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Michigan football legend Blake Corum to throw ceremonial first Pitch at Detroit Tigers gameMichigan Wolverines football legend Blake Corum will throw out the ceremonial first pitch inside Comerica Park as the Detroit Tigers finish off a three-game homestand against the Oakland Athletics.
Michigan basketball senior forward Terrance Williams II declares for 2024 NBA draft Michigan Wolverines senior forward Terrance Williams II, a player of immense talent and potential, made a bold move by declaring for the 2024 NBA draft while maintaining his eligibility to return to collegiate play.
Michigan hockey makes third straight Frozen Four after beating rival SpartansThe University of Michigan hockey team is going to the Frozen Four -- again.
Report: Michigan Wolverines safety Rod Moore sidelined for rest of season with ACL tearAccording to reports, Michigan Wolverines standout safety Rod Moore will miss the 2024 season after he tore his ACL in practice.
Free program aims to teach Washtenaw County children about healthy choicesArea children ages 11-13 can learn about cooking and nutrition through the free Nutrition Buddies at Trinity Health Ann Arbor this summer.
Midwest chefs converge in Ann Arbor for charity ‘Top Knife’ competitionPart of the proceeds will be given to Garret’s Space, a suicide prevention nonprofit helping teenagers deal with mental health challenges.
Catch this Ann Arbor illustrator’s iconic art at the downtown library in MarchIf you’re from or live in Ann Arbor, you can spot a Zingerman’s product from a mile away thanks to the work of illustrator Ian Nagy.
A4 Bracket Battle: This is the best beer maker in the Ann Arbor areaThe newly-crowned champion bested local brewers including Jolly Pumpkin, HOMES, Grizzly Peak Brewing Co. and Wolverine State Brewing Company.
Celebrate nature and sustainability during Ann Arbor’s annual Earth Day FestivalFrom 1-4 p.m., on Sunday, April 21, more than 20 environmental organizations and nonprofits will be at the Leslie Science & Nature Center with family-free displays and hands-on activities.
Ann Arbor giving residents nearly 4,000 trees for free in AprilThe free trees are small, bare-root saplings or seedlings that can be transported in most cars, officials said.
Help determine the future of downtown Ann Arbor at these community workshopsCity officials and members of the Downtown Development Authority will meet with residents and hear their take on land use, sustainability, equity, transportation and street usage.
SponsoredAnn Arbor SPARK showcases green innovation in Washtenaw County during Austin’s SXSW festival SPARK's panel discussion aims to tackle the pressing need for innovation that not only propels businesses into the future but does so with a keen eye on environmental sustainability.
Got water? Ann Arbor hosting tours of water treatment plant in MayCity of Ann Arbor officials will host plant tours, at 919 Sunset Road, and activities during an open house between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 4.
CareYaya to host free digital literacy workshop for Ann Arbor seniors in Mayworkshop participants at the Ann Arbor Senior Center will be shown how to best utilize technology, like virtual reality, to improve their health and quality of life.
‘Time to Teal’ 5K brings ovarian cancer awareness to streets of Ann ArborOn Sunday, May 12, runners can raise money for ovarian cancer awareness during the Mother’s Day “Time to Teal” 5K throughout downtown Ann Arbor.
Ann Arbor police looking for woman who robbed Club Pilates pretending to be clientPolice said the woman had gone into the business around 8:50 a.m. asking to sign up for a 9 a.m. class.
3 days agoMan suspected of Sunday night sexual assault in Ann Arbor in custodyOfficials said the victim talked with their attacker on a dating app before meeting.
76-year-old Pittsfield township man killed in crashAn 18-year-old Ypsilanti man was driving the SUV westward in the curb lane as the 76-year-old man crossed the road.
Police: Suspicious death of 66-year-old woman in Ypsilanti under investigationThe investigation is ongoing but no arrest or suspect information is available, officials said on social media.
Police give all clear after bomb threat made during Motor City Furry Con conventionConvention attendees evacuated the Ann Arbor Marriot at Eagle Crest after police were alerted to a bomb threat around 8 a.m. on Sunday.
19 hours agoPolice don’t believe Ann Arbor shooting that injured driver was randomPolice don’t believe a shooting in Ann Arbor that left a driver injured was random.
SponsoredAnn Arbor SPARK celebrates 20 years of innovation and progress during Annual Meeting and Economic ForumThe event gathered nearly 400 industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and community stakeholders to celebrate the accomplishments of 2023 and reflect on SPARK’s enduring impact.
1 day agoFor Sale: Ann Arbor’s Booksweet bookstore looking for new ownerBooksweet owners Shaun Manning and Truly Render are looking to sell the bookstore to someone who will keep the shop’s identity as a beacon of community.
1 day agoFull interview: Chris Webber discusses University of Michigan, Fab Five banners, much moreMichigan basketball star and Fab Five member Chris Webber sat down with Local 4′s Rhonda Walker for a rare one-on-one interview.
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1 day agoHere’s who is performing at Ann Arbor Summer Festival’s Top of the Park in JuneAnn Arbor Summer Festival events will happen all over the city, with many happening at Top of the Park on Ingalls Mall, Hill Auditorium, and other downtown spots.
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2 days agoUS Marshals join manhunt for ‘armed and dangerous’ Ypsilanti murder suspectAnyone who sees Daniel Lamar Franklin is urged to not approach him, but to call 911.
2 days agoBat with rabies found in Washtenaw County: What to knowThe Washtenaw County Health Department said a rabid bat has been found in the county.
3 days agoApril showers bring May flowers to downtown Ann Arbor with Bloom FestThe annual celebration of downtown shows off more than 30 of the area’s unique businesses.
2 days agoFormer Nine Inch Nails drummer joining University of Michigan faculty this fallGrammy-winning Chris Vrenna joins the university’s faculty as an assistant professor in the Department of Performing Arts Technology.
3 days agoSecurity measures implemented for University of Michigan commencement following protestThe University of Michigan is making plans for Saturday’s upcoming commencement ceremony, and it is considering continuing demonstrations at the heart of the main campus.
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3 days agoMan suspected of sexual assault near U of M campus in custodyA person was sexually assaulted by a man they met on a dating app in a parking garage near the University of Michigan campus.
Peace Corps: University of Michigan students among largest volunteer groups in USMore than 240,000 volunteers have come from 3,000 colleges and universities since Peace Corps was established in 1961.
3 days agoHere’s who will perform at Ann Arbor’s free Sonic Lunch concerts this summerThis year, Sonic Lunch will happen every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the corner of Liberty and Division streets between June 6 and August 29.