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Ex-Michigan House Speaker’s wife sentenced to probation for embezzling from nonprofit
Read full article: Ex-Michigan House Speaker’s wife sentenced to probation for embezzling from nonprofitStephanie Chatfield, 38, of Levering, Mich., pleaded guilty last month to one felony count of embezzlement from a nonprofit.
Cooler air arrives after a breezy day and a few scattered showers and storms
Read full article: Cooler air arrives after a breezy day and a few scattered showers and stormsWhile an isolated shower or thunderstorm cannot be completely ruled out later this morning into the early afternoon, the chances remain quite low.
Michigan basketball stars shine in NBA summer league as Lendeborg wins another championship, MVP award
Read full article: Michigan basketball stars shine in NBA summer league as Lendeborg wins another championship, MVP awardThe Michigan Wolverines’ growing reputation as an NBA pipeline was on full display during the 2026 NBA Summer League, with eight former players taking the court and several making immediate impressions.
Severe storms, damaging winds possible overnight as cold front moves into Metro Detroit
Read full article: Severe storms, damaging winds possible overnight as cold front moves into Metro DetroitSoutheast Michigan saw hazy skies and a few stray showers in the Thumb region Monday evening. As a cold front moves through, we’ll see a better chance for rain overnight into Tuesday.
‘Forever, Go Blue’: University of Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel issues statement on his departure
Read full article: ‘Forever, Go Blue’: University of Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel issues statement on his departureAccording to a statement from the President of the University of Michigan, Athletic Director and former Wolverine defensive tackle, Warde Manuel, will be stepping down at the end of the 2026 calendar year.
Michigan cyclosporiasis cases rise to over 6,100; gaining 1,000+ over the weekend
Read full article: Michigan cyclosporiasis cases rise to over 6,100; gaining 1,000+ over the weekendCyclosporiasis cases in Michigan continue to rise, with state health officials reporting more than 6,100 confirmed cases Monday.
Air Quality Alert continues Monday; overnight severe storm threat develops across Southeast Michigan
Read full article: Air Quality Alert continues Monday; overnight severe storm threat develops across Southeast MichiganA statewide Air Quality Alert continues today. Southeast Michigan remains under a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) for severe weather tonight into early Tuesday morning. The greatest potential for severe storms is expected between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m.
Michigan State Police launch statewide ‘Move Over’ enforcement: What drivers need to know
Read full article: Michigan State Police launch statewide ‘Move Over’ enforcement: What drivers need to knowOn Monday, the Michigan State Police are cracking down on drivers who don’t move over for emergency vehicles. It’s a statewide effort that aims to protect first responders and remind motorists of the state’s “Move Over” laws, which have existed since 1949.
Wildfire Smoke Lingers Across Michigan Today; Cooler Air Arrives Before Storm Chances Return
Read full article: Wildfire Smoke Lingers Across Michigan Today; Cooler Air Arrives Before Storm Chances ReturnA statewide Air Quality Alert remains in effect today as another round of Canadian wildfire smoke continues to drift across Michigan. While hazy skies will persist across Southeast Michigan through much of the day, forecast models indicate smoke concentrations should gradually decrease by this evening and tonight.
Ontario premier pushes back after Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke
Read full article: Ontario premier pushes back after Trump blames Canada for wildfire smokeOntario Premier Doug Ford is pushing back after President Donald Trump accused Canada of failing to properly manage its forests, calling it a “shame” that some American officials are blaming Canada for wildfire smoke.
Taylor Farms recall: Check your fridge for iceberg lettuce products sold in Michigan amid cyclosporiasis outbreak
Read full article: Taylor Farms recall: Check your fridge for iceberg lettuce products sold in Michigan amid cyclosporiasis outbreakTaylor Farms de Mexico is pulling iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market over possible cyclospora contamination — and the distribution list includes Michigan.
What is alpha-gal syndrome? Know the signs, prevention of emerging condition
Read full article: What is alpha-gal syndrome? Know the signs, prevention of emerging conditionThere’s a type of food allergy you might not expect because it doesn’t come from foods like peanuts, dairy, wheat or soy -- it actually comes from tick bites.
First lawsuit filed in Taco Bell Cyclospora outbreak as cases climb over 5,000 in Michigan
Read full article: First lawsuit filed in Taco Bell Cyclospora outbreak as cases climb over 5,000 in MichiganMichigan is at the center of what could be the largest cyclospora outbreak in U.S. history and now the legal fight has begun.
Air quality concerns continue before chances for severe weather move into Metro Detroit this weekend
Read full article: Air quality concerns continue before chances for severe weather move into Metro Detroit this weekendAir quality will remain into the very unhealthy to hazardous range before storm chances arrive Saturday
Wildfire Smoke Continues to Impact Metro Detroit; Severe Storm Risk Returns Saturday
Read full article: Wildfire Smoke Continues to Impact Metro Detroit; Severe Storm Risk Returns SaturdayThe Air Quality Alert remains in effect today as dense Canadian wildfire smoke continues to create Very Unhealthy to Hazardous air quality conditions across Metro Detroit and much of Southeast Michigan.
Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce under FDA investigation in Taco Bell cyclospora Michigan outbreak
Read full article: Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce under FDA investigation in Taco Bell cyclospora Michigan outbreakThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration is investigating whether iceberg lettuce supplied to Taco Bell restaurants by Taylor Farms is the source of a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak, according to NBC News, which cited a person familiar with the investigation.
Mike Cox sues Jocelyn Benson over FOIA request seeking records tied to Southern Poverty Law Center
Read full article: Mike Cox sues Jocelyn Benson over FOIA request seeking records tied to Southern Poverty Law CenterRepublican gubernatorial candidate Mike Cox has filed a lawsuit against Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, who is also running to be Michigan’s next governor, alleging her office has failed to produce public records related to her past involvement with the Southern Poverty Law Center despite a Freedom of Information Act request filed nearly three months ago.
Detroit crime hits decades-low as Michigan governor candidates debate how to keep progress going
Read full article: Detroit crime hits decades-low as Michigan governor candidates debate how to keep progress goingViolent crime has been trending downward in Detroit and across Michigan, but the five major candidates running for governor disagree on what it will take to sustain that progress.
4Warn Weather Alert: Dangerous smoke clears in time for strong storms in Metro Detroit
Read full article: 4Warn Weather Alert: Dangerous smoke clears in time for strong storms in Metro DetroitThe 4Warn Weather Alert and Air Quality Alert have been extended through Friday as dangerous wildfire smoke continues to blanket Southeast Michigan, creating the worst air quality our region has experienced on record.
3 of Michigan’s largest electric utilities under investigation over response to recent storms
Read full article: 3 of Michigan’s largest electric utilities under investigation over response to recent stormsThree of Michigan’s largest electric utilities are under investigation over restoration efforts following the severe storms that left thousands of Michiganders without power over the Fourth of July weekend.
Stellantis responds to concerns over autoworkers’ conditions in hazardous air quality
Read full article: Stellantis responds to concerns over autoworkers’ conditions in hazardous air qualityLocal 4 has received numerous complaints regarding auto employees working under hazardous air quality conditions.
Detroit ranked as having the worst air quality in the world -- see interactive map
Read full article: Detroit ranked as having the worst air quality in the world -- see interactive mapDetroit has been ranked as having the worst air quality in the world on Thursday after Canadian wildfire smoke blanketed Michigan.