75 Fifth Third Brank branches closing in Michigan, including former Comerica Bank locations
Read full article: 75 Fifth Third Brank branches closing in Michigan, including former Comerica Bank locationsFifth Third Bank will close 75 branches in Michigan this summer, including some former Comerica Bank locations.
How a near-fatal shooting on Mackinac Island gave the world its first window into the human stomach
Read full article: How a near-fatal shooting on Mackinac Island gave the world its first window into the human stomach204 years ago today, a man was shot in the stomach with a shotgun in Michigan. The event would go on to reshape medical history.
Detroit beats Seattle in 1st meeting since Mariners eliminated Tigers in ALDS
Read full article: Detroit beats Seattle in 1st meeting since Mariners eliminated Tigers in ALDSGleyber Torres had three hits and Detroit beat Seattle 7-3 on Friday night in their first meeting since the Mariners eliminated the Tigers in the AL Division Series.
Police suspect drugs after semi truck hits man mowing grass along Michigan highway
Read full article: Police suspect drugs after semi truck hits man mowing grass along Michigan highwayA 46-year-old man was airlifted to a Kalamazoo hospital after a semi truck struck his mowing tractor on the side of a Michigan highway.
RX Kids has given $14M to Metro Detroit families. Now the research is catching up
Read full article: RX Kids has given $14M to Metro Detroit families. Now the research is catching upNew research shows that Metro Detroitās Rx Kids program is making a big impact: families are seeing fewer preterm births, healthier babies, and improved well-being.
Hot, humid Friday gives way to stormy start to the weekend across Metro Detroit
Read full article: Hot, humid Friday gives way to stormy start to the weekend across Metro DetroitSummer-like heat and humidity are building across Metro Detroit today, with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s this afternoon with increasing thunderstorm chances later this evening and through the first half of the weekend.
Michigan Dems urge Trump to authorize Gordie Howe Bridge opening as project nears completion
Read full article: Michigan Dems urge Trump to authorize Gordie Howe Bridge opening as project nears completionMichigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel says Republicans need to āquit playing political gamesā
Dam Dilemma: How MSU researchers plan to fix the ādamā problem
Read full article: Dam Dilemma: How MSU researchers plan to fix the ādamā problemDams across the state have continued to fail against record snowmelt, heavy rainfall and infrastructure outdated by decades, now MSU researchers have a plan.
Fire danger rates reach āvery highā across of the U.P. and northern Michigan
Read full article: Fire danger rates reach āvery highā across of the U.P. and northern MichiganWarm temperatures and limited rainfalls have created conditions in Michigan for fires to start and spread fast.
Hot and Humid Weather Returns to Metro Detroit
Read full article: Hot and Humid Weather Returns to Metro DetroitHeating up into the upper 80s under sunny skies today. Increasing humidity and an approaching weather system will bring the return of showers and thunderstorms heading into the weekend.
Local organizations are actively expanding food access -- and new programs are helping them do it
Read full article: Local organizations are actively expanding food access -- and new programs are helping them do itMichiganās communities have long been defined by resilience, strong neighborhood ties and a deep sense of local pride. But across the state, many families still struggle to consistently access fresh, nutritious food.
Michigan opens voting for 2026 āI Votedā sticker contest through June 30
Read full article: Michigan opens voting for 2026 āI Votedā sticker contest through June 30Michiganders can now vote online through June 30 to help choose the final designs for the stateās official āI Votedā sticker for the November 2026 general election.
Three Michigan Connections to this yearās Stanley Cup Final
Read full article: Three Michigan Connections to this yearās Stanley Cup FinalNo matter which side you might find yourself rooting for, itās always interesting to see who is one step away from winning a championship that also happens to have some kind of tie to our great state of Michigan. Vegas stole Game 1 on Tuesday night, but for the rest of the series, here is who you can secretly support.
Agency handling protections for Michiganās mental health patients under scrutiny
Read full article: Agency handling protections for Michiganās mental health patients under scrutinyThe state agency handling complaints and violations for Michiganās five mental health hospitals came under scrutiny again on Tuesday.
Michigan basketball to face UConn in national championship rematch at TD Garden in Boston
Read full article: Michigan basketball to face UConn in national championship rematch at TD Garden in BostonFresh off the second national championship in program history and one of the most memorable seasons in school history, the reigning, defending national champion Michigan Wolverines will open the 2026-27 menās basketball season with a rematch of the national championship game against UConn.
Terrific Tuesday Ahead for Metro Detroit; Summer Warmth Builds This Week
Read full article: Terrific Tuesday Ahead for Metro Detroit; Summer Warmth Builds This WeekTemperatures will top out near seasonal averages in the upper 70s this afternoon under mostly sunny skies, providing ideal conditions for outdoor activities.
Leaders call Washtenaw County data center a game-changer; some neighbors arenāt convinced
Read full article: Leaders call Washtenaw County data center a game-changer; some neighbors arenāt convincedTop tech executives and elected officials gathered Monday afternoon in Saline Township to break ground on what they describe as one of the largest economic investment development deals in Michigan history.
Fifth Third Bank to close 75 Michigan branches, including former Comerica locations
Read full article: Fifth Third Bank to close 75 Michigan branches, including former Comerica locationsFifth Third Bank said it has finalized its list of Michigan branch closures this summer, confirming that 75 locations will shut down in September as part of an ongoing effort to streamline its retail network.
Baby animals left alone might not be abandoned -- what you should (and shouldnāt) do if you see one
Read full article: Baby animals left alone might not be abandoned -- what you should (and shouldnāt) do if you see oneThe end of spring means baby wildlife season is here, hereās what you should and shouldnāt do.
Online commentators Hasan Piker and Cenk Uygur barred from entering the UK for public events
Read full article: Online commentators Hasan Piker and Cenk Uygur barred from entering the UK for public eventsBritish authorities have blocked a Turkish American streamer Hasan Piker and political commentator Cenk Uygur from entering the U.K. The Home Office said Monday that their electronic travel authorizations were canceled over concerns that their presence might not be conducive to the public good.
Distracted driver crashes into Grand Rapids church after looking at tablet behind the wheel
Read full article: Distracted driver crashes into Grand Rapids church after looking at tablet behind the wheelA 32-year-old man was seriously injured after crashing a truck into a Grand Rapids church when he became distracted by a tablet while driving.
How parking lot fight turned into 16 years in prison for Michigan man who hid gun in infantās room
Read full article: How parking lot fight turned into 16 years in prison for Michigan man who hid gun in infantās roomA fight in a parking lot turned into more than 16 years in prison for a Michigan man who hid a gun in an infantās room.
Free gun locks available-- Warren police roll out summer gun safety initiative
Read full article: Free gun locks available-- Warren police roll out summer gun safety initiativeThe Warren police are starting a new summer gun safety initiative focused on educating families about Michiganās safe storage laws.
Michigan Democrats get a chance to make their case for the Senate and their partyās future
Read full article: Michigan Democrats get a chance to make their case for the Senate and their partyās futureThe top Democratic candidates competing for the party's U.S. Senate nomination in Michigan are debating at the state partyās annual policy conference.
āI do love younger girlsā: Michigan man accused of using Reddit to target children
Read full article: āI do love younger girlsā: Michigan man accused of using Reddit to target childrenA federal agent in Detroit says a Flint man is facing charges after he used Reddit to discuss child exploitation, sent explicit images and tried to solicit illegal material from someone who appeared to be a child.
Michigan Girlās High School Flag Football League championship heads to Ford Field
Read full article: Michigan Girlās High School Flag Football League championship heads to Ford FieldMichigan Girlās High School Flag Football League will come to an end for the season with itās state championship weekend.
Warmest day of the week before cooler, seasonal air returns to Southeast Michigan
Read full article: Warmest day of the week before cooler, seasonal air returns to Southeast MichiganThe warmest day of the week with highs in the low to mid-80s, but as a cold front pushes through this afternoon and evening, there will be a low chance for scattered showers and non-severe thunderstorms
Summer-like heat arrives across Metro Detroit, mainly dry pattern continues
Read full article: Summer-like heat arrives across Metro Detroit, mainly dry pattern continuesSummer-like temperatures expected through Wednesday. These conditions will bring a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms late Wednesday.
Detroit Lions award over $370K to 5 Metro Detroit nonprofits through 2026 Inspire Change initiative
Read full article: Detroit Lions award over $370K to 5 Metro Detroit nonprofits through 2026 Inspire Change initiativeThe Detroit Lions announced that five Metro Detroit organizations will receive a combined $370,825 in grants through the teamās 2026 Inspire Change initiative.
What to know about the candidates running for Michigan attorney general in 2026 election
Read full article: What to know about the candidates running for Michigan attorney general in 2026 electionThe Michigan attorney generalās seat is open in the 2026 election, and two candidates have put their hats in the ring.
Whoās running for Michigan secretary of state in 2026? What to know about the candidates
Read full article: Whoās running for Michigan secretary of state in 2026? What to know about the candidatesThe primary election in Michigan is nearly two months away, and two candidates are running for secretary of state.
Leaders are on-site at Womenās Huron Valley Correctional Facility following inmate deaths, MDOC says
Read full article: Leaders are on-site at Womenās Huron Valley Correctional Facility following inmate deaths, MDOC saysMichigan Department of Corrections Director Heidi E. Washington and other department leaders have recently been on site at the Womenās Huron Valley Correctional Facility, the department said in a press release.
Memorial Day forecast: Patchy morning fog, summer-like warmth settles into Metro Detroit
Read full article: Memorial Day forecast: Patchy morning fog, summer-like warmth settles into Metro DetroitThe clouds and fog will gradually dissipate through the morning, paving the way for a warmer and mostly sunny Memorial Day.
MDOC says leaders are onsite at Womenās Huron Valley; lawmakers call for directorās resignation
Read full article: MDOC says leaders are onsite at Womenās Huron Valley; lawmakers call for directorās resignationMichigan Department of Corrections Director Heidi E. Washington and other department leaders have been onsite this week at the Womenās Huron Valley Correctional Facility, MDOC said in a press update.
Stephen Colbert is back on TV on community access in Michigan along with rocker Jack White
Read full article: Stephen Colbert is back on TV on community access in Michigan along with rocker Jack WhiteFresh off ending his national broadcast show on CBS, Stephen Colbert showed up on community access television in southeast Michigan.
Man becomes first in Michigan to win new $100,000 a year for life prize from lottery
Read full article: Man becomes first in Michigan to win new $100,000 a year for life prize from lotteryA man won the new Millionaire For Life⢠game and is the first player in Michigan to win a $100,000 a year for life prize.
Gas prices hit Michiganās $8B boating industry hard as Memorial Day weekend arrives
Read full article: Gas prices hit Michiganās $8B boating industry hard as Memorial Day weekend arrivesMichiganās boating industry is feeling the pinch as marine fuel tops $6/gal -- well above street prices -- just in time for Memorial Day weekend.
How officials are helping Michiganders install tornado-safe rooms on their property
Read full article: How officials are helping Michiganders install tornado-safe rooms on their propertyThe Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD) is accepting applications for the Michigan Safe Room Rebate Program.
Hereās a list of parades, ceremonies happening across Metro Detroit this Memorial Day weekend
Read full article: Hereās a list of parades, ceremonies happening across Metro Detroit this Memorial Day weekendHere's a look at ceremonies, parades and other events happening across Metro Detroit on Monday in observance of Memorial Day.
Political analyst Richard Czuba explains what brought down Mike Dugganās independent governor bid
Read full article: Political analyst Richard Czuba explains what brought down Mike Dugganās independent governor bidPolitical analyst Richard Czuba, founder of the Glengariff Group, said Duggan faced an uphill battle from the start because of his independent status.
Passenger details Air France flight diversion from Paris to Detroit Metro Airport
Read full article: Passenger details Air France flight diversion from Paris to Detroit Metro AirportThe re-routing of Wednesday nightās Air France flight from Paris to Detroit Metro Airport was a bizarre end to a long travel day.
Cool temps and sunshine in Metro Detroit before Memorial Day weekend rain
Read full article: Cool temps and sunshine in Metro Detroit before Memorial Day weekend rainThere might be a slight chill in the air, but if you sit in the direct sunlight, it will feel quite lovely. Afternoon highs remain below normal, in the mid-60s.
Former Detroit Mayor Duggan cites toxic political climate, suspending his run for Michigan governor
Read full article: Former Detroit Mayor Duggan cites toxic political climate, suspending his run for Michigan governorFormer Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan says he is suspending his campaign for Michigan governor, citing an increasingly ātoxicā political climate due to President Donald Trumpās war with Iran and skyrocketing gas prices.
How 2 men used a fake online identity to exploit Michigan children and got 82 years for it
Read full article: How 2 men used a fake online identity to exploit Michigan children and got 82 years for itA man pretended to be a 15-year-old girl online to manipulate Michigan children into sending explicit material, while a Lansing accomplice fed him their personal information to make it possible.
Flight to Detroit diverted to Canada due to Ebola concerns -- What we know
Read full article: Flight to Detroit diverted to Canada due to Ebola concerns -- What we knowOn Wednesday, May 20, a plane heading to Metro Detroit from France was diverted to Montreal after officials discovered that a passenger from the Democratic Republic of the Congo was on board.
Tigers still canāt solve Guardians, Lose in 10th Inning, 3-2
Read full article: Tigers still canāt solve Guardians, Lose in 10th Inning, 3-2Angel MartĆnez hit a tiebreaking triple in the 10th inning, JosĆ© RamĆrez followed with an RBI double and the Cleveland Guardians beat the slumping Detroit Tigers 3-2.
Fan drive: How event is helping Metro Detroiters who need summer relief from heat
Read full article: Fan drive: How event is helping Metro Detroiters who need summer relief from heatThe Salvation Army is teaming up with hardware stores around Metro Detroit to provide summer heat relief through their annual Fan Drive.
Washtenaw County man sentenced for killing ex-girlfriend days after her personal protection order was granted
Read full article: Washtenaw County man sentenced for killing ex-girlfriend days after her personal protection order was grantedA 61-year-old man will likely spend the rest of his life in prison after shooting and killing his ex-girlfriend in Saline.
Stroke and heart disease death numbers rising in young adults -- the signs you should never ignore
Read full article: Stroke and heart disease death numbers rising in young adults -- the signs you should never ignoreHeart disease and stoke are two of the biggest health threats in Michigan, now becoming more common in younger adults.
After back-to-back days of severe storms in Metro Detroit, cooler, calmer weather arrives mid-week
Read full article: After back-to-back days of severe storms in Metro Detroit, cooler, calmer weather arrives mid-weekAfter multiple rounds of severe weather to start the week, southeast Michigan is finally getting a break from the storms.
List of active weather alerts as storms move through Southeast Michigan on Tuesday
Read full article: List of active weather alerts as storms move through Southeast Michigan on TuesdayAnother active round of severe weather is expected to move across Metro Detroit on Tuesday afternoon and evening as a cold front moves into the area.
Another round of storms expected to move across Metro Detroit Tuesday -- what to expect
Read full article: Another round of storms expected to move across Metro Detroit Tuesday -- what to expectA 4Warn Weather alert is in effect this afternoon and evening in anticipation of another round of strong-to-severe thunderstorms across Metro Detroit.
How Detroit is making baby showers more than just gifts and games
Read full article: How Detroit is making baby showers more than just gifts and gamesLocal doctors and advocates are working to lower Michiganās high maternal and infant mortality rates and the financial pressures that come with a new baby.
A 4Warn Weather Alert was issued for Metro Detroit today -- hereās what this means
Read full article: A 4Warn Weather Alert was issued for Metro Detroit today -- hereās what this meansA 4Warn Weather Alert was issued for Tuesday as more storms are expected to move across Metro Detroit in the afternoon and evening.
Hot, humid air fuels risk for severe storms Tuesday in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Hot, humid air fuels risk for severe storms Tuesday in Metro DetroitA 4Warn Weather alert is in effect this afternoon and evening in anticipation of another round of strong-to-severe thunderstorms across Metro Detroit.
Blue Cross extends coverage for Waterford baby battling rare genetic disease after Local 4 investigation
Read full article: Blue Cross extends coverage for Waterford baby battling rare genetic disease after Local 4 investigationA Waterford 1-year-old living with an ultra-rare genetic disorder could lose her shot at lifesaving treatment if Blue Cross Blue Shield and Michigan Medicine donāt reach a new contract by June 30.
Michigan health officials warn of rising Salmonella outbreaks linked to backyard poultry
Read full article: Michigan health officials warn of rising Salmonella outbreaks linked to backyard poultryMichigan health officials are reporting an increase in Salmonella infections linked to three multistate outbreaks tied to contact with backyard poultry, particularly baby chicks and ducklings.
Damaging winds, hail, heavy rain: What to know about storms hitting Metro Detroit Monday, Tuesday
Read full article: Damaging winds, hail, heavy rain: What to know about storms hitting Metro Detroit Monday, TuesdayMultiple rounds of strong-to-severe thunderstorms are expected to move across Metro Detroit on Monday and Tuesday.
Does āNo Mow Mayā actually help pollinators? Michigan State expert explains
Read full article: Does āNo Mow Mayā actually help pollinators? Michigan State expert explainsāNo Mow Mayā has been popular over the last few years; letting your grass grow a little longer in May to help bees and other pollinators early in the season.