This new bridge aimed to show US-Canada unity but instead stoked divisions
A bridge linking Michigan to Ontario is about to open but Canada has disinvited US dignitaries from the ceremony.
Jul 24, 2026Open source
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Detroit Jewish Democrat Donors Have a Plan B If El-Sayed Wins Senate Nom - Fundraisers for GOP
Detroit Jewish Democrat donors consider backing GOP if El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primary.
Jul 24, 2026Open source
Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan rise to more than 7,600 -- here’s a breakdown by county
Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan continue to rise, with state health officials reporting more than 7,600 confirmed cases Thursday.
Jul 24, 2026Open source
Attorney General receives 3 complaints about well-known Michigan football tailgater
A well-known Michigan football tailgater is the subject of three complaints that have been sent to the state’s Attorney General.
Jul 24, 2026Open source
Video: Eminem's Ex-Wife Kim Scott's Explosive Bodycam Meltdown After Suicide Attempt
TMZ obtained the footage from Kim's Michigan home ... she's visibly furious as first responders strap her to a gurney and move her toward an ambulance ... dr...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Families demand answers after 4 women die at Michigan’s only women’s prison in 2 months
Families and community members gathered outside the Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility, demanding answers after four women died at the prison over...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Abdul El-Sayed Denounces ‘Pay Gap’ for Black Women but Earned $20K More Than His Black Female Replaceme...
As Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed celebrates "Black Women’s Equal Pay Day" this week, records show the left-wing Democrat’s salary as health di...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Woman files negligence lawsuit in Sarasota County after father found dead in apartment
A Michigan woman has filed a civil negligence lawsuit in Sarasota County against a security guard and his firm, alleging they ignored signs of distress befor...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
‘Never seen it like this': Chicago officials issue warning amid dangerous boating season
Reckless behavior by boaters on the Chicago River and in Lake Michigan this year is the worst it's been in decades, officials said on Tuesday.
Jul 22, 2026Open source
William Lawrence Is Running in a Purple Michigan District — on His Pro-Palestine Credentials
Democratic leaders keep backing centrists, but Michigan progressive William Lawrence is trying to harness left-leaning energy on Palestine.
Jul 22, 2026Open source
314 Action Fund Endorses Abdul El-Sayed In Michigan Senate Race
“We need new, bold, progressive leaders like Abdul working to create systemic change,” the group working to elect Democratic scientists said.
Jul 22, 2026Open source
Undocumented immigrant who murdered Michigan woman sues Trump, demands $75M, public apology, US citizenship
An undocumented immigrant serving a lengthy prison sentence for the murder of a Michigan woman is suing President Donald Trump, alleging he faced humiliation...
Jul 21, 2026Open source
It's All in the Family: Abdul El-Sayed's Radical Sister Called for a 'Stateless, Communized Society' and Wa...
The left-wing Michigan Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed launched a new ad campaign last week highlighting his family's "roots in mid-Michigan." The ad features...
Jul 21, 2026Open source
In Michigan, the price of energy is on the ballot and both parties know it
The GOP spent years circling the state as a key 2026 pickup opportunity. But after a lopsided election loss, doubts are creeping in.
Jul 20, 2026Open source
Abdul El-Sayed Hailed as 'Longtime Friend' of Democratic Socialists and Headlined Socialist Fundraiser With...
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed (D.) is distancing himself from the Democratic Socialists of America, insisting he is "not technically or practicall...
Jul 20, 2026Open source
Warren defies Schumer as Dem civil war explodes over must-win Senate race
Elizabeth Warren endorsed Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Democratic primary, breaking from Chuck Schumer's backing of Rep. Haley Stevens in a party divide.
Jul 20, 2026Open source
Editorial: Finally, a new bridge from the Midwest to Canada. No thanks to Donald Trump.
Behold the new Gordie Howe International Bridge, offering a direct connection between Michigan's I-75 and Ontario's Highway 401. Trumpian cronyism got in the...
Jul 20, 2026Open source
The Cube brings a glitzy game show experience to Michigan Avenue
A new entertainment venue off the Magnificent Mile duplicates the challenges from a popular British game show.
Jul 20, 2026Open source
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Big Rapids is in Mecosta County, Michigan.
Region: Central Michigan
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Editorial: Michigan Avenue is improving. But State Street has never looked so shabby.
Time to turn our attention to State Street, an iconic Chicago thoroughfare that, thanks to a 3-year construction project, is falling apart.
Jul 24, 2026Open source
Gov. Whitmer signs bills expanding Michigan’s Amber Alert system, creating Silver Alert system
A series of bills were passed on Thursday with a goal of ensuring children, seniors and vulnerable adults are safe in Michigan.
Jul 24, 2026Open source
Michigan man arrested after refusing to let girlfriend out of vehicle, fleeing from police
A 45-year-old man was taken into custody on Thursday after an incident the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office is calling a “domestic kidnapping.”
Jul 24, 2026Open source
‘Proud pedophile:’ Michigan man charged in child sex material case after feds find explicit chats
The allegations against Daniel Joseph Maudlin, 58, of Taylor started with a tip that dates back to 2018, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FB...
Jul 24, 2026Open source
This new bridge aimed to show US-Canada unity but instead stoked divisions
A bridge linking Michigan to Ontario is about to open but Canada disinvited US dignitaries from Friday's ceremony.
Jul 24, 2026Open source
Detroit Jewish Democrat Donors Have a Plan B If El-Sayed Wins Senate Nom - Fundraisers for GOP
Detroit Jewish Democrat donors consider backing GOP if El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primary.
Jul 24, 2026Open source
Video: Eminem's Ex-Wife Kim Scott's Explosive Bodycam Meltdown After Suicide Attempt
TMZ obtained the footage from Kim's Michigan home ... she's visibly furious as first responders strap her to a gurney and move her toward an ambulance ... dr...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
Abdul El-Sayed Denounces ‘Pay Gap’ for Black Women but Earned $20K More Than His Black Female Replaceme...
As Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed celebrates "Black Women’s Equal Pay Day" this week, records show the left-wing Democrat’s salary as health di...
Jul 23, 2026Open source
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