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4 Democrats, 2 Republicans meet in primaries for Washtenaw County board District 6 seat
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – Both the Republican and Democratic primaries for the Washtenaw County Commissioners District 6 seat on Aug. 6 feature contested races with the winners scheduled to move on to the general election in November. On the Democratic side, three candidates are looking to unseat incumbent Annie...
Ypsilanti man injured in shooting not cooperating with police
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - A Ypsilanti man who was shot in the leg is refusing to cooperate with law enforcement about the details of his injury, the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Department reported. At 9:47 p.m. July 13, , deputies responded to Trinity Health in Superior Township for a reported...
Road rage leads to shooting near Ypsilanti, suspect unknown
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - Police are still investigating a shooting during a road rage incident earlier this month in Ypsilanti Township, according to the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s office. At 10:37 a.m. July 15, deputies responded to the area of South Huron River Drive and Schooner Cove Boulevard for a...
10 most expensive homes sold in Washtenaw County, July 15-21
A house in Ann Arbor that sold for $1.6 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Washtenaw County in the past week. In total, 41 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $570,512. The average price per square foot ended up at $300.
Meet the Candidate: Ken Magee is running for Washtenaw County Sheriff
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – With more than 30 years of experience in law enforcement, Ken Magee aims to shape the future of local crime prevention and victim support in Washtenaw County. A former federal agent and chief of police, he is running to be the next Washtenaw County Sheriff,...
Michigan Athletes Set to Compete in Summer Games as Kickoff Ceremonies Take Place in Paris
July 26, 2024 ~ WDIV Local 4 reporter Nick Monacelli shares the latest of the Summer Games kick-off in Paris. Preview the celebration, as 6,800 athletes on 90 boats are expected to travel the Seine River to the Eiffel Tower as part of Friday’s opening ceremonies. Monacelli also talks with Guy Gordon, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds about Michigan athletes, including Hobbs Kessler, Zach Hammer, and Grace Stark.
University of Michigan Athletes in 2024 Paris Olympics
ANN ARBOR, Mich (FOX 2) - With the arrival of opening ceremonies, 45 University of Michigan students and alumni are prepared to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics. The 45 athletes represent 22 Olympic teams: United States (10), Canada (8), Australia (2), Brazil (2), Germany (2), Hong Kong...
Sustainability and equity top priorities in City of Ann Arbor's new comprehensive plan
“A2 for All.” That’s the vision slogan under consideration as Ann Arbor compiles a new comprehensive plan. The plan has been in the works for about a year as the organizers have been holding meetings with the public and other interested parties to create an easy-to-follow guide for the future of Ann Arbor.
After “staying the course”, it’s Donovan Edwards’ time to shine
Ask anyone who knows Donovan Edwards if they see a difference in him, and almost without exception they will tell you they do. It's not just that he's bigger and stronger. It's that there's a focus and a maturity that wasn't there before. The outward signs emerged in the national championship game, as I discussed during my appearance in a special live edition of the Cover 3 Podcast's Summer School on CBS Sports, in the video excerpt above. His first touchdown run was emblematic of a player "staying patient" and "staying the course," just like he's learned to do during his career.
Consumer sentiment falls in July amid ongoing inflation concerns
The University of Michigan’s Index of Consumer Sentiment fell to 66.4 in July, down from 68.2 in June. Consumer attitudes toward the economy are guarded as high prices remain a drag for consumers, particularly for those with lower incomes, according to University of Michigan economist and director of surveys Joanne Hsu.
Top recruits: The thought of losing is what drives Big Ten-bound Mason Mayne
MLive is spending the summer checking in on the top 2025 football recruits in Michigan. Today, we take a look at Lawton defensive lineman Mason Mayne, a big-time three-star prospect that committed to Northwestern back in May. BIO. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
Season Review: 2023-24 Michigan Men's Tennis
• Record: 17-13; 8-1 Big Ten Conference (2nd) The University of Michigan men's tennis team made its eighth straight appearance in the NCAA Tournament after finishing second in the Big Ten. The Wolverines competed in their third consecutive Big Ten Tournament championship match, advanced to the ITA National Indoor Championship and qualified individuals for both the NCAA Singles and Doubles Championships.
O'Reilly Joins Water Polo Staff as Assistant Coach
ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- University of Michigan water polo head coach Cassie Churnside announced Friday (July 26) that former Wolverine standout Maddie O'Reilly has joined the staff as an assistant coach. "I'm so excited to add Maddie to our coaching staff," said Churnside. "Her wealth of high-level playing experience and...
UM Professor to give talk in Maumee on political misinformation
Barbara McQuade, the former U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan and a current law professor at the University of Michigan, will talk about disinformation in American politics during a program at the Maumee Branch Library. Ms. McQuade’s recently published book, Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America, explores how authoritarian regimes throughout history have utilized disinformation to consolidate power and ways to combat the rise of these trends in the United States. The event, at 7 p.m. Tuesday, is hosted by the Maumee Branch Library in association with the UM alumni association.
The Metro 5k raises funds and awareness for a good cause
Greg Meyer, Boston Marathon winner and Chief Community Officer with University of Michigan Health-West discusses this Wednesday evening gathering. It’s a tradition, this Metro 5k raising funds and awareness for a good cause, an evening event. Add YMCA Youth races to the evening for a healthy kid environment! Greg Meyer, Boston Marathon winner and Chief Community Officer with University of Michigan Health-West discusses this Wednesday evening gathering.
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