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Heat & humidity are making a comeback Monday and Tuesday
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Summer heat and humidity will return to West Michigan in the coming days after a stretch of cooler than average temperatures. The heat and humidity will build this weekend, peaking early next week. As a result, the 13 ON YOUR SIDE Weather Department has issued a 13 Weather Impact Alert for Monday and Tuesday.
Food Allergy Alert – Popsicles Sold in Michigan Part of Massive Recall
The company Unilever is recalling about 137,000 cases of Popsicle Jolly Rancher Frozen Confection Pops sold in the U.S., including Michigan because they might contain milk, which is not listed on the label. People with a milk allergy or sensitivity could experience a serious or life-threatening reaction if they consume this product.
TSA Warning Will Affect Labor Day Travelers In Michigan
This summer has been one of the busiest summers for traveling in Michigan history. With the upcoming holiday, it will only get worse. Labor Day is often the last chance for Michiganders to leave the area and take a vacation before their crazy family schedules gear up in the fall.
As Consumers mulls selling 13 dams, some in Michigan fear another disaster
Consumers Energy’s 13 hydroelectric dams produce little energy, at nine times the price of other sources. As a result, the company is mulling the possibility of selling the dams. But some are raising alarm, citing a long history of companies offloading unwanted dams onto owners who can’t afford them,...
State official says they've found no evidence Elon Musk's Super PAC violated voter registration laws
Elon Musk’s America PAC is trying to persuade election officials in Michigan and North Carolina to back off their investigations of its voter registration practices. And the political action committee may have succeeded at least in part, as Michigan says it hasn’t found evidence of any violations of state campaign finance law but will continue to monitor the situation.
Michigan cider mill, apple orchard season begins: Find 1 near you on our list
As fall approaches, pumpkin spice and cozy sweaters will soon be back in style. Coming soon in metro Detroit is another fall classic, cider mills and apple orchards. Michigan offers many great options to pick out your favorite apple varieties and enjoy family-friendly activities while enjoying doughnuts and cider. Here's a look at...
Trump campaign yanks "Freedom" clip after Beyoncé bars use of track
Donald Trump's campaign has pulled a video featuring one of Beyoncé's songs after the singer's record label and publishers moved to block it's use. MAGA campaign spokesperson Steven Cheung on Tuesday posted a clip of the former president exiting a plane after arriving in Michigan. Beyoncé's song "Freedom" — which has been adopted by Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign with Queen B's permission — could be heard playing over the video. "Touchdown in Michigan!! @realDonaldTrump," Cheung wrote.
Staffers for ex-Speaker Chatfield back in court over alleged financial misconduct scheme
EAST LANSING — Anne and Rob Minard, who were key staffers for former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield when he led House Republicans in 2019 and 2020, were back in court Thursday as state attorneys begin to lay out their case alleging the couple misappropriated funds tied to social welfare nonprofits and political campaign committees. ...
Man Who Killed Galesburg Couple Set for Release After "Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity" Verdict
Three years after the tragic shooting that left Kailey and Virgil Walker, also known as Larry, dead in their Galesburg apartment, the man responsible for their deaths is expected to be released from psychiatric care. William Wolfe, who confessed to the killings in June 2021, had received a "Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity" designation following his trial after evaluations confirmed his mental health at the time prevented him from understanding his actions were wrong, as reported by WOODTV.
Michigan sheriff under fire for releasing damning allegations about opponent days before primary
HASTINGS, MI – Three days before the Aug. 6 Republican primary, Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf met up with a man in a Goodwill thrift store parking lot and handed over documents that could be damaging to one of his primary opponents. Leaf said the release wasn’t an election...
Fire breaks out in heart of downtown Kalamazoo
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A structure fire shut down two major roads in downtown Kalamazoo. Kalamazoo Public Safety responded to East Michigan Avenue for a structure fire. Crime: Two men charged in kidnapping of woman, two children in Kalamazoo. Officers arrived to find heavy smoke and flames coming from the...
Faculty union negotiations at WMU head to mediation
Western Michigan University’s full-time faculty union is asking for what it calls a “meaningful and robust” salary increase. The university's offer is considerably lower than the WMU-AAUP's request. The union has been in talks with Western all summer. It’s currently proposing an 8.5 percent raise for members...
Local school districts crack down on phone usage during academic year
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Monday, the empty desks at Comstock High School will once again be filled with students. This year, however, faculty hope those students will be more likely to participate in class and less distracted due to stricter restrictions surrounding cell phone use. Comstock's principal, Mary Spade, recalled...
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