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Rates of chlamydia and gonorrhea are down overall in Washtenaw County, but some groups are still disproportionately impacted, according to new data.
Chlamydia and gonorrhea are a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that spread through sexual contact without a condom, according to the CDC.
If a firework causes a fire resulting in damage, those responsible may face civil or criminal liability, officials said.
“Domestic violence incidents, including homicides, continue to impact our local community on a daily basis,” said SafeHouse Executive Director Christine Watson.
In 2023, summer hospital visits for kids increased by 14% from the previous year, with more than one million children going to emergency rooms in July and August alone.
Although it has slid in the rankings Ann Arbor’s eclectic personality, college town vibes, football weekends and year-round events have kept it on the list.
Turkeys, widely known as one of the meanest, most evil and strange birds on the planet, have been taking advantage of the quieter neighborhood streets around Michigan.
Officials said 86% of opioid overdose deaths in 2022 involved fentanyl, 75% involved other substances and 63% involved stimulants like cocaine or methamphetamine.
E.coli cause different intestinal and stomach issues ranging from stomach pain, and cramps to vomiting, fatigue and diarrhea, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
More than a dozen nonfatal drug overdoses and possibly six drug-associated deaths occurred within 24 hours of April 13, Kalamazoo officials shared.
Marine Safety Division officials note that recent rainfall has led to an increase in water flow resulting in violent rapids in some areas.
"We want to make families and the community aware, in advance, that there will be a number of law enforcement vehicles in the parking lot at Pioneer tomorrow afternoon to ease any concerns and questions about what is occurring," officials said.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has some advice for anyone planning on heading out on frozen lakes for ice fishing this winter.
If you use the same password for everything, from Netflix to your bank account, you are a prime target for hackers. That’s why password protection is so important for you and those around you.
Former Police Officer Darnell Blackburn is joining WDIV-Local 4 as the station’s Crime and Safety Expert on all platforms -- Local 4 News on television, the station website clickondetroit.com, and on the station’s streaming channel Local 4+ -- it was announced today by station Vice President and General Manager Bob Ellis.
The CDC estimates that 3,500 babies in the U.S. are lost to sleep-related deaths every year and a local mother is sharing her story in hopes of preventing more tragedy.
From 12:30-1:30 p.m., Packard Health and the Washtenaw County Health Department will be at 1405 Ecorse Road to help community members stay up-to-date on their vaccines.
Washtenaw County Health Department officials are encouraging community members to stay up-to-date on COVID-19 booster vaccines and flu shots in order to protect their own health and others.
U-M in Ann Arbor has been named one of the top 40 schools in the country for having an inclusive and safe LGBTQ-friendly campus.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers not to buy or to stop using a set of carbon monoxide detectors sold on Amazon.
Two aerosol experts at U-M share what steps teachers can take to make their classroom safer for students and themselves.
The clinics “are part of a continued effort by the Ann Arbor YMCA to support Washtenaw and Southern Livingston Counties through the Covid-19 pandemic,” YMCA officials said in a release.
Community members living in the 48197, 48198, 48103, 48104, 48105, 48108, and 48109 zipcode areas can order testing kits once in July and August.
Michigan passed new fireworks laws a few years back -- so let’s just brush up on what you need to know from LARA:
We’re breaking down the heat timeline for Southeast Michigan, ways to keep yourself and your pets safe, what heat exhaustion symptoms look like and more.
A new exhibit at U-M's Museum of Natural History tells personal stories of Washtenaw County residents to demonstrate the disparities of the COVID-19 pandemic.
AAPS Superintendent Jeanice Swift reacted to the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas that left 21 people, the majority of them children, dead.
Questions still remain after the heartbreaking loss and shocking discovery of Brendan Santo’s body in the Red Cedar River in East Lansing. Local 4 Investigator Karen Drew has uncovered new details in the case, and traveled to Michigan State’s campus to get answers.
On Tuesday, the Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority (TheRide), dropped its mask requirement after the Transportation Security Administration announced it would stop enforcing a federal mask mandate.
Girls around Tree Town can join the Ann Arbor Fire and Police departments this summer for the new Blaze & Blue summer camp.
Fitbit is recalling one million smartwatches in the U.S., and more than 600,000 sold internationally because the battery can overheat, causing a burn, with dozens of burn injuries reported.
In this segment of our History 4 All special, we’re learning about the Green Book and how it was used as a guide by Black people traveling in the U.S. before the Civil Rights Movement.
Whether it’s a big screen TV or a piece of furniture in your child’s bedroom, tip-over dangers are real and send thousands to the hospital every year.
Whether it’s a big screen TV or a piece of furniture in your child’s bedroom, tip-over dangers are real and send thousands to the hospital every year.
Shawn Allen and most fire marshals across the country get upset when people are hurt or killed in house fires because they are preventable.
The University of Michigan Athletic Department shares more details about its updated spectator policy as regional COVID cases surge.
With New Year’s Eve parties right around the corner, the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office has shared some tips on how to celebrate safely.
Ann Arbor Police Department officers will go live on the department’s Facebook page at 6 p.m. from Monday to Friday this week to read stories to Tree Town’s youngest residents.
The holidays are an exciting time for families, including your pets! To make this time of year more enjoyable for everyone, you’ll want to keep your furry friends protected from some holiday hazards they could encounter.
Could this have been prevented? That’s the question on a lot of people’s minds. When do schools sound the alarm about students and why?
Ann Arbor's superintendent and local law enforcement officials discuss the Oxford High School shooting and local efforts to prevent similar scenarios.
AAPS is allowing high school students to go home for the day after threatening posts emerged online.
Thanksgiving is supposed to be filled with food, family and fun, so the last thing you’ll want to deal with is a fire because of something going wrong while you’re cooking a delicious meal.
The distinction from the independent national watchdog organization recognizes how hospitals prevent medical errors and harm to patients.
Experts are warning parents and families to be aware of where their kids’ toys are coming from this holiday season to help avoid any toy-related injuries.
The foundation operating the two historic theaters announced free admission for veterans and active duty military members in observation of Veteran’s Day.
From big band tunes to a beloved holiday favorite, Hill Auditorium will host two memorable shows during the holidays.
