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

Flint Township cafe and church without heat after alleged rooftop furnace theft

FLINT TWP, Mich. — Creative Cafe in Flint Township is advising customers to bundle up before visiting after their rooftop heater was damaged. The cafe says that someone allegedly broke the furnace on Thursday night in order to sell parts for scrap money. Additionally The Bridge church in the...

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...

Tonya Burns outlines priorities for first days as Flint mayor

FLINT, Mich. — As Mayor-elect Tonya Burns prepares to take office Dec. 1, 2026, she is laying the groundwork for her administration, with plans to assess city operations, evaluate staffing and develop a public safety strategy as part of her first 100 days in office. Burns, who defeated incumbent...

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...

FBI investigation into Michigan massage parlors reveals Flint Township connection

FLINT TWP., Mich. (WNEM) - A federal investigation spanning four states and involving surveillance of more than 90 massage parlors is hitting close to home, with newly unsealed court documents revealing allegations of illegal commercial sex services at a business in Flint Township. FBI agents searched several Michigan massage parlors...

Sick Michigan Miles to Launch at Sick Dragway with New Classes and More Adventure Than Ever!

Sick’s fastest growing event will be launching from Sick Dragway in Lapeer, MI for a fresh schedule and a new route that will visit parts of the state the event has not yet seen. The track order for 2027 is:. Sick Dragway (August 22 and 23) Ubly Dragway (August...

Game of the Week Preview: Frankenmuth Eagles

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Greta Van Fleet Fans, Here's Your Chance to Win Tickets!

Tacos, tequila, and tickets with Tony LaBrie at The Black Horse Tavern in Clio, Tuesday November 17th 2026, 600 PM to 800 PM. Come hungry, bring your friends.

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.

An Old Michigan Grain Elevator Is Now A Food Hall Packed With Pizza, Tacos And More

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This Enormous Michigan Outlet Mall Is Basically Disneyland For Anyone Who Loves A Good Deal

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Dow's magical season ends in regional final

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Food drive in Burton for Thanksgiving, Christmas

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Drive To These 8 Humble Michigan Restaurants Where The Food Hits Different Every Single Time

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

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Recovery Alliance Project expands services in Flint with new funding

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This Nationally Recognized Michigan Restaurant Serves Up A Dining Experience Worth Driving Hours For

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