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Metro Detroit Forecast: Nice weather returns with cleaner air
Today brings a noticeable change with cleaner air, lower humidity, and mild temperatures with highs in the mid to upper 70s.
Game Day Social is bringing wings, drinks, and big-screen sports to West Bloomfield
Game Day Social is bringing another place to yell at the TV, eat wings, and pretend this is finally the Lions’ year. The post Game Day Social is bringing wings, drinks, and big-sc…
Michigan Affordable Care Act marketplace enrollment slumps amid rising costs
Michigan lost 130,000 enrollments in marketplace plans in February 2026, part of a national wave of dropoffs.
Retired U.S. Army colonel publishes seventh novel
"Finding Innocence," by John Wemlinger, is based on a true-life experience he had as a young captain commanding a training company in the mid-1970’s.
Michigan cyclosporiasis cases surpass 7,000, per MDHHS
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said the number of people with confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis has climbed to more than 7,000 as of Wednesday morning.
AI campaign ads are here. Is Michigan’s new deepfake law ready?
From a candidate fist fight to a potential tractor attack, AI-generated political ads are putting Michigan’s new deepfake law to the test.
FDA says Taylor Farms lettuce Cyclospora test was false positive, recall remains
FDA reversed a Cyclospora finding on Taylor Farms lettuce, but the recall is still on. Here’s what shoppers need to know.
Chris Gotterup, Jason Day & more commit to 2026 Rocket Classic
With just over a week until the opening rounds of the 2026 Rocket Classic presented by AlumniFi, more of the top players in the world have committed to play.
Michigan cherry growers brace for small harvest. Some cancel U-Pick
Spring frosts meant summer troubles for Michigan cherry farmers, who are lowering expectations and offerings.
Manistee County Library awarded $25,000 literacy grant
Manistee County Library wins $25,000 grant to expand adult and digital literacy.
Chris Janson, Rick Ross & Gene Simmons to play at USPBL Fall Music Classic at UWM Field
A new three-day music festival coming to UWM Field in Utica this fall will bring together hip hop, rock and country music stars.
Federal policy shields safety details of many Michigan dams. Foes demand change
Critics say owners of nearly 100 dams in Michigan take advantage of policies passed after 2001 terror attacks to deprive the public of basic information about the structures.
Nearly $1.3 billion in Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots up for grabs
The Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots continue to grow after no winners. See the latest jackpot totals, winning numbers and drawing dates.
Thousands expected to gather in Detroit for Rising From the Ashes Revival today
Thousands are expected to gather in downtown Detroit today for a first-of-its-kind event highlighting faith, fellowship and giving back.
In Michigan, 100K live downstream of old, decrepit dams. ‘We’re at their mercy’
Michigan’s aging dams pose growing risks to thousands of downstream residents. Weak standards, slow enforcement and scarce funding mean problem dams fester as climate change bring…
DEA extradites two Colombian men to Grand Rapids in cocaine case
The DEA says two Colombian men accused of trafficking cocaine into the U.S. were extradited to West Michigan for federal court.
Forgotten Harvest free summer lunch program feeds kids across metro Detroit
Forgotten Harvest is working to fight food insecurity in metro Detroit this summer through its free lunch program for kids — and it's all made possible through donor funding.
Michigan House must send blocked bills to Whitmer as Supremes decline appeal
Michigan Supreme Court order appears to end a lengthy legal battle over Democrat-approved bills that House Republicans refused to send to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s desk.
Taylor Farms recalls dozens of lettuce products tied to Cyclospora outbreak investigation
Taylor Farms is recalling iceberg lettuce products over Cyclospora concerns as FDA and CDC investigate a multistate outbreak.
How Forgotten Harvest is fighting food insecurity with hundreds of partner agencies
Wednesday is our Day of Giving at WXYZ to support Forgotten Harvest, a local non-profit that fights hunger and food insecurity in metro Detroit.
Bridge Michigan News Quiz, July 10: Hot weather, saucy trivia
Do you have your finger on the pulse of the week in Michigan news?
Old Kirke Museum to host Lakeshore Keepers director
Jack Greve, executive director of the Ludington-based Lakeshore Keepers, will be the featured speaker at the Old Kirke Museum this week.
Alleged scam tied to Ann Arbor group leaves some Morgan Wallen fans without concert tickets
Multiple people who bought Morgan Wallen concert tickets through a third party say the tickets they paid for have not arrived ahead of the country star's two shows at Michigan Sta…
Bridge Listens Issues Watch continues with virtual discussion on democracy
Join Bridge reporters on July 29 as they discuss the issues around the state of democracy including the political divide, election integrity, money in politics and more.
Manistee City Council could approve contract for 3 street projects
Manistee City Council could approve a contract with Molon Asphalt, of Traverse City, for street improvement projects during its upcoming meeting.
3 hospitalized after drive-by shooting in Detroit
Three people were hospitalized after a drive-by shooting in Detroit Tuesday evening, police say. It happened around 7:15 p.m. on Whithorn Street near Conner Street.
Fact check: Republicans spar on AI, DEI in Michigan gubernatorial debate
John James fired back in a Republican gubernatorial debate with Mike Cox and Perry Johnson. Here are the facts.
Coast Guard airlifts woman having medical emergency from Beaver Island
A Coast Guard helicopter airlifted a 34-year-old woman from Beaver Island Friday.
Canada cancels joint bridge-opening event with US after Trump announces tariffs
A planned U.S.-Canada ceremony celebrating the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge is no longer expected to take place after President Trump announced a 50% tariff on …
Michigan releases prison autopsy, transfers inmate who alleged mold sickness
A woman at the center of black mold allegations at Michigan’s only women’s prison is moved to another prison after appealing to federal court, while autopsy reports show another i…