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Gusty thunderstorms move into Metro Detroit after knocking out power to 140,000+ homes and businesses in West MI
A line of strong thunderstorms weakened a bit as moved into Metro Detroit late Tuesday morning, leaving heavy rains as the biggest threat in local communities.
Tax credits available for clean energy projects in mid-Michigan
MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) - Billions of dollars from the United States government could be spent in mid-Michigan. On Tuesday, June 25, local leaders learned about the federal funding available to them thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act. Tax credits are available for clean energy projects in mid-Michigan, which officials said can...
Michigan House passes bill to divert excess teacher retirement funds into K-12 budget
The Michigan House on Tuesday passed a key piece of legislation toward finalizing a budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins Oct. 1. After nearly six hours of behind door caucusing, House Democrats emerged onto the floor and quickly passed along party lines House Bill 5803, sponsored by state Rep. Matt Koleszar (D-Plymouth). The […] The post Michigan House passes bill to divert excess teacher retirement funds into K-12 budget appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Michigan’s 24-hour abortion waiting period blocked by Court of Claims
Michigan’s 24-hour waiting period before receiving an abortion, as well as mandates to give patients illustrations of fetuses and adoption information, are blocked after a Michigan Court of Claims judge said Tuesday that the laws contradict the state’s constitutional right to an abortion that voters approved of in November 2022. In the opinion, Judge Sima […] The post Michigan’s 24-hour abortion waiting period blocked by Court of Claims appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Rite Aid closures loom in northern Michigan, leaving communities uncertain
NORTHERN MICHIGAN (WPBN/WGTU) -- The future of Rite Aid in northern Michigan is up in the air after the drugstore chain announced closures to 12 stores across the state. That announcement has left northern Michigan communities wondering if their store is next. "We've gotten several calls recently about the rumors...
Oakland County man recipient of Michigan’s first beating heart transplant
DETROIT – There have been many technological breakthroughs in recent years that have helped get lifesaving organs to patients -- the latest combines a newer technology with a very exciting new technique. Henry Ford Health announced Tuesday, June 25, the first two successful beating heart transplants in the state...
Michigan High School Softball Coaches Association All-State and Honorable Mention for 2024
Olivia Turner of Grass Lake High School graduates as one of the top hitters in the state with records for base hits in a season, doubles in a career, and runs batted in for a career. She will play for Division 1 Bradley University this fall in Peoria, Ill. JTV Sports file photo.
Michigan & Ohio About To Have Dozens of 7-Eleven Locations Open & Close
The most famous convenience store in the world is facing tough financial times and unfortunately will be closing hundreds of locations in 2024. I’m talking about the infamous 7-Eleven. A total of 30 retailers will be closing 3200 locations in 2024 according to a recent survey done by CBS...
Rep. Friske returns to Michigan State Capitol while police continue investigation
LANSING, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Less than 24 hours after appearing at a candidate's forum in Petoskey, state Representative Neil Friske (R-Charlevoix) was back at the Michigan State Capitol. Tuesday was his first time back at the capitol building since he was arrested last week for what police described as a...
Amazon Making Massive Change To Packages Delivered In Michigan & Ohio
Amazon has come a long way since its humble beginnings to being, becoming one of the largest companies in the entire world, and a service that pretty much everybody uses. Although it may subsequently be responsible for the closing of many stores, the convenience of being able to order anything at the drop of a dime and getting it within 24 to 48 hours is all unheard of by any other company and something we never would’ve thought possible back in the 90s.
Family, friends seek justice for man killed by Wayne officer during mental health crisis
WAYNE, Mich. (FOX 2) - A rally was held in honor of a man who was killed by a Wayne officer while suffering a mental health episode last week. Family and friends were joined by dozens of protesters, making their voices heard outside police headquarters Monday night. "Enough is enough!"...
Judge blocks Michigan's 24-hour waiting period, informed consent laws for abortion
A Michigan judge has issued a preliminary injunction against the state's mandatory 24-hour waiting period before receiving an abortion, as well as the state's "informed consent" law and a ban on advanced practice clinicians providing abortion care. The ruling, issued Tuesday, is a victory for advocates seeking greater abortion access in Michigan. In...
Kristina Karamo continues the fight for Michigan GOP leadership
(CBS DETROIT) - Kristina Karamo was ousted earlier this year as Michigan's Republican Party chair, but her fight to regain leadership of the party isn't over just yet.Karamo and her attorney Daniel Hartman have officially asked the state Court of Appeals to reverse Kent County Circuit Court Judge J. Joseph Rossi's decision to remove Karamo and reinstate her as chair of the state party."I think it's tragic because six months have been wasted. Not just six months, but the whole last year was just these people instigating chaos, spreading lies, sowing discord, sowing confusion when we have a country to save,"...
As Prices Soar in Michigan, One Extravagance Sees Sales Increase
Been to the grocery store lately? With the skyrocketing cost of daily essentials, you'd assume Michigan folks would cut back on unnecessary expenses. But no, Michiganders are still happily shelling out their hard-earned cash for overpriced cups of coffee that they could easily make at home or grab for a fraction of the price at a gas station. It's almost like we can't live without our daily dose of liquid joy, even if it does cost more than a gallon of gas.
Michigan College First With Their Own Cocktail
Over the last couple of years, many states have passed laws granting colleges and universities the right to apply for licenses to sell alcoholic beverages at their sports facilities. Michigan joined that list of states last year in 2023 and instantly many schools applied and received permits for all or many of their sports facilities. This would increase their concession sales as fans could enjoy drinks while watching their favorite team.
Tuscola County Woman Turns a $1,000 Lottery Win Into $500K
A Michigan woman went from winning $1,000 on a Michigan Lottery Scratch-off ticket to winning $500,000 overnight. The 68-year-old woman from Tuscola County scratched her way to a $1,000 win on a Luxury Cashword instant ticket. She tells the Michigan Lottery that she showed the winning ticket to her husband who pointed out that she was just one word from winning a much bigger prize.
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