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Cellphone, surveillance video sought as MSP investigates deputy’s fatal shooting of suspect
SHIAWASSEE COUNTY, MI – Michigan State Police authorities are still investigating a local sheriff’s deputy’s shooting of a felony suspect while assisting with a traffic stop in Durand. Daniel Silver, 43, of Corunna, was shot and killed by a Shiawassee County Sheriff’s deputy on April 13 after...
Flint's 10-year water crisis' origins chronicled in new book
"We the Poisoned," a new book timed to the 10th anniversary of the Flint water crisis, reveals "the real story behind how the government poisoned a major American city — and how they are actively getting away with it." The big picture: Investigative journalist Jordan Chariton includes stunning details...
Second-chance drawing lands Livingston County man $250K Lottery prize
LANSING, MI -- Christopher Cassel admits he didn’t think he’d have a chance at winning the Michigan Lottery’s CA$H second chance jackpot, but he sure is happy he earned entries as he recently brought home a $250,299 prize. “I knew I was earning second chance entries by...
Fenton High School Board authorizes request for contracts for independent review: 'We need outside people'
BENSENVILLE, Ill. - The Fenton High School Board voted Wednesday to authorize a request for contracts for an independent review of its handling of sexual misconduct allegations against a former teacher. Unlike previous board meetings where students and parents were outraged about this issue, there was no public comment on...
Partition Once Again Functioning at Spencer Elementary in Brighton
It’s not just any old door, like the kind that open up to a room. It’s actually a very large door that goes completely across a big room. It serves as a partition, and at Spencer Elementary in Brighton it separates the cafeteria from the gym. This year,...
Freeze warning and frost advisory issued for Southeast Michigan
(CBS DETROIT) - We're expecting another chilly night before warmer air moves into Southeast Michigan. There is a freeze warning from 1 a.m. Friday through 8 a.m. Friday for Lapeer, Oakland, Livingston and Washtenaw counties, and a frost advisory for the same time period for Sanilac, St. Clair, Macomb, Wayne, Lenawee and Monroe counties.Expect temperatures to drop into the low to mid-30s overnight, so it will be a chilly start to Friday.We will see mostly sunny skies through lunchtime, then increasing clouds throughout the afternoon and evening on Friday, with temperatures right around average for the end of April.If you're heading downtown tomorrow (and you plan on staying out late), have some rain gear handy. Showers are expected to move in late Friday and stick around through the overnight hours, with some thunderstorms possible. The showers are expected to stick around for much of the early part of Saturday before clearing out.
Here’s every local candidate on the August ballot in Genesee County
GENESEE COUNTY, MI -- There’s plenty of intrigue in the political matchups voters will see in the Aug. 6 primary election in Genesee County. Some well-known names are seeking new offices, a longtime county officeholder is leaving the post she’s held for the past 14 years, and some well-known names from the past are making another run for public office.
New Byron Area Schools superintendent sees potential in small district
BYRON, MI – Coming from a 25-year career at Bendle Community Schools, new Byron Area Schools Superintendent Brandon Chapman sees the potential of small school districts and their impact on the community. Chapman, who will start July 1, was recently selected by the Byron Area Schools Board of Education...
10 years later, hear from the Flint boy who found himself on the cover of Time Magazine
FLINT, MI - The Flint water crisis impacted thousands of people. But the face of the crisis was just a little boy. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
How to support Swartz Creek High School students involved in ‘serious car accident’
SWARTZ CREEK, MI – Swartz Creek High School is fielding gift card donations to support the five students who were involved in a “serious car accident” that took place Tuesday near Morrish Elementary. One student was in critical condition after the crash took place and the other...
Flavors of the Levant: 5 great Middle Eastern restaurants to try in the Flint area
FLINT, MI - The Flint area has a strong Middle Eastern community, with approximately 20,000 residents in Genesee County. There are several Middle Eastern restaurants to explore. Here are five of them to check out, see why they are such popular restaurants and experience firsthand what makes them favorites among...
New hospice home set to open in Burton, offering home-like care for end-of-life patients
BURTON, MI — A new hospice home is expected to open in Burton this summer. Four County Community Foundation has created a new agency fund, Hospice Homes of Genesee and Lapeer Counties, with a goal of providing an important end-of-life care option for local residents. If you purchase a...
Wednesday, April 24, 2024: 5 things you need to know
MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) - Happy mid-week mid-Michigan! We are almost to the weekend. In the meantime, check out these five stories we’ve put together for you to know. 1. Five Swartz Creek High School students were hurt in a crash Tuesday. Swartz Creek Community Schools Superintendent told TV5 the crash happened outside of Morrish Elementary School as students were coming back from the Genesee Career Institute. Four of the five students are in stable condition and one is critical. Counselors will be at the high school for support.
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