
Michigan dry spell won’t last long, next rain speeding up
We do have several dry and nice weather days coming for all of Michigan. The parade of rain systems is not going to take a big break however. The next rain is moving toward us from a not-so-frequent trajectory. This next rain is also moving a day faster than what it looked like yesterday.
New Woodland Mall Family Fun Center will Open in August, is Now Hiring
New Bowling Alley & Laser Tag Facility Joins Woodland Mall. The Grand Opening Weekend for Main Event, a new Family Fun Center at Woodland Mall in Kentwood, is set to open in mid-August. It joins the large roster of places offering indoor family fun in West Michigan. Entertainment options at...
William Seikaly: Shame on Trump Camp For Not Condemning Michigan Supporters Chanting 'We Love Hitler, We Love Trump'
The author is an attorney and a lifelong Democrat. Are you still considering voting for Trump? You might remember your parents' admonition to “Be careful who you associate with.”. There was an interesting story this weekend in the Livingston Daily in Livingston County. One group of White Supremacists demonstrated...
30-year-old man arrested for firearm offenses and resisting arrest
VAN BUREN COUNTY, Mich. -- The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office reports on Wednesday around 1:35 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the area of M40 and M43 in Almena Township on the report of a possible medical emergency. Callers reported seeing a vehicle on the road's shoulder and a man...
Kalamazoo Man Dies in Fall at Abandoned Parchment Mill While Allegedly Removing Scrap Metal
A tragic incident occurred early yesterday morning when 48-year-old Brian Garvelink fell to his death inside an abandoned Parchment mill. The Kalamazoo Township Police Department responded to emergency calls around 6 a.m. and discovered Garvelink fatally injured on the premises. Investigations suggest he fell while endeavoring to remove scrap metal from the dilapidated structure, FOX 17 Online reported.
Grand Rapids and Lime offer free rides through new pilot program
The City of Grand Rapids and Lime have launched a new pilot program for residents who qualify for state and federal subsidies such as SNAP, Medicaid and WIC. Eligible residents will be able to take five free, 30-minute rides each day as part of the Lime Access program. Lime had...
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