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WARNING: Deadly Disease From Bug Bites Now Confirmed In Michigan
There are plenty of reasons Michigan residents enjoy summertime in Michigan. One of those reasons is the warmer weather that allows us to enjoy more of our favorite outdoor activities. But state officials are now warning residents to take caution outdoors as a deadly disease spread through bug bites has been confirmed in Michigan.
Morning 4: Sentence given to Michigan man who dredged river in Sleeping Bear Dunes lakeshore -- and more news
Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day. So, let’s get to the news. Michigan man sentenced for dredging river inside Sleeping Bear Dunes. A Michigan man was sentenced after being found guilty on federal tampering and vandalism charges...
Alert: Beware of Fake Amazon Drivers in Michigan
Porch pirates may be stepping it up a notch in Michigan communities. The porch pirate problem is nothing new. Since online shopping has exploded, so has theft from our front doors. However, a new widespread problem has reared its ugly head. Some thieves are dressing as Amazon drivers and stealing packages off of people's front doors. We saw stories over the last few months surface from Minnesota, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. Now, this crime trend is hitting Michigan. If there has ever been a time to get security cameras or at least a ring camera, the time is now.
Michigan’s Adventure, Cedar Point Now Operate as Six Flags Parks
On Monday, regional theme park giants Six Flags and Cedar Fair completed their merger, creating the newly minted Six Flags Entertainment Corporation. This union solidifies Six Flags' position as the largest amusement park operator in North America, boasting a lineup of 42 parks across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Gov. Whitmer lowers flags to honor fallen Hillsdale County Sheriff’s Deputy
LANSING — Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and upon all public buildings and grounds across the state of Michigan to be lowered to half-staff on Wednesday, July 3, to honor the life and service of Hillsdale County Sheriff’s Deputy William “Bill” Butler Jr., who passed away in the line of duty. ...
Funding requested for crime prevention efforts in Saginaw
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - The Saginaw Police Department and an organization called HELP are going to lead crime prevention efforts in the community. The efforts would be supported with federal funding Congressman Dan Kildee is working to secure. “For a long time, it felt as though we were turning to...
1,200 Gallons of oil removed from Flint River since spill last week
FLINT, Michigan (WJRT) -- The investigation continues into how more than 1,000 gallons of an oily substance leaked into the Flint River last week. Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley's office says authorities have removed about 1,200 gallons of an oil and water mix since the leak was reported one week ago from a storm sewer outfall in the 1400 block of James P. Cole Boulevard between Merrill and Wood streets.
Bret Michaels calls National Cherry Festival concert one of his best nights ever
TRAVERSE CITY, MI - Bret Michaels didn’t just have nothing but a good time at the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City... he had a great time, calling it one of the best nights of his career. The Poison frontman performed at the festival last night on the Pepsi...
Meet the 2024 All-Livingston County baseball team
It was the year of the catcher in Livingston County baseball. To limit the All-Livingston County first team to only one catcher wouldn’t have produced a group representative of the talent in the area this spring, particularly if players with less-impressive resumes bumped them to fill positional slots. So, three players who were primarily...
POLICE: Fenton man leads officers on high-speed chase, crashes after carjacking
Police are releasing video of a high-speed chase that ended in a crash with police having guns drawn as they approach the suspect. The incident happened on Tuesday afternoon. Michigan State Police say that deputies with the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office attempted to make a traffic stop on Tuesday morning. That vehicle sped off, and police terminated the pursuit.
Michigan woman, 81, rescued after being lost in woods for 20 hours
RICHLAND TOWNSHIP, MI - A Michigan State Police K9 tracked down an 81-year-old woman who had been missing in the woods for 20 hours. Family reported the Ogemaw County woman missing on July 2 after she was last seen around 10 p.m. the night before. Troopers found the woman’s coat, purse and cell phone in her garage, according to a news release.
Is It Illegal to Flash Your High Beams in Michigan?
Flashing your brights at an oncoming driver is not just dangerous, it might be against the law. Let's shine some light on the Michigan law that many of us don't know exists. There are many different scenarios where this situation might come into play. Maybe an oncoming vehicle is approaching you with its high beams on, so you respond by flashing your high beams. Or, you could be flashing your high beams at an oncoming vehicle to alert them to an obstruction in the road or a speed trap ahead. Either way, this could get you in hot water with law enforcement.
Recall Alert: Michigan, Check Your Pet Food Now
There's another recall hitting Michigan, this time effecting your furry babies. The recall hits just a few days after another recall on dog and cat food was just announced here in Michigan. This pet food, could possibly contain salmonella, which could upset your furry babies stomach. New Pet Food Recall...
Night-shining clouds: Summer is the best time to look for these in Michigan
This summer, you may be able to spot rare noctilucent clouds, or night-shining clouds. With the late sunsets and long twilight, now is the time to look for these clouds, which almost appear iridescent. I’ll break down everything you should know if you’re hoping to spot these. Noctilucent...
Hospitality training program pays $500 for passing
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — If you have an interest in the hospitality industry or already work in the industry, the state is offering free training and certifications that would normally cost you $2,500. Through the state budget, the Hospitality Training Institute of Michigan is offering this “Step Up” program...
Michigan’s ‘extremely lax’ mobile home law could get first overhaul since 1987
Holly Hook told lawmakers earlier this year she feels trapped by rising rents. While testifying before the Housing and Human Services Committee in February, Hook said her lot rent at a Swartz Creek mobile home park has more than doubled in the past six years. It jumped 25% after the park was purchased by new owners in 2018, she said, and has ticked up at least 10% every year since then.
Saginaw native helps bring first Latino fraternity to Ferris State University
A recent Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central graduate is bringing the first Latino fraternity to his university. Saginaw native helps bring first Latino fraternity to Ferris State University. D'Angelo Olvera and three of his classmates recently founded the first Hispanic fraternity at Ferris State University.
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