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VIDEO: Police chopper helps track down suspect that allegedly shot at dog in Flint Twp.
FLINT TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Michigan State Police and Flint Township Police worked together to track down a suspect that allegedly shot a gun towards a dog. The suspect, Darrel Lamar Watts, is facing several charges. You can see video from the Michigan State Police helicopter, and more details on...
Bald Eagle population surges around Flint River
FLINT, Mich. - As temperatures rise, bald eagle sightings around the Flint River have become more common, indicating a resurgence in their population around the Flint River and neighboring parks. “I can tell you from personal experience as a pretty serious birdwatcher that the numbers are on the rise. You...
14 favorite photos from Westwood Heights Hamady ‘Met Gala’ prom
FLINT, MI — The suits and ties. The incredible dresses. The matching couples. High fashion was on full display on Saturday, May 11 as Westwood Heights Hamady High School enjoyed prom at Sloan Museum of Discovery in Flint. About 117 Hamady students and guests showed off their finest attire...
Flint water crisis still crippling kids’ futures. But not because of lead
On average, Flint students are learning less than before the city’s water crisis. A growing body of research, though, suggests lead is not the cause for learning troubles. That’s good news for children, suggesting the problems can be reversed with more support and better services. “I could usually...
For children of Flint water crisis, stigma lives on: ‘I feel like a lab rat’
FLINT — For the children of Flint, the water crisis never ended. Most still do not drink tap water, even when they travel outside the city. On average, they do worse in school, are more depressed and have a profound distrust of government. And they are very, very tired...
City of Flint announces a stoppage of liens on active water accounts
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - The city of Flint announced that property liens will not be placed on active water accounts. Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley is sending an emergency water resolution to the Flint City Council Tuesday night. The resolution proposes a $250,000 allocation of ARPA money to provide additional support for the families.
Gun violence prevention advocacy groups pushing for more safety bills
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - “This time, I don’t want to wait until another tragedy occurs,” said Saylor Reinders, MSU Students Demand Action. Tragedies like the Oxford High School and Michigan State University (MSU) mass shootings. Saylor Reinders says that gun safety laws won’t bring her peers back.
Gleason takes plea deal in case that alleged legal defense fund violations
GENESEE COUNTY, MI -- Former Genesee County Clerk-Register John J. Gleason has pleaded no contest to a contribution violation involving his legal defense fund as part of a plea agreement with prosecutors. Gleason, who resigned his position in October 2022 after pleading guilty to performing an illegal wedding, entered the...
See our 9 favorite photos from Kearsley High School prom 2024
KEARSLEY, MI -- Sparkling dresses. Studded shoes. A night fit for a movie screen. More than 200 Kearsley students and guests showed off their outfits while walking into the 2024 prom in style at Lapeer Country Club on Saturday, May 11, 2024. With the theme “Red Carpet Gala,” students dressed...
Foundation of Fatherhood offers summit to advance fatherhood in Michigan
FLINT, Mich.—Fathers gathered at University of Michigan-Flint to engage in conversation about family life. The Foundation of Fatherhood held a summit that featured discussion, entertainment and workshops centered around fatherhood,. Presenters offered attendees thought-provoking content and evidenced-based strategies that encouraged fathers to speak about the challenges of fatherhood. This...
Lake Orion Community Schools looks to potentially sell the Admin. building
LAKE ORION — Lake Orion Community Schools could be selling the district’s Administration Building if a purchase agreement with a developer is approved by the school board. Superintendent Ben Kirby said during a school board work session on May 8 that he plans to bring a purchase agreement before board of education members for approval during their next meeting.
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