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Man heads to trial in road rage shooting on I-94
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – A Belleville man accused of firing a gun during a road rage incident on a freeway will head to trial. Tariq Lee, 25, waived his right to a preliminary examination in a Thursday, July 18 hearing before 14A-1 District Court Judge J. Cedric Simpson. This will send his case to Washtenaw County Trial Court. He is accused of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder, discharging a weapon from a vehicle, carrying a concealed weapon, reckless driving and failing to stop at a property damage accident.
Popular Up North state park opens water trail that navigates peaceful inland lakes
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP, MI – A popular Northern Michigan state park has unveiled a new water trail, navigating a scenic two-mile route along the shorelines of two inland lakes. The universally accessible North Canoe Trail at Ludington State Park takes paddlers from Hamlin Lake to Lost Lake and back again.
Ope, she did it again: World’s oldest and most fruitful loon hatches two more chicks in U.P.
SENEY, MI – The oldest and most productive documented common loon in the world hatched another two chicks this breeding season. The female loon known to be at least 38 years old is called “Fe,” and this year she and her partner successfully hatched two chicks during the recent weekend at Seney National Wildlife Refuge in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. She now has at least 42 descendants recorded in her genetic books – breaking her own record again.
Sheriff candidate taken to court for $21K in debt, says it makes her relatable
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – Capitol One sued a Washtenaw County sheriff candidate for owing nearly $21,000, court records show. The credit card company filed a lawsuit against Alyshia Dyer, one of three Democrats appearing on the Aug. 6 primary ballot, in February. The debt was primarily daily living costs incurred while she was in graduate school, Dyer said, and she believes her the debt makes her more relatable to voters.
Sheriff candidate says licensing complaint, investigation ‘a made-up thing’
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – The state is investigating a Washtenaw County sheriff’s candidate for allegedly misrepresenting himself as a social worker. A complaint filed May 14 with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs pointed to Derrick Jackson’s campaign material and social media as evidence he has been improperly saying he is a social worker, according to documents obtained by a Freedom of Information Act request. A representative from LARA said the department does not comment on ongoing investigations.
Voters asked to renew tax to maintain roads in Saline Township
WASTHENAW COUNTY, MI – Saline Township is asking voters to renew a tax to maintain roads in the Aug. 6 primary election. The 1-mill tax, beginning in 2025 and lasting till 2028, would be dedicated to maintaining and reconstructing the township’s gravel roads. The tax would raise an...
Lake Superior is heating up, but 40-degree temperatures lurk just below the surface
Lake Superior is the coldest Great Lake, as well as the largest. However, it’s running well above average in terms of temperature. Abnormal warmth has been observed near the surface of Superior, with cold temperatures lurking just beneath the surface. “Surface water has been warming quickly on Lake Superior...
At townhall, Wolverine Worldwide faulted for ‘woeful’ PFAS effort
ROCKFORD, MI — The filter doesn’t fit Julie Zahm’s sink. Instead, she and husband Bernard get water for drinking, cooking, gardening and feeding animals from the downstairs laundry room at their house on Courtland Drive NE across the street from Wolverine Worldwide headquarters. If you purchase a...
Manchester District Library at risk of closure if millage does not pass
MANCHESTER, MI – A long-standing library is at potential risk of closure if Manchester voters do not pass a proposal on Aug. 6. The Manchester District Library is asking for a tax reduction, in order to contribute to reducing property taxes in the Manchester area. The 0.9999-mill tax for ten years, beginning in 2025, is on the primary election ballot. This tax proposal is a decrease from the previous millage of 1.045 mills.
Stellantis says 24K hybrid minivans should be parked outside over increased fire risk
AUBURN HILLS, MI -- Stellantis is asking owners of certain Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrids to stop charging their vehicle and to park their minivans outside and away from buildings due to an increased risk of a battery fire, according to the Associated Press. The warning impacts an estimated 24,000 Pacifica plug-in hybrid minivans from the 2017 through 2021 model years.
1 dead, 1 injured after speeding driver runs red light in Dearborn
DEARBORN, MI – One person was killed after a speeding driver blew a stoplight at crashed into an F-150 in Dearborn. The Dearborn Police Department says the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Nowlin Street will be closed for some time after the crash occurred at 7:59 a.m. on Friday.
Michigan Stadium ranked No. 3 in list of college football’s top venues
Michigan’s football program enters the 2024 season on a 22-game home win streak, with more than 100,000 fans in attendance watching the Wolverines exit the field at the Big House victorious. Boasting a capacity of 107,601, Michigan Stadium is the largest in North America and home to the winningest...
11 Michigan beaches closed, under advisories ahead of sunny, warm weekend
There are 11 Michigan beaches closed or under contamination advisories ahead of what’s expected to be a beautiful summer weekend. This weekend’s weather will include mild temperatures and mostly dry and sunny conditions. If your weekend plans include a beach trip, check this list of beaches closed or...
Wanting wide-open space, residents oppose proposed 315 housing units in rural area
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – Chestnut Development is proposing another 315 new housing units in Northfield Township – and residents are pushing back. People raised concerns around the impact on wildlife and forest preservation, the density of the housing and the detraction from the rural character of the area. There were also concerns that more people moving to the development would require more emergency services and, therefore, increase costs to existing residents.
Grand Rapids announces road closures, other details, ahead of Trump visit
GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- Grand Rapids city leaders have announced road closures and provided other details to help people navigate the city’s downtown during former President Donald Trump’s rally Saturday at Van Andel Arena. City officials said the following closures will be in effect:. • Fulton Street –...
Why Saturn's rings seem to be disappearing
The rings of Saturn are one of the most beautiful sights in our solar system, and they’re visible from Earth with a telescope. Well, for now that is. For several years, Saturn’s rings have seemed to be disappearing, and they’ll continue to do so throughout next year, when they’ll appear to be completely gone. No need to worry, though. I’ll break down what’s happening here.
Jury acquits man of premeditated murder in death of synagogue leader Samantha Woll
DETROIT -- Michael Jackson-Bolanos, the man who had been accused of murdering Jewish synagogue leader Samantha Woll, was acquitted Thursday on a charge of premeditated murder in connection with Woll’s death last year. However, Jackson-Bolanos may find himself back in court on other charges related to Woll’s murder as...
Road rage leads to shooting on I-94
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – Police are asking for the public’s help investigating a shooting on a Washtenaw County freeway. A road rage incident led to shots fired between a black Equinox and a black Charger around 4 p.m. Thursday, July 18, on eastbound I-94 near M-52 in Sylvan Township, Michigan State police said in a release.
Homeless shelter guests, staff help bring new Ann Arbor mural to life
ANN ARBOR, MI — While the Ann Arbor Art Fair has downtown filled with thousands of art seekers, a new mural is springing to life only blocks away from the action. TreeTown Murals, led by Mary Thiefels and Danijel Matanic, recently painted a new floral design on the Ann Arbor Railroad bridge over Huron Street welcoming visitors to downtown.
Man with dementia wakes up, stabs wife, grandson in Sterling Heights
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI – A 74-year-old man with dementia allegedly attacked his wife and grandson with a knife in Sterling Heights. According to the Sterling Heights Police Department, the incident occurred at a residence on Danforth Drive at 7:20 p.m. on Thursday after the woman tried to wake her sleeping husband.
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