Payne is accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old relative when he lived in Michigan.

The Macomb County apprenticeship program, in collaboration with PCS Company and Macomb Community College, offers a blend of classroom instruction and on-the-job training in skilled trades.

The holiday rush to reach sunnier destinations is about to begin, and families should be prepared to share the road with many other drivers.

Michigan gardeners face a growing threat to their boxwood shrubs as box tree moths, an Asian invasive species, continue to spread across the state.

Michigan has experienced a significant increase in tornado activity this year, with 27 confirmed tornadoes by May 21, doubling the state's annual average.

Advocates voiced support for bills that they say could help protect patients in Michigan’s psychiatric hospitals.

Bahama Breeze, a Caribbean-inspired chain, has closed 15 restaurants, including one in Metro Detroit.

A fast-spreading invasive species has arrived in Metro Detroit.

Thirteen Michigan counties, including Macomb and Oakland, received grant funding for projects on lakes and streams that will help benefit fish and aquatic systems.

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Data from Lake St. Clair shows that water levels decreased in both 2023 and 2024 during this time in May, with projections indicating that this month’s levels are also on the decline.

An 80-year-old Michigan woman’s non-winning ticket led her to a $100,000 lottery prize.

Six Michigan cities ranked among the top 100 best places to live in the U.S., according to U.S News & World Report.

The man accused of abducting, sexually assaulting and murdering Beverly Wivell over 35 years ago appeared in court on Tuesday, where a judge determined the case to be sent back to district court to bind him over for trial.

A Michigan woman accused of setting her husband on fire then driving a van over his burning body was sentenced to life in prison for a second time.

The man accused of abducting, sexually assaulting and murdering Beverly Wivell over 35 years ago is expected to appear in court on Tuesday, where a judge will decide if he is connected to a woman’s disappearance.

Healthcare workers at five nursing facilities in Southeast Michigan are on a 24-hour strike.

A New York man has pleaded guilty to a federal crime threatening Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

Meijer, the Michigan-based grocery store chain, is reducing prices on more than 70 grocery items this summer as consumers continue to deal with rising costs due to inflation.

Workers at five Ciena Healthcare nursing home facilities, represented by SEIU Health Care Michigan (SEIU HCMI), will hold a one-day strike.

A hearing over the disposal of radioactive waste in Van Buren Township brought out concerned community members and elected officials who clarified that they do not want it near their community.

A Michigan woman accused of setting her husband on fire then driving a van over his burning body was sentenced to life in prison Monday for murder after failing to convince a jury for the second time that she wasn’t responsible.

The Attorney General’s audit linked to a Michigan psych hospital for children has been pushed back.

Just a little more than a year after winning a big lottery prize, a 61-year-old Michigan man has won again.

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As the NBA draft approaches, Yaxel Lendeborg finds himself at a crossroads. The talented big man is weighing his options between entering the draft and committing to the Michigan Wolverines basketball program.

“Just because it’s legal doesn’t mean it’s safe.”

The massacre at a small Michigan town remains the deadliest in United States history, even 98 years later.

The Michigan Wolverines have landed a three-star small forward to their already loaded 2025 class.

Two men were arrested and are facing federal charges for their alleged role in an ATM theft at a credit union in Saginaw in 2024.

A man found dead inside a vehicle at a Tennessee tow yard was from Michigan, police said.

As investigators work to identify a man who was found dead in Kentucky in 1989, genealogists say he might have ties to the Detroit area.

Three tornadoes touched down across southeast Michigan early Thursday morning as a powerful line of thunderstorms swept through the region, according to National Weather Service damage surveys.

Many Michiganders are waking up to no power Friday morning following overnight storms.

Overnight storms caused thousands of Michiganders to wake up Friday morning with no power.

Completion of the work to repave the Mackinac Bridge and replace a modular joint has been delayed due to the cold, rainy weather early in the season.

The Storm Prediction Center upped the game tonight, placing parts of Metro Detroit under an Enhanced Risk (level 3) of severe thunderstorms.

The man accused of abducting, sexually assaulting and murdering Beverly Wivell over 35 years ago was given a $5 million bond on Thursday.

A man found dead inside a vehicle at a Tennessee tow yard was from Michigan, police said.

The NFL is set to release the full season schedule on Wednesday night, but per usual, leaks are already making it to the internet.

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Skilled trades leaders are actively working to create more opportunities in trades and engineering for Detroit’s youth.

While not a Michigander, he played a major role in the United States’ military.

The Michigan Department of Treasury has revamped its website to make it easier for residents to check if they have unclaimed property.

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Seasonably warm today with showers and an isolated thunderstorm possible.

President Donald Trump is taking a strong stand against high drug prices in a sweeping executive order. His new plan promises to lower prescription drug costs for Americans by up to 50%.

Michigan lawmakers proposed legislation that would create a new alert system to notify residents when raw sewage contaminates local waterways, addressing long-standing concerns about water quality in communities like Harrison Township.

Seven Detroit men are facing charges in connection with a statewide auto theft ring, and more arrests are expected to come, police said.

A Michigan man has been convicted of murder and first-degree child abuse in connection with the death of a 19-month-old.

Police said the couple received an email claiming they had fraudulent charges for purchasing child pornography on their credit card and were instructed to withdraw $50,000 and give it to a man posing as a Treasury Department official.

A Michigan woman won $100 playing an online game. She used some of that money to buy more lottery tickets and ended up winning a $1 million prize.

A judge is expected to make a decision on the case of the Edenville Dam disaster.

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As warmer weather encourages more outdoor activities, homeowners may find themselves spending more time in the garden or playing with kids in the yard. However, this is also the time when thieves are on the lookout for opportunities. The FBI reports that larceny and theft are particularly common during this season.

A lawmaker from Detroit is joining the crowded field of Democrats vying for the battleground state’s open Senate seat, one of the most critical races as the party aims to regain a majority in the 2026 midterm election.

Two men were arrested and are facing federal charges for their alleged role in an ATM theft at a credit union in Saginaw in 2024.

Four people are facing charges in connection with the death of a missing Michigan man after his remains were found last week.

A Michigan man randomly picked a scratch-off lottery ticket while at the store, and he ended up winning a $300,000 prize.

A Michigan man is facing up to life in prison after he allegedly abused a 5-week-old baby, officials said.

A Michigan dad bought a lottery ticket on a whim and ended up winning a $5.46 million jackpot.

Detroit Catholics erupted in joy Thursday as Cardinal Robert Prevost became the first American elected pope, choosing the name Leo XIV. The pontiff’s Michigan connections made the historic moment even more special.

A grassroots initiative in Southwest Detroit aims to transform a large field into a groundbreaking sustainable park.

No arrests have been made.

Nineteen dams will get funding through the state’s Dam Risk Reduction Grant Program for safety upgrades to reduce the risk of dam failure in Michigan.

Sweetgreen, the popular fast-casual salad chain, is set to open its fifth Michigan location in Oakland County.

A new report from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services estimates that more than 700,000 Michiganders could lose health care coverage under proposed federal Medicaid cuts.

Rising prospects and contenders from Michigan will compete in a boxing event on June 6 in Verona, NY as part of the International Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Weekend.

Kroger is thanking its senior shoppers on Wednesday by offering a 5% discount on total in-store purchases.

Michiganders near the Canadian border might receive an alert on Wednesday.

A federal court affirmed that Michigan’s process for removing voter registrations of people who have died is “more than reasonable.”

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A lawsuit was filed, alleging that the Michigan Department of Corrections instructed guards to use body cameras during routine strip searches at the Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility in Washtenaw County.

Michigan residents will want to make sure they have a star on their driver’s license or state ID from now on.

Mushroom hunting can be a dangerous hobby for newcomers. Before you head out into the woods, you must first be prepared.

A $500 million lawsuit has been filed against the Michigan Department of Corrections and other officials, alleging guards at the Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility used body cameras to record female inmates in showers and during strip searches.

A 23-year-old man living in California has pleaded guilty to the sexual assault of a child.

The PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships will be held at a Southeast Michigan park in 2026.

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is running for governor in 2026 and sharing new anecdotes in her upcoming political memoir, “The Purposeful Warrior,” including her experience with miscarriage.

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The testing aims to prevent and address lead poisoning in children as soon as possible.

Michigan is expected to suspend football coach Sherrone Moore for two games this year to address allegations that he failed to cooperate in the NCAA’s sign-stealing investigation, according to two people familiar with the situation who spoke with AP.

Michigan is going to suspend football coach Sherrone Moore for two games over the advanced scouting case, according to ESPN.

The University of Michigan athletics department has made history with its recent recruiting success, reminiscent of the glory days of the early 1990s.

A man from Washtenaw County is facing federal charges after allegedly coercing children as young as 10 years old for pornographic images on Discord and exchanging sexually graphic messages with multiple children.

The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Marshals Service teamed up for "Operation Egg Hunt" and arrested 36 suspects during a three-day sweep.

Joann Fabric filed for bankruptcy for a second time in January, and now all of its stores are closing. Six Michigan locations closed at the end of April, and the rest will remain open until the end of this month.

A Michigan zoo worker is recovering after being scratched by a bobcat.

A Michigan woman won $300,000 playing one of her favorite scratch-off lottery games.

An Oakland County man is expected to be sentenced Friday for the kidnapping and assault of a 9-year-old girl.

Flags will be lowered to half-staff Friday to honor a Michigan soldier who died during a training accident.

Joann Fabric filed for bankruptcy for a second time in January, and now all of its stores are closing. Six Michigan locations closed at the end of April, and the rest will remain open until the end of this month.

A 59-year-old Michigan man won a million-dollar prize after purchasing several different scratch-off lottery tickets.

He was extradited to Michigan in April to face charges for his alleged role in the theft of a truck and the failed theft of an ATM.

A popular trail within Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula has been closed indefinitely.

The Justice Department is suing four states over climate action.

Jinya Ramen Bar, which recently opened a location in Metro Detroit, is celebrating 15 years in business with special giveaways, including a trip to Tokyo.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed a lawsuit against Roku, alleging that the television platform collects children’s data without obtaining parental consent.

A Saginaw County woman had to call for help after her pet rabbits rapidly started breeding.

A Michigan school district is telling students that no more devices will be in class starting next school year.