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Driver, 17, dies in fiery crash after vehicle hits multiple trees, police say
MARQUETTE COUNTY, MI – A 17-year-old girl died in an early morning crash after her vehicle went off the road, hit several trees and caught fire, Michigan State Police said. State police have not identified the teen driver killed in the single-vehicle crash. Troopers responded to a 12:05 a.m....
House fire in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula under investigation
DELTA COUNTY, MI – A fire that broke out in the second story of one home is now under investigation, officials said. Escanaba first responders were called shortly after 9 p.m. for a report of a structure fire Saturday, July 6, at 1407 N. 19th St. Police and firefighters...
Massive business fire under investigation, steakhouse closes and more Bay County news
BAY COUNTY, MI – The cause of a massive fire at a Bay County business remains under investigation. Meanwhile, a steakhouse in Bangor Township closed its doors. These headlines and more are below in this recap of stories and headlines readers may have missed during the week of June 30.
Should 19- and 20-year-olds be sentenced to life in prison without the chance of parole?
LANSING, MI – A trio of court cases set to be heard by Michigan’s highest court may change the rules on young defendants facing or serving sentences of life without the possibility of parole. The state Supreme Court is to consider together the cases of Andrew Michael Czarnecki,...
Tornado confirmed in Mid-Michigan after storm flipped boats, felled hundreds of trees
CLARE COUNTY, MI - A Mid-Michigan tornado that was on the ground for 34 minutes during last Friday’s severe thunderstorms has been confirmed by the National Weather Service (NWS). Damage reports that included flipped boats and hundreds of downed trees sent an NWS survey team on Saturday to Clare...
World’s largest bounce house returns with new 5-lane Mega Air Space Slide
FRANKENMUTH, MI — The world’s largest bounce house is returning to one of Michigan’s tourism hot spots this summer with a “mega” new addition. Frankenmuth River Place Shops is once again hosting The Big Bounce America, home of the only Guinness-certified world record holder of The World’s Largest Bounce House, Aug. 8-10. Standing 32 feet tall at its highest point and covering an area of over 16,000 square feet, this gigantic bounce house features slides, ball pits, climbing towers, basketball hoops and friendly, over-sized characters for photo-worthy moments. At its center, is a custom-built stage and resident DJ, who plays music and hosts games and competitions tailored to each age group.
11 road closures scheduled this week across Michigan
Michigan drivers, prepared for construction. Between Sunday, July 7, and Saturday, July 13, more than 130 new lane, ramp, and road closures are scheduled to begin, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). Construction projects will require closures on a number of major roadways coming out of the holiday...
See photos from July 4th fireworks show, celebration in downtown Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, MI - The Fourth of July was celebrated with a bang Saturday night as thousands of people gathered downtown to take in the annual fireworks. The free event kicked off at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 6 in Ah-Nab-Awen Park with live music, food vendors and children’s entertainment. The crowd roared with excitement as the fireworks began around 10:30 p.m.
New summer EBT gives some Michigan families $120 per child to buy groceries
LANSING, MI - A new Michigan Summer EBT program will provide eligible families $120 per child to buy groceries while school is out for summer. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services announced this week that the federal government approved Michigan’s plan for the program. It was created based on similar efforts used during the COVID-19 pandemic to address food insecurity for students.
3 weeks since splash pad shooting, last victim released from hospital
OAKLAND COUNTY, MI - The last of the nine victims who was injured in a mass shooting at a Rochester Hills splash pad is out of the hospital, according to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. The 39-year-old woman was released from the hospital Friday, July 5 -- nearly three...
Annual Cornfest to continue same ol’ traditions at new home
MIDLAND COUNTY, MI – When it comes to wild West vibes and toe-tappin’ tunes, does location even matter? We’ll find out this year, as the once adored Auburn Cornfest picks back up after a one-year hiatus in neighboring Midland County. The 2024 rendition of what is now...
This Michigan venue offers multiple food vendors, entertainment for all
FENTON, MI -- Step into the ultimate family fun zone, where five diverse food vendors, exciting arcades, a beer wall boasting 30 taps, and a vibrant children’s play area come together to create an unforgettable entertainment experience. This is the Railyard Fenton, a place unlike any other in Genesee...
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