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MPPD Reminds Drivers of the Dangers of Impaired Driving
During the busy, end-of-summer travel season that includes the Labor Day holiday weekend, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will be working alongside the Michigan State Police (MSP) and the Mt. Pleasant Police Department (MPPD) to remind drivers of the dangers of impaired driving. In 2023, 41% of fatalities...
Biden awards $50 million to support EV manufacturing in 6 states
(CBS DETROIT) — The Biden administration announced that $50 million will be awarded to six states with significant automotive communities to help convert manufacturing facilities to support the electric vehicle supply chain. The funding is made possible through the administration's Investing in America plan. It builds on the $1.7 billion awarded to 11 "shuttered or at risk" facilities in several states to bolster electric vehicle production. Michigan is one of the recipients and will get $18,406,420.45. The other states that will receive funding include: Ohio: $9,373,236.32 Indiana: $8,770,249.81 Kentucky: $4,876,458.57 Tennessee: $4,513,688.68 Illinois: $4,059,946.17 The allocations were determined after an April request for information on how small- and medium-sized...
Michigan: NASCAR Weekend Schedule, Race Start Time, TV/Streaming Info
After all the controversy surrounding Richmond, NASCAR rolls into Michigan this weekend as the regular season gets closer to a finale. Austin Dillon’s win at Richmond will not count towards the playoffs and actually resulted in a 25 point penalty meaning the driver of the No. 3 will still need a win to make the playoffs, barring an overturn following Richard Childress Racing’s appeal.
Michigan State Police Warn Parents On Posting Back To School Pics
Michigan State Police are once again cautioning parents about sharing back-to-school pictures on social media. A recent Michigan State Police social media post is advising parents not to include the following information when posting first-day-of-school photos,. Names. Teacher Names. Name of school and its location. Grade of child. Age of...
The Big Chill: Farmer’s Almanac Forecast for Michigan This Winter
Too early to talk about winter? Maybe, since Michigan still has a good chunk of summer left and parts of the country are sweating it out with record-breaking high temperatures, but the ''cold" hard fact is the season of chill is just around the corner. Since 1818 the Farmers' Almanac...
Energy Secretary Granholm says Michigan will see great job growth in green manufacturing fields
U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm addresses members of the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters at Washtenaw Community College. Speaking to union members on Wednesday, U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm says Michigan stands to greatly benefit from the expansion of manufacturing taking place in the green industry. Granholm spoke...
Local News podcast for Friday, Aug. 16, 2024
Among our top local stories: The University of Notre Dame has suspended its Men’s Swimming program due to some athletes engaged in gambling on college sports… The Fighting Irish Hockey team will take on Penn State at Wrigley Field in what’s being called the “Frozen Confines.” and two people have been found dead inside a car in Michigan City.
A former 1920s speakeasy celebrates 100 years as one of Kalamazoo’s favorite bars
KALAMAZOO, MI — Going back to its roots as a speakeasy, the Green Top Tavern will celebrate 100 years of serving alcohol in Kalamazoo with a Roaring ‘20s party next week. Patrons are encouraged to show up after 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22, in their best 1920s wear — from gangster style to flapper dress, said owner Randy Newby. There will be big band music, bathtub gin and like any Thursday, half-off appetizers from 6 to 9 p.m.
A few more storms possible tonight before weekend showers
After some loud thunderstorms early Friday morning, a few more storms are possible after 8 PM tonight. One or two storms could be strong with gusty winds and small hail. These storms should move through by 2 AM Saturday. A few more showers are likely during the day on Saturday and Sunday. A stray thunderstorm is also possible this weekend, but no severe weather is expected. It also won't be a washout, so I wouldn't cancel any plans this weekend. Instead, have the ABC57 First Warning Neighborhood Mobile Weather App ready to go. High temperatures this weekend will be in the middle 70s. Rain chances disappear starting Monday, with a beautiful, dry and comfortable stretch of weather on the way for next week.
Michiana Crime Stoppers presents Fugitive Friday for Aug. 16, 2024
Michiana Crime Stoppers presents Fugitive Friday for Aug. 16, 2024. If your anonymous tip leads to the arrest of one of these features, you could receive a Speedy Reward of $300. Avant Green is wanted for Theft. MaryKay Holmes-Morrow is wanted for Probation Violation out of LaPorte County for the...
Michigan Parents Be On the Lookout For THIS As Kids Go Back to School
I remember being a kid and when someone had head lice at school they would get sent home and everyone else would get a letter or call home to inform our parents. Thankfully that never happened to me but I knew some kids and it was really embarrassing for them.
This movie producer is keeping Michigan on the map
PONTIAC, Mich. – The film industry has yet another connection to Michigan. The film “Wake” was made in the state and produced by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Sam Logan Khaleghi. Sam joined Live in the D to talk about the film and why he wants to continue shooting in his hometown.
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