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Northern Michigan is gearing up for dangerous weather as thunderstorms slam into the region Wednesday and Thursday, July 8-9, with heavy rain, strong winds, and localized flooding warnings—especially in the Upper Peninsula and northern Lower Peninsula. Multiple rounds of rain are expected, with areas north of M-32 potentially seeing over an inch by Thursday. The southern U.P. and north-central Low...

Michigan’s Democratic Senate race is boiling over as Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens clash in their third debate, trading sharp blows over transparency, electability, and foreign policy—with the primary just four weeks away. Stevens, the establishment-backed moderate, accuses El-Sayed of being a “celebrity senator” who lacks the grit to get things done, while El-Sayed counters by touting his clea...

Eastbound Saginaw Highway in Ingham County is shut down due to a crash that occurred Wednesday morning—just after 8:30 AM near Lake Lansing Road. Authorities urge drivers to avoid the area entirely and find alternate routes until the scene is cleared. No further details on the crash’s cause have been released yet, so plan ahead and allow extra travel time if you’re heading through the area. Listen...

Summer’s here and water parks are buzzing — but don’t let the fun fool you. Health pros say keep kids in water shoes to prevent slips and avoid dirty surfaces, remind them not to swallow or splash water in their eyes, and shower before and after play to cut germs. Kids get tired fast — pull them out often to hydrate, reapply sunscreen, and check for sunburn. And above all: drowning is real. Enroll...

This weekend kicks off the second of three statewide Adopt-A-Highway cleanup weeks—volunteers are out in force to tackle litter and keep roads pristine. It’s free to join, requiring just a two-year commitment to a stretch of highway. Scout troops, local businesses, and community groups have made it a point of pride for years. Still accepting new adopters—check the website for details. If you’re dr...