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Michigan anglers are catching more Great Lakes walleye than ever
Michigan anglers are landing more Great Lakes walleye than ever, with Saginaw Bay’s booming fish population boosting harvest and tourism.
Michigan students form multi-university alliance to lobby lawmakers on college affordability
Students from across Michigan are forming a new statewide organization aimed at making higher education more affordable by taking their concerns directly to state lawmakers.
Opinion: Michigan should not become a utility colony for Big Tech data centers
Corporate lobbyists and politically connected developers want us to believe the next great economic miracle for Michigan is the construction of massive AI data centers — sprawling…
Bridge Michigan News Quiz, June 5: Everything is wonderful
The sun is shining and the trivia is firing on all cylinders. Be a hero and answer these questions.
Native Plant Social in Onekama offers free family event June 12
The Native Plant Social at Black Cap Farm in Onekama will feature native plants, expert advice, giveaways and conservation groups.
Officials search Pontiac lake in connection with 2018 cold case murder
Officials have conducted a search of a lake behind Pontiac's Carriage Place Apartments that is connected to a 2018 cold case.
UAW endorses Abdul El-Sayed in major boost for Michigan Senate bid
The United Auto Workers endorsed Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s closely watched U.S. Senate race Friday, giving the progressive former Wayne County health director one of the most c…
Abdul El-Sayed wins key UAW endorsement in tight US Senate race
The progressive wins the endorsement over competitors Mallory McMorrow and Haley Stevens.
Data Center moratorium bills introduced in Michigan: Here's what they contain
Three Michigan Senate bills were introduced yesterday that would place a moratorium on data center plans in Michigan. Here's an in-depth look at what each bill would do.
Spirit of Detroit wears orange jersey for National Gun Violence Awareness Day
The Spirit of Detroit was unveiled wearing an orange jersey on Friday as the city recognizes National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
Michigan treated cannabis like a piggy bank, and the revenue grab is backfiring
Michigan’s decision to treat its already struggling cannabis industry like a piggy bank for road repairs appears to be backfiring, with tax revenue falling far short of expectatio…
Michigan bald eagle success story faces new threats
Michigan bald eagle researchers reported empty nests, starving chicks and unusual nesting failures during the 2026 breeding season. Scientists say severe weather and food shortage…
Subaru recalls nearly 70,000 Forester SUVs over moonroof glass risk
Nearly 70,000 2026 Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid SUVs are being recalled because the moonroof glass could detach during use.
Shooting along I-94 on Detroit's east side leaves 1 injured, freeway shut down
Michigan State Police are investigating a shooting early Friday morning along I-94 on Detroit's east side.
‘Obsession’ and the new golden age of horror
I don’t think this is a very controversial statement, but we are living in the golden age of horror movies. We exist in a time where a grimy, bluesy vampire movie like Sinners can…
Grand Rapids to ‘restore the rapids.’ But how will it keep out lamprey?
Starting July 1, Grand Rapids will begin removing four downtown dams in a two-year effort to restore the natural rapids that gave the city its name. But officials are still studyi…
Social Security cuts could average $500 a month by 2032, report says
A projected Social Security shortfall in 2032 could reduce benefits by 24%, or roughly $500 a month for the average retiree.
Metro Detroit Forecast: Warm again with storm chances
Warmer weather continues today with showers and storms. Chances get started after 4 pm and linger into Saturday afternoon.
Peacefest returns to Waterford with art, music and adoptable dogs
Peacefest Art & Music Festival is returning to Waterford this weekend with two days of art, live music, food, and family-friendly activities. The post Peacefest returns to Wa…
There are 300 named Michigan rivers. Which ones deserve an award?
Bridge Michigan wants you to vote on your favorite rivers in the state as part of a summer-long reporting series.
Weekend Weather: Storm chances return to Michigan this weekend before heat moves in
It's set to be a warm and wet weekend across Michigan. Here's what to expect and an outlook for those attending the NASCAR race at Michigan International Speedway.
Sentencing Friday for Michael Lopez in murder of Melvindale Police Corporal Mohamed Said
A jury has found Michael Lopez guilty in the murder of Melvindale Police Corporal Mohamed Said in 2024. Jury deliberations began late Tuesday morning in the trial.
Muha Meds launches Michigan giveaways with cash and a Dodge Challenger
Cannabis brand Muha Meds is rolling out two giveaways in Michigan, including one with a cash prize and another that includes a new Dodge Challenger. The post Muha Meds launches Mi…
Michigan Medicaid rolls drop 5%, prompting fears of surge in uninsured
Michigan’s Medicaid numbers dwindled after the state reviewed everyone’s eligibility after the pandemic. That began in 2023. It’s unclear why those numbers continue to fall.
Wyze recalls 321,000 outdoor security cameras after reports of fires and burns
The CPSC says Wyze Solar Cam Pan cameras sold nationwide pose a fire risk if assembled with the wrong screw during installation.
Lyon Township set to welcome back colorful skies with annual kite festival
This weekend you can expect a sky full of color in Lyon Township as the annual Kite Festival returns. It’s an event that they’ve held for 17 years now and they say it’ll be fun fo…
Judge permanently blocks Detroit Thermal from using historic Lafayette Park townhome property
A Wayne County judge has permanently blocked Detroit Thermal from using property owned by the historic Mies van der Rohe townhome associations in Lafayette Park to run steam servi…
Michiganders soon to face stricter Medicaid rules. What to know
The ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ of 2025 will mean most working-age, able-bodied Michiganders will have to prove they are working or somehow engaged in the community next year. Details a…
From Monroe County to Mt. Pleasant, black bears are turning up across Michigan. Here's how to stay safe
From Monroe County to Mt. Pleasant, black bears are appearing across Michigan. Here's how to stay safe if you encounter one.
Major closures coming to I-75 and I-96 this weekend; here's what to know
Drivers heading around metro Detroit and to Downtown Detroit for a variety of events this weekend are being reminded about full closures on two highways.