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Detroit just had one of the greatest NBA turnarounds and fans can celebrate with this discounted playoff hat

MLive - Michigan · July 9, 2025

The Detroit Pistons shocked the league with their comeback this season, going from having the worst record in the NBA to making the playoffs in just one year. Fans can “own a piece” of this historic season with this Detroit Pistons New Era 2025...

Severe thunderstorm timing and location for southeast Michigan, Ann Arbor, Detroit

MLive - Michigan · July 9, 2025

There is a risk of a few isolated, lower-end severe thunderstorms in southeast and south-central Lower Michigan this afternoon and evening. The severe weather outlines from the Storm Prediction Center show you exactly where isolated severe...

Leipold explains Foster’s absence from Big 12 media days; center underwent recent medical procedure

Lawrence Journal-World - Kansas ·

photo by: Aiden Droge/Kansas Athletics Kansas center Bryce Foster prepares to snap the ball against Kansas State in Manhattan on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2025. Frisco, Texas — Kansas center Bryce Foster was originally announced as a representative of...

Update: Look for strong thunderstorms in West Michigan early Wednesday evening

MLive - Michigan · July 9, 2025

An updated weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 3:29 p.m. EDT for strong thunderstorms until 4:30 p.m. EDT for Montcalm, Kent and Ionia counties. Residents can anticipate wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 3:29...

This Michigan doctor was killed while stopping to help a stranger, now her legacy lives on

MLive - Michigan · July 9, 2025

FLINT, MI — Late last year, a clinical health psychologist and pillar of the McLaren Health Care community for nearly three decades, was fatally shot after stopping to help a stranger on the side of the road. Now, her legacy lives on in the form...

Theaters hesitant over 2025 Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show tour dates amid politics, but Jinkx Monsoon, BenDeLaCreme press on By Joey Nolfi

Entertainment Weekly ·

As if the Yuletide couldn't get any gayer, RuPaul's Drag Race icons Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme are spinning the existential dread of a dreary political scene into another festively flamboyant holiday romp — and Entertainment Weekly can...

Michigan company to pay $2.4M to settle PPP loan allegations

MLive - Michigan · July 9, 2025

BATTLE CREEK, MI — A Michigan company received COVID funding it was ineligible to get because of its size, according to federal prosecutors, resulting in an investigation and a hefty payment to resolve the case. Bleistahl North America LP has...

Michigan court approves class action for 2020 dam collapse victims

MLive - Michigan · July 9, 2025

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The Michigan Court of Claims has approved class certification for residents and businesses affected by the 2020 dam collapse in mid-Michigan that led to flooding across the region and forced 10,000 people to evacuate their...

As Michigan scrambles to improve literacy, school librarians are losing their jobs

Bridge Michigan · July 9, 2025

The Kalamazoo district isn’t alone. Only 9% of Michigan public schools had a full-time, certified librarian in 2022, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. That matters in a state where Republicans and Democrats alike are...

There's a war between Michigan cherry farmers and a fly that hatches daily

Detroit Free Press - Michigan ·

In 2023, researchers were in the process of introducing the samba wasp to control the SWD population. Michigan State researchers introduced a second wasp into the equation: the ronin wasp, another natural predator to SWD, and trying to turn a...

Eccentric Detroit man, 75, spent fortune building Liberace-inspired estate...then did something unthinkable

Daily Mail · July 9, 2025

A 75-year-old Michigan man who turned his childhood home into a jaw-dropping Liberace-style fantasy mansion is now accused of setting it on fire after losing it to foreclosure. Liberace - the flamboyant American pianist and showman famed for his...

Luxurious Michigan lakefront estate offers Lake Huron ‘soundtrack’ for $3.5M

MLive - Michigan · July 9, 2025

CASEVILLE, MI – The peaceful and soothing sounds near any lake in Michigan make for an unforgettable experience. Living on a Great Lake with over 400 feet of private beach frontage means you can create endless memories and enjoy a feeling of being...

Meet Michigan’s 15 new DNR conservation officers

MLive - Michigan · July 9, 2025

ROSCOMMON, MI – Several new conservation officer will be on patrol across Michigan. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced the graduation of 15 conservation officers at the Ralph A. MacMullan Center in Roscommon this week. The...

Revived fast-food joint to open first location in Michigan

Detroit Free Press - Michigan ·

A decades-old drive-thru fast-food burger chain that announced a comeback earlier this year is nearing the opening of one of its two planned locations.Hot ‘n Now, founded in Kalamazoo, is planning a summer opening of its first location at 1146...

Detroit Pistons reveal roster, game dates for NBA 2K26 Summer League in Las Vegas

WDIV Local 4 - Michigan · July 9, 2025

DETROIT – RThe Detroit Pistons have announced their schedule and roster for the NBA 2K26 Summer League 2025, which will take place from July 10 to 20 in Las Vegas. Summer League will be held at the Thomas & Mack Center and Cox Pavilion on the...

Study shows Mackinac Bridge operation, events contribute $193 million in economic output statewide

EUP News - Michigan · July 9, 2025

ST. IGNACE, Mich. – The Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) today accepted an economic impact study showing that the bridge’s operation, tourism and events contributed $193 million annually to the state’s economy in direct, indirect and induced...

BUSINESS BEAT : Southern Michigan Bank & Trust announces promotion of Chad Perrine

WTVB - Michigan ·

COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – John Waldron, President and CEO of Southern Michigan Bank & Trust (SMBT), recently announced the promotion of Chad Perrine to Senior Vice President, Head of Wealth Management. In his new role, he will lead SMBT’s Wealth...

Michigan museum to host documentary premiere on legendary skateboard artist

MLive - Michigan · July 9, 2025

MUSKEGON, MI - The Muskegon Museum of Art will present the Michigan premiere of a documentary about graphic artist Jim Phillips. The free public screening of “Art and Life: The Story of Jim Phillips” takes place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday,...

Detroit Pistons President Trajan Langdon talks growth, roster fit, free agency ahead of summer league

WDIV Local 4 - Michigan · July 9, 2025

DETROIT – Detroit Pistons President Trajan Langdon talked to the media following the team’s introduction of rookie Chaz Lanier. During the media session on Tuesday (July 8), Langdon shared insights on the team’s growth, Caris LeVert’s fit, and...

Analyst Jon Rothstein breaks down Michigan State's rebuild under Tom Izzo this season: "A nucleus of returning players with great promise"

Sportskeeda · July 9, 2025

Michigan State coach Tom Izzo is one of the longest-tenured coaches in college basketball. He has led the Spartans since 1995, helping them win a national championship in 2000. He has been on the coaching staff since 1983 in various roles. This...