MHSAA Volleyball District Semifinals

MHSAA girls volleyball district semifinals in division one and division three. In Div. I, Flushing beat Kearsley 3-0. Raiders will face Davison Thursday at 6 p.m. at Kearsley high school for the district four finals. In Div. III, Bendle beat Bentley 3-1. Tigers will face Atherton Thursday at 7 p.m....

Flint Voters Elect New Mayor, Seven New City Councilors, One New School Board Member

Note: All election results are unofficial until they are certified. Published in partnership with Flint. Daily. Election results in Flint and Genesee County are still unofficial and total vote margins are being tabulated, but clear winners have already emerged in key races in the city, including current Sixth Ward Councilwoman Tonya Burns unseating incumbent Mayor Sheldon Neeley, who was seeking a third term in office.

Tonya Burns will become Flint's next mayor

FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - Flint's 6th ward councilperson, Tonya Burns, will become Flint's next mayor. Burns defeated incumbent Sheldon Neeley in the General Election. As of Wednesday morning, Burns led Neeley by more than 2,200 votes with one precinct left to report. Genesee County Clerk Domonique Clemons confirmed to ABC12 that the remaining precinct does not have enough votes cast to change the outcome of the mayoral race.

Flint Township voters turn down renaming the township

FLINT TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJRT) - Voters in Flint Township turned down a proposal aimed at changing the township's name to Oak Hills Township. The vote was only an advisory vote, as the township board can still make the final decision. Nearly 60% of voters opposed renaming the township. The township...

Anna's House Grand Blanc Announces Opening Date

Lawrence declares victory in Michigan’s 7th Congressional District

In a tight race for Michigan’s politically purple 7th Congressional District, Lansing area political organizer William Lawrence has declared himself the victor against incumbent Congressman Tom Barrett (R-Charlotte). Lawrence’s campaign shared their proclamation of victory at 2:49 a.m., though the Associated Press had not yet called the race.

Flint voters renew taxes for police, parks, transit and more

FLINT, Mich. — Voters approved six millage renewals on Nov. 3, 2026, supporting animal shelter operations, health care services, public transportation, police and fire protection, parks and Mott Community College, according to unofficial election results. The proposals included countywide and college district millages, along with three renewals specific to...

Flint City Council to welcome new members after election

FLINT, Mich. — Flint’s City Council is preparing for a major shift, with seven new members set to join the nine-member body. Three council races had just one candidate running, while six others were contested. According to the unofficial results, this is the new city council body:. 1st...

He lost election, but man is then appointed to Swartz Creek school board after resignation

The Nov. 3 election did not end the drama the Swartz Creek school board has seen over the past year and a half.

‘And THAT’S Being Pro Life’: Michigan Residents Praise $500 Monthly Cash Program as Flint Newborn Death Rate Falls 50%

Some encouraging news has emerged from Flint, Michigan, where a program offering financial support to new and expectant parents has been linked to a remarkable drop in newborn deaths. Following the introduction of Rx Kids, which provides families with $1,500 during pregnancy and $500 a month throughout their baby’s first year, researchers found that the city’s newborn death rate had fallen by 50%. The findings have sparked a wave of positive reactions from Michigan residents, with many praising the initiative and the difference it could make for struggling families.

Dow's Jingles becomes youngest female player in USPHL history

Dow's Jingles becomes youngest female player in USPHL history

Bay City Western, Frankenmuth and Valley Lutheran all win District Championships

AUBURN, Mich. (WNEM) - The high school volleyball season is into the District Final round. Several local teams clashing to try and hoist a trophy tonight. Bay City Western defeated Heritage, 3-0. Frankenmuth defeated Birch Run, 3-0. Valley Lutheran defeated Millington, 3-0. See highlights from all matches here.

Oxford defeats Davison in district semifinal

OXFORD TWP. — Oxford defeated the Davison Cardinals 42-28 in the MHSAA District No. 8 Semifinal on Friday at Wildcat Stadium. The Wildcats are now 8-2. Oxford will face the Detroit Catholic Central Shamrocks (9-1) at 7 p.m. Thursday in the MHSAA District No. 4 Final at Fr. Richard Elmer Stadium in Novi. The Shamrocks beat Lake Orion 43-6 in the District No. 7 Semifinal on Friday.

SCCS school board appoints Davis after Henry resigns

SWARTZ CREEK – In a surprising turn of events, the Swartz Creek Board of Education has voted to appoint Josh Davis to a vacancy created by the resignation of board Trustee Autumn Henry. Henry resigned during board comments at the end of the Wednesday, Nov. 4, board meeting. Davis,...

Flint mayoral vote jumps to 23,532 ballots after shift to midterm elections

FLINT, Mich. - Genesee County saw a modest jump in voter participation in the midterm election, with just over 51% of voters casting a ballot — up 2 points from 2022, when turnout was 49%. Genesee County Clerk Domonique Clemons said turnout was slightly higher than in past midterms....

Michigan Raptors hold tryouts in Flint as arena football team preps for 2027 season

FLINT, Mich. — Flint athletes got a chance to chase a professional football opportunity Tuesday night as the Michigan Raptors held tryouts at the 810 Sports Center. The professional arena football team plays its home games in the Ann Arbor area, including games at the WideWorld Sports Center. Many...

Help lead Flint Beat’s sports coverage

FLINT, Mich. — From weeknight matchups to weekend highlights, Flint Beat is seeking an experienced seasonal sports editor to keep readers connected to Flint-area sports. The editor will coordinate reporters, freelance stringers and photographers to deliver game recaps, scores, roundups and highlights, with opportunities to develop features about local athletes, coaches and teams. Responsibilities include assigning, editing, writing and publishing coverage on Flint Beat’s website, initially focusing on boys and girls basketball and hockey.

Evidence review delays Flint Twp. parents' hearing in 255-lb son's death

FLINT TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJRT) - A court hearing has been delayed again for the Flint Township parents accused of murder in the death of their 7-year-old son, who weighed 255 pounds when he died last year. Damien and Jessica O'Brien face charges of second-degree murder, torture and multiple counts of...

Justice Department reviews election monitor conduct in Michigan

The Michigan Secretary of State confirmed that monitors in Flint and Dearborn questioned poll workers about their training and requested copies of training materials.