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FEMA denies request for disaster relief after 4 tornadoes tore through West Michigan homes and businesses in May
The federal government has denied disaster relief for Southwest Michigan after multiple destructive tornadoes tour through the area in May, ravaging homes and business.
Consumer's Energy plans to cut 7,000 miles of trees across Michigan service area
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Since we last heard from Creston-area neighbors in early July on what is now infamously known as the "Bermuda Triangle" of electricity, Jill Rothwell said they haven't experienced a power outage recently, however, it's something that's frequent in the area. "So far this year its...
Early voting for Aug. 6 primary begins Saturday
Early voting for the Aug. 6 primary election starts this Saturday across the state. In 2022, Michigan voters overwhelmingly approved a constitutional amendment that gives voters the right to vote early and in person at sites before statewide and federal elections. Communities may also choose to provide early voting for local elections. Early...
Missing Michigan Teen Found Two Months Later -- 'Engaged' and Living with 44-Year-Old 'Stranger'
The man she was found with isn't expected to face any charges, despite authorities saying the pair were "actively trying to evade detection." Nearly two months after a 17-year-old girl walked out of her Michigan home and vanished, she's been found. And, according to the teen, she's now "engaged" to the 44-year-old man with whom she's been living.
Hillary Clinton is coming to Michigan just days before the Presidential Election
DETROIT - Hillary Clinton has just announced she is coming to Michigan just days before the 2024 Presidential Election. The former first lady and U.S. Secretary of State will be at the Detroit Opera House on Monday, October 28 on her book tour. Tickets go on sale Friday, August 2...
New Office of the Public Defender opens in Kent Co., applications now open
KENT COUNTY, Mich. — A new Office of the Public Defender is aiming to expand the criminal defense system for indigent adults in Kent County. This decision comes after a report by the National Association for Public Defense recommended establishing a new office. Previously, defense for indigent adults was overseen by the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission, before eventually being transferred to individual counties. In Kent County, private attorneys have been utilized for the past six years.
Man arrested after being spotted trying to break into Nelson Township home
NELSON TOWNSHIP, Mich. — A man has been arrested after a witness saw him attempting to break and enter into a residential building. On Tuesday just before 9 a.m., a 68-year-old Cedar Springs man witnessed a man breaking into his neighbor's outbuilding near Myers Lake Avenue in Nelson Township.
Pink Arrow XVII: Continuing the Fight Against Cancer
We received the following press release from Pink Arrow Pride. Lowell, MI – Pink Arrow Pride remains steadfast in its mission to the Lowell community in lending emotional and financial support for families on a cancer journey. As we gear up for Pink Arrow XVII, Pink Arrow Pride continues to be a beacon of hope and support, benefitting the Gilda’s Club Lowell Clubhouse, the Lowell Area Community Wellness Organization, and maintaining student scholarships in memory of Kathy Talus and in honor of Dr. Gerard. With total donations now exceeding $1.5 million, we continue to be inspired by the incredible generosity and spirit of our small town.
Ithaca woman charged for allegedly embezzling money from vulnerable adult
LANSING, Mich. – A Michigan woman is facing a felony charge for allegedly embezzling money from a vulnerable adult in her care. Cheryl Colburn, 65, of Ithaca, was arraigned on Monday in the 64B District Court in Stanton before Magistrate Brian G. Wagner on one count of Embezzlement from a Vulnerable Adult, $1,000 - $20,000, a 5-year felony, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Colburn, who was serving as the professional guardian and conservator of the victim, allegedly kept the victim’s property for her own benefit.
FBI Warning Michigan Residents of New Crime Trend Called Jugging
A new crime trend has led to law enforcement warning everyone to be very careful at ATMs in Michigan. I was today years old when I learned of the term 'Jugging.' The FBI describes this new crime trend below,. Jugging refers to a crime in which a suspect, or group...
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