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Michigan lawmaker meets with couple jailed in Mexico. Hereโs what happened
Read full article: Michigan lawmaker meets with couple jailed in Mexico. Hereโs what happenedMichigan Rep. Tom Barrett traveled to Mexico to visit the couple that has been imprisoned for weeks. Here's what he said about the meeting.
Prepare for tick season: Expert tips on prevention and safety
Read full article: Prepare for tick season: Expert tips on prevention and safetyWeโre entering the season when ticks come out, and itโs important to be aware of your environment while outdoors. Ticks can transmit a number of potentially harmful germs, including those that cause Lyme disease.
Retired autoworker from Macomb County invited to speak on Trumpโs new tariffs at White House
Read full article: Retired autoworker from Macomb County invited to speak on Trumpโs new tariffs at White HousePresident Donald Trump invited Brian Pannebecker, a retired autoworker from Macomb County, to speak during the news conference where he announced tariffs on imports from all other countries.
Chefs from Northern Michigan restaurant nominated for 2025 James Beard Award
Read full article: Chefs from Northern Michigan restaurant nominated for 2025 James Beard AwardChefs from a Traverse City restaurant are in the running for a 2025 James Beard Award in the Best Chef: Great Lakes category.
Macomb County man accused of selling counterfeit airbags online
Read full article: Macomb County man accused of selling counterfeit airbags onlineAccording to the Attorney Generalโs Office, more than 80,000 vehicles in Michigan may be equipped with counterfeit restraint systems, and over 80% of counterfeit airbags fail to deploy properly during a crash.
Family responds as lawmaker visits Michigan couple jailed in Mexico
Read full article: Family responds as lawmaker visits Michigan couple jailed in MexicoFamily members are expressing gratitude after Rep. Tom Barrett announced that he is visiting Mexico to help facilitate the release of a Michigan couple that has been imprisoned in Cancun for weeks.
Severe storms possible across Michigan on Wednesday. Hereโs what to expect.
Read full article: Severe storms possible across Michigan on Wednesday. Hereโs what to expect.Severe weather is expected to impact Michigan on Wednesday, bringing the threat of damaging winds, flooding, and isolated tornadoes to different areas of the state.
Flood watch issued for portions of SE Michigan -- How to prepare and stay safe
Read full article: Flood watch issued for portions of SE Michigan -- How to prepare and stay safeA flood watch has been issued for portions of Southeast Michigan beginning at 8 p.m. Wednesday night into Thursday morning.
List of active weather alerts in Southeast Michigan as storms sweep the area
Read full article: List of active weather alerts in Southeast Michigan as storms sweep the areaA line of severe storms is approaching with a cold front that could bring damaging winds, isolated tornados, large hail and flooding.
Rep. Barrett heads to Mexico to check on โdeterioratingโ conditions of imprisoned Michigan couple
Read full article: Rep. Barrett heads to Mexico to check on โdeterioratingโ conditions of imprisoned Michigan coupleA Michigan couple has been detained in Mexico amid a dispute over timeshare payments with a resort company, and now, Michigan Rep. Tom Barrett is on his way to Cancun to try and facilitate their release.
Michigan lawmaker Mallory McMorrow announces Democratic bid for US Senate
Read full article: Michigan lawmaker Mallory McMorrow announces Democratic bid for US SenateState Sen. Mallory McMorrow, a rising star in the Democratic Party, announced her bid Wednesday for Michiganโs open U.S. Senate seat, becoming the first well-known candidate to officially enter the race for what will undoubtedly be one of 2026โs most competitive and expensive contests.
Timeline: When to expect wintry mix change into severe thunderstorms in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Timeline: When to expect wintry mix change into severe thunderstorms in Metro DetroitSoutheast Michigan is bracing for wet weather, and a winter weather advisory has been issued until 10 a.m. Wednesday for Sanilac County.
Changes to Michiganโs unemployment insurance law go into effect today. Hereโs everything to know
Read full article: Changes to Michiganโs unemployment insurance law go into effect today. Hereโs everything to knowMichigan residents will be able to collect unemployment benefits for longer and could see an increase in their weekly benefit amount with the changes that go into effect on April 2, 2025.
Consumers Energy ramps up efforts to restore power to thousands across Michigan amid severe weather
Read full article: Consumers Energy ramps up efforts to restore power to thousands across Michigan amid severe weatherConsumers Energy said they are making an all-out effort to restore power to thousands of homes and businesses across Michigan as they prepare for another day of severe weather.
Michigan basketball loses starting point guard after signing replacement in transfer portal
Read full article: Michigan basketball loses starting point guard after signing replacement in transfer portalThe Michigan Wolverines have landed North Carolina Tar Heels two-year starter Elliot Cadeau through the transfer portal, but theyโre losing star guard Tre Donaldson in the process.
Oakland County prosecutor wonโt be removed from Jennifer Crumbleyโs case, judge rules
Read full article: Oakland County prosecutor wonโt be removed from Jennifer Crumbleyโs case, judge rulesA judge has denied a motion seeking to remove and disqualify Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald from Jennifer Crumbleyโs case.
Michiganโs first โbeating heartโ transplant performed at Henry Ford Hospital
Read full article: Michiganโs first โbeating heartโ transplant performed at Henry Ford HospitalIn the future, patients can look forward to a quicker recovery post-transplant, as well as better access to donor hearts when one is needed.
New Dearborn lawn care rules to be strictly enforced starting today -- hereโs what to know
Read full article: New Dearborn lawn care rules to be strictly enforced starting today -- hereโs what to knowThe city of Dearborn is cracking down on people who let their grass grow too long, and stricter enforcement begins Tuesday, April 1.
What to know about new regulations as Michiganโs 2025 fishing season opens
Read full article: What to know about new regulations as Michiganโs 2025 fishing season opensFishing season begins April 1, and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding anglers of some new regulations taking effect.
New safety laws in Michigan require rear-facing seats for kids under 2โHereโs what else has changed
Read full article: New safety laws in Michigan require rear-facing seats for kids under 2โHereโs what else has changedChanges are coming to Michiganโs car seat laws, impacting families with young children.
Consumers Energy working to restore power for Michigan residents following Sunday storms
Read full article: Consumers Energy working to restore power for Michigan residents following Sunday stormsConsumers Energy said crews have been working overnight to restore power to residents following the ice storm and severe thunderstorms that swept through Michigan.
3 killed when tree hits vehicle in Michigan and damage reported in Tennessee amid widespread storms
Read full article: 3 killed when tree hits vehicle in Michigan and damage reported in Tennessee amid widespread stormsAuthorities in Michigan say three family members died after a tree struck their vehicle as powerful storms swept across the region.
Should you buy a new car now? Tariff uncertainty clouds price predictions
Read full article: Should you buy a new car now? Tariff uncertainty clouds price predictionsWith tariffs set to take effect next week, the cost of doing business in the auto industry is likely to change, but it's unclear who will bear the financial burden.
Former Metro Detroit teacher heading to trial for allegedly paying students for nude photos, videos
Read full article: Former Metro Detroit teacher heading to trial for allegedly paying students for nude photos, videosAn Oakland County man, and a former Metro Detroit substitute teacher, accused of paying young students for nude photos and videos is heading to trial.
Rain turns to ice, cuts power in Great Lakes region while Tennessee braces for wild weather
Read full article: Rain turns to ice, cuts power in Great Lakes region while Tennessee braces for wild weatherThousands of people have no power in Wisconsin, Michigan and Indiana after freezing rain or severe storms brought down trees and power lines.
Auburn's Pettiford, Michigan State's Richardson renew AAU rivalry in Elite Eight of March Madness
Read full article: Auburn's Pettiford, Michigan State's Richardson renew AAU rivalry in Elite Eight of March MadnessA long rivalry between Auburn's Tahaad Pettiford and Michigan State's Jase Richardson will continue when the freshman guards lead their teams in the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday.
Auburnโs explosive 39-17 run topples Michigan basketball, sending Tigers to Elite 8
Read full article: Auburnโs explosive 39-17 run topples Michigan basketball, sending Tigers to Elite 8The No. 5 seed Michigan Wolverines have been eliminated by the No. 1 seed Auburn Tigers 78-65, snapping their five-game winning streak in the process.
Top-seeded Auburn rallies in 2nd half, beats Michigan 78-65 in Sweet 16 of March Madness
Read full article: Top-seeded Auburn rallies in 2nd half, beats Michigan 78-65 in Sweet 16 of March MadnessFreshman Tahaad Pettiford and senior Denver Jones turned in dazzling performances when it mattered most, rallying top-seeded Auburn to a 78-65 victory over Michigan in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament.
Auburnโs explosive 38-17 run topples Michigan basketball, sending Tigers to Elite 8
Read full article: Auburnโs explosive 38-17 run topples Michigan basketball, sending Tigers to Elite 8The No. 5 seed Michigan Wolverines have been eliminated by the No. 1 seed Auburn Tigers 78-65, snapping their five-game winning streak in the process.
Michigan lawmakers push for hyperbaric chamber oversight after fatal explosion
Read full article: Michigan lawmakers push for hyperbaric chamber oversight after fatal explosionIn response to the tragic death of 5-year-old Thomas Cooper in a hyperbaric chamber explosion at the Oxford Center in Troy, Michigan lawmakers are proposing legislation for mandatory oversight of such facilities.
List: The 51 projects receiving grants to expand access to healthy food in Michigan
Read full article: List: The 51 projects receiving grants to expand access to healthy food in MichiganThere are 51 projects receiving grants from the state of Michigan with the goal of expanding access to healthy food in the state.
Everything you should know about the changes to Michiganโs unemployment insurance law
Read full article: Everything you should know about the changes to Michiganโs unemployment insurance lawMichigan residents can collect unemployment benefits for longer and could see an increase in the benefit amount with the changes to the unemployment insurance law that will go into effect next week.
Protected species of snake killed at Michigan park: โPlease be kind to snakesโ
Read full article: Protected species of snake killed at Michigan park: โPlease be kind to snakesโA botanical garden in Washtenaw County is reminding people to โplease be kind to snakesโ after a protected species of snake was killed.
Wayne County man arrested in Kentucky for alleged role in $1.2M Corvette theft
Read full article: Wayne County man arrested in Kentucky for alleged role in $1.2M Corvette theftHe refused to speak to police after being read his Miranda rights, but while he was being lodged at the jail, he reportedly said, โIf I would have made it back to Michigan, I would have been paid big.โ
If Michigan and Michigan State meet in Elite 8, who needs a win more?
Read full article: If Michigan and Michigan State meet in Elite 8, who needs a win more?The No. 2 seed Michigan State Spartans and the No. 5 seed Michigan Wolverines are on a collision course to make history in a potential Elite 8 matchup inside State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Metro Detroit temperatures to drop again after warm, active weekend
Read full article: Metro Detroit temperatures to drop again after warm, active weekendAn active weather pattern is set to move into Metro Detroit this weekend and early next week. It looks to bring us rain, gusty winds, a few rumbles of thunder, and even a few snowflakes.
โThe deeper I look, the worse it getsโ: Concerns persist for Michigan psych hospital for kids
Read full article: โThe deeper I look, the worse it getsโ: Concerns persist for Michigan psych hospital for kidsA lawmaker is sending a message to Michigan health officials, asking for someone to fix what is wrong at the stateโs only mental health hospital for children.
Traffic backup continues at Blue Water Bridge, causing 2-hour wait for vehicles heading into Canada
Read full article: Traffic backup continues at Blue Water Bridge, causing 2-hour wait for vehicles heading into CanadaA significant backup is continuing to affect traffic at the Blue Water Bridge at the Canadian border.
U.S. automotive industry braces for tariffs -- What consumers need to know
Read full article: U.S. automotive industry braces for tariffs -- What consumers need to knowThe automotive industry is facing a significant challenge with the announcement of 25% tariffs on imported vehicles. President Donald Trump claims this move will boost U.S. manufacturing and encourage companies to relocate operations to the United States.
Detroit Tigers hosting free block parties for opening weekend. Hereโs what to know
Read full article: Detroit Tigers hosting free block parties for opening weekend. Hereโs what to knowFree block parties with food trucks, performances from local DJs, games and more will be held throughout the Detroit Tigers' opening weekend.
DDOT riders push for increased funding to ensure better transit service after Dugganโs budget proposal
Read full article: DDOT riders push for increased funding to ensure better transit service after Dugganโs budget proposalTransportation Riders United is calling for an additional $16 million in addition to the $20 million proposed by Mayor Mike Duggan in his budget to improve service frequency and add and remodel bus shelters.
Detroiters raise concerns over upcoming DDOT plans announced by Duggan in State of the City address
Read full article: Detroiters raise concerns over upcoming DDOT plans announced by Duggan in State of the City addressA transit advocacy group is pushing for more funding for the Detroit Department of Transportation.
Michigan woman outraged after learning doctor who treated her was under investigation for child porn
Read full article: Michigan woman outraged after learning doctor who treated her was under investigation for child pornA Michigan anesthesiologist, Joel Michael Adelsberg, 36, has pleaded guilty to a federal charge of distribution of child pornography, according to court documents.
U.S. Consulate meets with Michigan couple detained in Cancun as fraud allegations continue
Read full article: U.S. Consulate meets with Michigan couple detained in Cancun as fraud allegations continueNew developments have emerged in the effort to secure the release of a Michigan couple who remain incarcerated in Cancun, Mexico, due to fraud allegations.
Why Michigan DNR recommends to plan for spring treatment for this invasive pest in trees
Read full article: Why Michigan DNR recommends to plan for spring treatment for this invasive pest in treesThe Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking people to plan now for spring treatment of hemlock woolly adelgid for those who have hemlock trees on their property.
This viral post will make you appreciate Michigan Stateโs Sweet 16 team even more
Read full article: This viral post will make you appreciate Michigan Stateโs Sweet 16 team even moreA viral social media post is highlighting how much college basketball has changed, and it will really make you appreciate how Michigan State built its Sweet 16 team.
Dearborn enforcing lawn care regulations to maintain community standards -- What to know
Read full article: Dearborn enforcing lawn care regulations to maintain community standards -- What to knowWalking through neighborhoods can be frustrating when encountering overgrown lawns. To address this issue, the City of Dearborn has introduced a new requirement aimed at ensuring residents maintain their properties, contributing to a pleasant living environment.
Would Elite 8 matchup be biggest Michigan vs. Michigan State basketball game ever?
Read full article: Would Elite 8 matchup be biggest Michigan vs. Michigan State basketball game ever?The Michigan Wolverines, led by head coach Dusty May, and the Michigan State Spartans, led by Tom Izzo, are on a collision course. They may meet in the Elite 8 in Atlanta, bringing potential fireworks nationwide.
Police believe alcohol may be factor in car that ended up completely inside Michigan home
Read full article: Police believe alcohol may be factor in car that ended up completely inside Michigan homePolice said the teen driver ignored a stop sign and kept driving after the road ended in a T-intersection.
Michigan couple wrongfully jailed in maximum security Mexican prison, daughter says
Read full article: Michigan couple wrongfully jailed in maximum security Mexican prison, daughter saysA daughter is fighting for her parents, who she says are wrongfully jailed in a maximum-security prison in Cancun, Mexico.
Former Michigan man accused of sexually assaulting minor in 2008 extradited from Georgia
Read full article: Former Michigan man accused of sexually assaulting minor in 2008 extradited from GeorgiaA man was extradited from Georgia to Michigan last week to be arraigned on charges in connection to sexually assaulting a minor in 2008, officials announced.
Deer overpopulation sparks debate as Metro Detroit community discusses cull plan
Read full article: Deer overpopulation sparks debate as Metro Detroit community discusses cull planThe proposed solution would be to perform annual culls or have sharpshooters eliminate the animals from high and allow hunting to help with harvest.
โBe honest, be transparentโ: What Michigan man promises to voters if elected as stateโs governor
Read full article: โBe honest, be transparentโ: What Michigan man promises to voters if elected as stateโs governorA truck driver with a background in delivering goods aims to convince voters that he can deliver results as Michiganโs next governor.
Sweet 16 spotlight shifts as Michigan basketball guard Justin Pippen enters transfer portal
Read full article: Sweet 16 spotlight shifts as Michigan basketball guard Justin Pippen enters transfer portalFormer four-star recruit and the son of Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen, Justin Pippen, announced that he is entering his name in the transfer portal.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Europe investment trip to bolster economic, tourism ties
Read full article: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Europe investment trip to bolster economic, tourism tiesMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is leading a weeklong trade trip to bolster tourism and economic relationships with leaders in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Ex-Michigan coach allegedly hacked personal data, intimate content of over 3,000 student athletes
Read full article: Ex-Michigan coach allegedly hacked personal data, intimate content of over 3,000 student athletesA former University of Michigan coach is facing over 20 charges for allegedly getting personal data and intimate content of over 3,000 student-athletes across the country.
Roddy Gayle's second-half surge leads Michigan past Texas A&M 91-79 in March Madness turnaround
Read full article: Roddy Gayle's second-half surge leads Michigan past Texas A&M 91-79 in March Madness turnaroundMichigan is going back to the Sweet 16 a year after a 24-loss season, using Roddy Gayleโs surge to beat Texas A&M 91-79 in the NCAA Tournament.
Unlikely heroes rescue Michigan in comeback win over Texas A&M to reach Sweet 16
Read full article: Unlikely heroes rescue Michigan in comeback win over Texas A&M to reach Sweet 16Michigan basketball was rescued by a pair of unlikely heroes who took over against Texas A&M and sent the Wolverines to the Sweet 16.
Michiganโs Mackinac Bridge among 68 in US that NTSB recommends be evaluated for risk of collapse
Read full article: Michiganโs Mackinac Bridge among 68 in US that NTSB recommends be evaluated for risk of collapseMichiganโs Mackinac Bridge is among the 68 bridges across 19 states that the National Transportation Safety Board recommended be assessed to determine โthe risk of collapse from a vessel collision.โ