Former state rep dies after his bicycle strikes unmarked pipe in Orion

A former Michigan state representative from Oakland County who struck an unmarked sewer pipe while riding his bike in Orion Township died Friday, Nov. 13, a family attorney said. Former Republican State Rep. John Reilly, 68, was biking to a local church early Wednesday, Nov. 11, when he hit a pipe that lay over the sidewalk on North Axford Street near the Orion Township post office. He suffered a spinal cord injury, two fractured vertebrae and a brain injury, said Orion Township Supervisor Chris Barnett. Family attorney Joe Langlois confirmed that Reilly died after he was taken off life support Friday evening. Reilly, an Oakland Township Republican, represented House District 46 in the Michigan Legislature from 2017 through 2022. The Oakland County Sheriff's Office Crash Reconstruction Unit is investigating the circumstances of the crash, said Tyler Sweers, an agency spokesperson. At approximately 6 a.m., the Orion Township Fire Department was dispatched to a reported medical emergency involving a bicyclist near the post office on Lapeer Road, the sheriff's department said in a statement late Friday. Reilly was riding his bicycle along the pedestrian safety path when he struck a large bypass pipe extending across the pathway as part of an

Possible changes to Orion Oaks Dog Park spark petition, Oakland County Parks responds

A Change.org petition with more than 300 signatures is urging Oakland County to preserve Orion Oaks Dog Park’s rustic character as renovation ideas are considered. Possible upgrades include a paved parking lot, fence replacements, permanent pavilions, accessible paths, more water stations and a dog wash. After community feedback, officials...

Oxford loses to Catholic Central in district final

NOVI — The Oxford varsity football team lost to the Detroit Catholic Central Shamrocks 40-27 on Friday in the MHSAA District No. 4 Final at Fr. Richard Elmer Stadium in Novi. Oxford defeated the Davison Cardinals 42-28 in the MHSAA District No. 8 Semifinal on Oct. 30 at Wildcat...

FBI investigation into Michigan massage parlors reveals Flint Township connection

Federal court documents reveal allegations of unwanted sexual contact, surveillance and suspicious financial transactions at a massage parlor on Lennon Road.

Predictions: Michigan State football vs. Washington

Angelique S. Chengelis, Connor Earegood, John Niyo, and Bob Wojnowski of The Detroit News predict the outcome of Saturday's Michigan State-Washington game at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing (4:15 p.m., Big Ten Network/760 AM) . ▶ Angelique S. Chengelis: Most expected MSU head coach Pat Fitzgerald would have his Spartans fired up for the annual in-state rivalry game against Michigan, and he did. The Spartans have not made winning a habit — yet — but considering the number of injury setbacks, Fitzgerald still manages to get them to play hard. The Spartans need to win out to reach bowl eligibility and that starts with Washington, which has had it shares of struggles during Big Ten play (the Huskies are 2-4). Michigan State will have to duplicate its defensive performance and also its run game from the Michigan game, and will have to generate touchdowns, although Liam Boyd's five field goals certainly were enough last weekend. Pick: Washington, 20-16 ▶ Connor Earegood: What will make MSU's win over Michigan even sweeter is if the Spartans can turn this momentum into a bowl game. That's the marching orders heading into this game against Washington, where a mobile quarterback in Demond Williams Jr.

Inside Motor City Guitars – the guitar store with the “Magic Strat” played by Eric Johnson and Mark Tremonti

We take a trip to 1565 Crescent Lake Road Waterford, MI, where Marty Minui's store is ready to welcome you – and promises not to sell you stuff you don't need

Food drive in Burton for Thanksgiving, Christmas

Part-time DHN Writer Dead at 68

Funeral services are being held today in Imlay City, Mich. for part-time Detroit Hockey Now writer Tim Robinson who died […]

Big, Bright Light Show in Rochester brings back dazzling lights for families for 2026

The 2026 Big, Bright Light Show returns to downtown Rochester on Monday, Nov. 23, 2026, with more than one million lights, a Lagniappe kickoff and nightly displays running through Jan. 17, 2027. Here’s what families should know before visiting. Key takeaways. The bigger picture: The Big, Bright Light Show...

Sick The Mag Practice Tree Race Series Debuts At Sick Town Hall - We’ve Got Results, the Prizes, and How You Can Get In on the Fun!

But Tom Bailey, the man behind Sick The Magazine, wasn’t ready to call the season done quite yet. With Sick Town Hall celebrating its first anniversary, and the restaurant that combines great food and drinks with an automotive and drag and drive atmosphere, Tom thought of a way to make for a fun monthly get-together for racers and enthusiasts alike at the Lake Orion location: a practice tree series. With our first of seven dates complete, we got the details, as well as the winners!

Davison, North Branch and Valley Lutheran each capture volleyball Regional titles

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - On Thursday night, the high school volleyball Regional Finals took place. 10 Mid-Michigan teams looked to bring home another trophy. Davison defeats Dow 3-0 in Division One. North Branch beats Frankenmuth 3-1 in Division Two. Ogemaw Heights fell to Kingsley 3-0 in Division Two. Roscommon sweeps...

High School Volleyball Regional Semifinals Roundup

FLINT, Mich.-- The high school volleyball regional tournament started Tuesday night, and Mid-Michigan is well-represented at this stage of the postseason.

Brian Branch Works Full Time at GM’s Flint Plant After VOA Michigan Support

Brian Branch now works full time as a maintenance technician at General Motors’ Flint Assembly Plant, with benefits and union membership, according to Volunteers of America Michigan. VOA says he signed an offer in March but does not specify the year. FOX 2 Detroit reports that VOA Michigan’s Homeless Veterans Re-integration Program helps veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness find employment.

Dow's magical season ends in regional final

Dow's magical season ends in regional final

‘ABUNDANT’ movie screening and town hall taking place this weekend

Written by Tanya Terry, with photos from previous organ donated related events courtesy of the City of Flint. A free community film screening for the film “ABUNDANT,” which is about people donating kidneys to people they have never met, as well as s discussion about organ, eye and tissue donation is taking place this weekend in Flint. On Saturday, November 14, from 2-4:30 p.m. the City of Flint, Gift of Life Michigan and the Flint Area (MI) Chapter of the Links are hosting the events, to be held at Cinemark Flint West 14.

WNEM Afternoon Extra: Flint mayoral transition plans

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley is laying out his plans for a smooth transition as Mayor-Elect Tonya Burns prepares to take office. Plus, Tuesday marks 51 years since the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald. And Michigan prison officers uncovered a major contraband stash, renewing a push to jam cellphones behind bars.

Flint Councilman pleads guilty to election fraud, ‘no contest’ to assault

FLINT, Mich. — An outgoing Flint City Council member will trade his council seat for an ankle tether after pleading guilty to election law false swearing and no contest to domestic assault charges. Councilman Leon El-Alamin and his attorney, Roland Sizemore, appeared before Genesee County Circuit Judge Khary Hanible...

Kyle Kuzma Foundation Hosting A Free Thanksgiving Dinner In Flint

700 warm to-go meals, one per person, at the Flint Farmers Market Monday Nov 23, 1 to 4 PM. Turkey, mac and cheese, dressing, the works. No registration needed.

Kids’ Clothing Chain Starts Closing Sales at All 5 Michigan Stores, Including Birch Run

If you’ve got a gift card from The Children’s Place sitting in a drawer somewhere, now’s a good time to dig it out. The kids’ clothing chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Nov. 8, and going-out-of-business sales are underway at its stores, including the one at Birch Run Premium Outlets.

Flint residents reminded to bag yard waste as leaf clean up begins

FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - Leaf clean-up has started in the city of Flint. Residents must bag the leaves from their yards and place them at the curb for collection on their scheduled waste service day. The city has shared a reminder that leaves should never be raked or blown into...