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Here’s how often drivers are using cellphones, seat belts when on the road
Read full article: Here’s how often drivers are using cellphones, seat belts when on the roadResearch shows that Michigan drivers are using cellphones less since a hands-free law went into effect, but they’re also using seatbelts less.
Snowy start in Metro Detroit -- How this can affect morning commute
Read full article: Snowy start in Metro Detroit -- How this can affect morning commuteLight, scattered snow showers will continue to push through Southeast Michigan early today. More seasonal weather returns this weekend.
Surgeons complete landmark 50-hour face transplant on Michigan man after suicide attempt
Read full article: Surgeons complete landmark 50-hour face transplant on Michigan man after suicide attemptAccording to the Mayo Clinic, Derek Pfaff, 30, from Harbor Beach, can blink, swallow, smile, and breathe through his nose for the first time in a decade thanks to a face transplant performed after a suicide attempt.
Man gets 12 years behind bars for role in smuggling 200 pounds of drugs into Michigan
Read full article: Man gets 12 years behind bars for role in smuggling 200 pounds of drugs into MichiganA Washington man will spend 12 and a half years in federal prison for his role in transporting nearly 200 pounds of methamphetamine and other controlled substances into Michigan, officials announced.
Suspects wanted for attempted murder arrested after police chase in Detroit
Read full article: Suspects wanted for attempted murder arrested after police chase in DetroitTwo suspects wanted for assault with intent to murder in Roseville were arrested after a police chase in Detroit, state police said.
Oakland County community rallies around family after deadly crash
Read full article: Oakland County community rallies around family after deadly crashA Saginaw County community is mourning a young lady who ended up passing away, all because of the mistake of one driver, leading to a head-on collision.
‘Absolute miracle’: Orion Township officials praise community for heroics in condo explosion
Read full article: ‘Absolute miracle’: Orion Township officials praise community for heroics in condo explosionOfficials in Oakland County are lauding the community for their heroic acts following a massive explosion that destroyed a condo building in Orion Township.
Detroit man allegedly sexually exploited multiple children before assaulting 12-year-old, court records reveal
Read full article: Detroit man allegedly sexually exploited multiple children before assaulting 12-year-old, court records revealA Detroit man who was charged for allegedly sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl in a West Bloomfield park in August is also accused of sexually exploiting multiple children, according to court records.
Macomb County officials praise bill passed aiming to decrease car thefts
Read full article: Macomb County officials praise bill passed aiming to decrease car theftsMichigan legislature passed a bipartisan safety bill in July 2024 that would make it illegal to possess and use key-programming devices to steal cars known as ProPAD devices.
DTE Energy investing $100M into 3 electric substations in Metro Detroit to reduce power outages
Read full article: DTE Energy investing $100M into 3 electric substations in Metro Detroit to reduce power outagesDTE Energy announced that $100 million is being invested into three new electric substations in Metro Detroit as the company works to reduce the frequency and duration of power outages.
Group of men brandish firearm after trying to provoke fight with University of Michigan students
Read full article: Group of men brandish firearm after trying to provoke fight with University of Michigan studentsAnn Arbor police are looking for more information after a group of men brandished a firearm at a group of University of Michigan students early Sunday morning.
Here’s how to participate in the annual ‘Blood Battle’ between University of Michigan, Ohio State
Read full article: Here’s how to participate in the annual ‘Blood Battle’ between University of Michigan, Ohio StateThe annual blood drive competition between the University of Michigan and Ohio State University is underway, and people have the chance to donate and get a tour of Michigan Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 17.
Original ‘Rosie the Riveter’ reflects on legacy at 99 during Veterans Day celebration in Ypsilanti
Read full article: Original ‘Rosie the Riveter’ reflects on legacy at 99 during Veterans Day celebration in YpsilantiAs America honors its veterans and remembers those who served, one remarkable woman, Delphine Virginia Klaput, stands as a testament to the resilience and dedication of an extraordinary generation.
How residents can get free Narcan kits in Southeast Michigan
Read full article: How residents can get free Narcan kits in Southeast MichiganResidents in Southeast Michigan can now get free Narcan nasal kits from a vending machine at a hospital thanks to a new initiative to prevent overdose deaths.
Demonstrators wave Nazi flags at ‘The Diary of Anne Frank’ production in Livingston County
Read full article: Demonstrators wave Nazi flags at ‘The Diary of Anne Frank’ production in Livingston CountyThere’s outcry following disturbing scenes in Howell and Fowlerville recently after eyewitness videos showed what appears to be demonstrators with Nazi flags spewing hate-filled rhetoric on Saturday.
Michigan authorities warn of rise in cryptocurrency scams
Read full article: Michigan authorities warn of rise in cryptocurrency scamsMore than $5.6 billion was lost nationally due to cryptocurrency scams last year, a significant increase from 2022 and 2021. According to the FBI, Michiganders lost $79,894,360 in cryptocurrency scams in 2023.
Michigan man uses same set of numbers in lottery ticket for years, wins nearly $400,000
Read full article: Michigan man uses same set of numbers in lottery ticket for years, wins nearly $400,000A Michigan man couldn’t stop pacing his house after learning he won $25,000 a year for life from the Michigan Lottery.
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Oakland County community rallies around family after deadly crash
Read full article: Oakland County community rallies around family after deadly crashA Saginaw County community is mourning a young lady who ended up passing away, all because of the mistake of one driver, leading to a head-on collision.
New EPA rules tighten lead action Levels amid contamination concerns in Metro Detroit
Read full article: New EPA rules tighten lead action Levels amid contamination concerns in Metro DetroitCity officials are taking steps to ensure the water is safe for all residents again after it was announced that lead was detected in the drinking water at some homes in Metro Detroit.
First snowflakes of season possible in Southeast Michigan: What to expect
Read full article: First snowflakes of season possible in Southeast Michigan: What to expectSay it ain’t snow! Some people may welcome Metro Detroit’s first sighting of snow, while others may prefer it to wait. The forecast calls for periods of wet snow on Wednesday night and Thursday.
‘Absolute miracle’: Orion Township officials praise community for heroics in condo explosion
Read full article: ‘Absolute miracle’: Orion Township officials praise community for heroics in condo explosionOfficials in Oakland County are lauding the community for their heroic acts following a massive explosion that destroyed a condo building in Orion Township.
How residents can get free Narcan kits in Southeast Michigan
Read full article: How residents can get free Narcan kits in Southeast MichiganResidents in Southeast Michigan can now get free Narcan nasal kits from a vending machine at a hospital thanks to a new initiative to prevent overdose deaths.
Michigan health officials announce changes to improve access to substance use disorder treatment
Read full article: Michigan health officials announce changes to improve access to substance use disorder treatmentThe Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has announced changes created to improve access to substance use disorder treatment.
Here’s how much snow to expect in Southeast Michigan over next 24 hours
Read full article: Here’s how much snow to expect in Southeast Michigan over next 24 hoursThe first snowfall of the season is approaching Southeast Michigan, but how much snow should you actually expect over the next 24 hours?
Florida man pleads guilty after threatening to kill Muslims in Metro Detroit, officials say
Read full article: Florida man pleads guilty after threatening to kill Muslims in Metro Detroit, officials sayA Florida man has pleaded guilty after threatening to kill members of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) Michigan Chapter, officials said.
Morning 4: What we know so far about explosion, fire at Orion Township condo -- and other news
Read full article: Morning 4: What we know so far about explosion, fire at Orion Township condo -- and other newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
Detroit man allegedly sexually exploited multiple children before assaulting 12-year-old, court records reveal
Read full article: Detroit man allegedly sexually exploited multiple children before assaulting 12-year-old, court records revealA Detroit man who was charged for allegedly sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl in a West Bloomfield park in August is also accused of sexually exploiting multiple children, according to court records.
From foggy to rainy, to blustery and snowy all in 24 Hours in Metro Detroit
Read full article: From foggy to rainy, to blustery and snowy all in 24 Hours in Metro DetroitWidespread rain across Southeast Michigan this afternoon as a low pressure system develops over the region. Colder air filtering in will eventually result in snow showers developing by early Thursday.