Former Tigers all-star's son commits to Michigan
ANN ARBOR, MICH (Fox 2) - Gary Sheffield played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball, including two years with the Detroit Tigers. Now, the 9-time all star&ap...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
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Michigan man went to Nevada for bowling tournament; he won $1M in World Series of Poker
Last week, Schiller went to Reno to compete in a bowling tournament — and he came home the winner of a lucky $1 million payout following a side trip to pl...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Michigan Cops Swarm Dearborn Mall After Deadly Shooting Allegedly Erupts Inside
Two people are dead and a third is wounded after gunfire ripped through a Michigan shopping mall on Friday afternoon, police said.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Police investigate a shopping mall shooting that left 2 dead in suburban Detroit
DEARBORN, Mich, (AP) — A shooting altercation between two groups of young people at a shopping mall in Dearborn, Michigan, left two people dead and a
Jul 4, 2026Open source
2 dead, 1 injured in shooting at Fairlane Town Center in Dearborn, Michigan, police say
Two people are dead and one is injured after a shooting at Fairlane Town Center in Dearborn, Michigan, on Friday afternoon, police said.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Michigan lawmakers OK increased student funding and investments in literacy
The Michigan Legislature on Friday morning approved a $22.9 billion education budget for the 2026-27 school year that provides additional funding for all stu...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Wayne County health officials track 27 potential cyclosporiasis cases amid growing Michigan outbreak
Wayne County health officials say they are tracking 27 potential cases of cyclosporiasis as part of a growing intestinal illness outbreak spreading across so...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Extreme heat continues Friday before storms impact Fourth of July holiday weekend in Metro Detroit
An extreme heat warning has been extended through 8 p.m. Friday for most of southeast Michigan, as the threat of strong storms emerges.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
10 cats rescued from Redford Township home now receiving care at Michigan Humane
Ten cats were rescued from a Redford Township home deemed an imminent danger to public health and are now receiving care at Michigan Humane as rescue efforts...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
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Buffalo's Michigan Street Bridge temporarily closed after heat caused metal expansion
Buffalo's Michigan Street Bridge is temporarily closed to vehicles and pedestrians after heat caused metal expansion and a potential electrical issue. No reo...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
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Michigan is keeping five-star prospect Brandon McCoy Jr., the latest recruit to announce his intention to stay in the wake of coach Dusty May
Jul 5, 2026Open source
What to know about cyclosporiasis as Michigan health officials investigate 300+ cases in outbreak
Over 300 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported within a week in Southeast Michigan, and Michigan health officials are investigating.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Michigan to ban lawmakers, department heads from lobbying for 2 years after leaving office
The Lansing lobbying corps includes several former lawmakers who often transitioned to their new jobs shortly after leaving office.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Legislature OKs low-income housing credit, limits on corporate homebuyers in affordability push
The Legislature finalized several bills aimed at tackling Michigan’s shortage of affordable housing, backing a new low-income tax credit and restricting la...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Michigan budget with some spending cuts approved after all-night session
The budget, which will take effect Oct. 1, totals $75.2 billion of federal and state dollars — though it will actually be larger assuming billions in other...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Indiana Michigan Power works to restore power to thousands after weekend storms
Almost 2,000 people in South Bend are without power due to holiday weekend storms, with 28,550 customers affected in total between Michigan and Indiana. I&M...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
‘Dinner on the Farm’ gets help from county
Yolo County supervisors are expected to approve a $1,500 request from the Center for Land-Based Learning to help put on the Dinner on the Farm. The summer ev...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Millet competes at USA Jr Olympic Championships
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Kane native Lillian Millet learned the fundamentals of firearm safety and target shooting with the Bradford Youth Trap Team, which quick...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Severe storms leave widespread damage, power outages across SE Michigan, more storms possible for Fourth of...
A round of powerful storms left behind widespread damage across Southeast Michigan Friday evening, knocking down trees and power lines and leaving hundreds o...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Pabst Blue Ribbon Debuts Retro Motel in Michigan
What’s the new buzz around Pabst Blue Ribbon? Well, the beer company with ties to Chicago is tapping into a new realm of the hospitality industry.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Michigan lawmakers still don’t have a budget deal, scuttling likelihood of a vote before midnight
After working late on Wednesday to send 2026-27 fiscal year budget negotiations to the respective leaders of the state House, Senate and Gov. Gretchen Whitme...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
MDOC reports fourth death at Women’s Huron Valley prison in under two months
Dalephenia Jones, a 62-year-old woman who was incarcerated at Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility in Ypsilanti, died on Thursday, according to a rel...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Imams thank local police, county prosecutor for swift action on threats to Madison Heights mosque
Members of the Imams Council of Michigan gathered at the American Islamic Community Center in Madison Heights, which was the target of threats of death and v...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Opinion | An anonymous abuse report targeted Buttigieg, but Michigan CPS did its job
Mr. Buttigieg and his family were surely distressed and frightened. Who wouldn’t be? But as we consider what policies should be enacted to prevent Mr. Butt...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Is ignoring a child’s doctor ‘neglect’? Michigan bill would allow an exception
A Michigan mom’s embrace of ‘holistic’ medicine for her daughter’s condition triggered a CPS investigation. Her story prompted a bill that would rede...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Dam safety reforms, millions for repairs advance in Michigan Legislature
Dueling state House and state Senate bills need additional votes before heading to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s desk, but the votes represent major action on re...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Macomb Foster Closet gets new electric van to expand services for foster care kids
A Southeast Michigan nonprofit that provides free clothing and essential items to children affected by foster care unveiled a new all-electric delivery van t...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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Westland is in Wayne County, Michigan.
Region: Michigan
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Buffalo's Michigan Street Bridge temporarily closed after heat caused metal expansion
Buffalo's Michigan Street Bridge is temporarily closed to vehicles and pedestrians after heat caused metal expansion and a potential electrical issue. No reo...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
Former Tigers all-star's son commits to Michigan
ANN ARBOR, MICH (Fox 2) - Gary Sheffield played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball, including two years with the Detroit Tigers. Now, the 9-time all star&ap...
Jul 5, 2026Open source
NCAAM
Michigan is keeping five-star prospect Brandon McCoy Jr., the latest recruit to announce his intention to stay in the wake of coach Dusty May
Jul 5, 2026Open source
What to know about cyclosporiasis as Michigan health officials investigate 300+ cases in outbreak
Over 300 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported within a week in Southeast Michigan, and Michigan health officials are investigating.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Michigan man went to Nevada for bowling tournament; he won $1M in World Series of Poker
Last week, Schiller went to Reno to compete in a bowling tournament — and he came home the winner of a lucky $1 million payout following a side trip to pl...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Michigan to ban lawmakers, department heads from lobbying for 2 years after leaving office
The Lansing lobbying corps includes several former lawmakers who often transitioned to their new jobs shortly after leaving office.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Legislature OKs low-income housing credit, limits on corporate homebuyers in affordability push
The Legislature finalized several bills aimed at tackling Michigan’s shortage of affordable housing, backing a new low-income tax credit and restricting la...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Michigan budget with some spending cuts approved after all-night session
The budget, which will take effect Oct. 1, totals $75.2 billion of federal and state dollars — though it will actually be larger assuming billions in other...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Indiana Michigan Power works to restore power to thousands after weekend storms
Almost 2,000 people in South Bend are without power due to holiday weekend storms, with 28,550 customers affected in total between Michigan and Indiana. I&M...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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