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SPCA of Southwest Michigan offers program to help keep pets warm in Kalamazoo County

KALAMAZOO COUNTY, Mich. — An organization is offering residents in Kalamazoo County a place to keep their pets warm this winter. The SPCA of Southwest Michigan is continuing their "Cold Noses Warm Hearts" program. The program provides pets who spend the majority of their time outside with warm, adequate housing.

Arctic winds create mysterious frozen sand sculptures along Lake Michigan beach

ST. JOSEPH, Mich. — It was quite the unusual scene in a frosty Michigan Thursday as strong winds made some unique sculptures along a frozen beach. Sand sculptures in St. Joseph along the shores of Lake Michigan were frozen into place by "subzero wind ...

Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Will It Snow in West Michigan?

The answer to the question is “yes”, but the question should be WHEN will it snow. It’s possible (not a sure thing) that we could see our first snowflakes in West Michigan later

Voting Miscount Upends MSU Trustee Election

A counting error has disrupted a competitive race for two open seats on Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees, according to The Lansing State Journal. Last ...

Today's Forecast: Mostly sunny and cool

Mostly Sunny and Cool with Lighter Winds. Rain chances increase late Wednesday into Thursday. Get the latest forecast from the FOX 17 Weather team.

Harris Visits Michigan As Campaign Faces Gaza-Related Threats on All Fronts

Harris is campaigning in several cities in Michigan this week amid concerns that her approach to Gaza could alienate some voters.

Cars, jobs fuel VP feud in Michigan

Minnesota Gov. Walz swoons over Michigan’s baseball team, the state’s Democratic governor and Detroit. Ohio Sen. Vance declares that although he’s a graduate of the University of Michigan’s rival school, Ohio State University, he thinks it’s “one of the most beautiful states in the entire United States of America.”

AARP Poll: Presidential Candidates Tied Among Michigan Voters

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Michigan vs. Michigan State football matchup set for primetime

(CBS DETROIT) - The Paul Bunyan Trophy will be contested under the lights, as Michigan will host Michigan State at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor next weekend, the schools revealed Monday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26. The game will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network.

Michigan welcomed a record-breaking number of visitors last year. See how they spent $29B

Collectively, tourists spent $29.3 billion in Michigan last year. That direct spend translates to $53.2 billion in economic impact, meaning investments in future construction, sustaining jobs and generating tax revenues.

Today's Forecast: Still a lingering shower, breezy

Overnight lows across West Michigan didn't reach freezing in most communities, as a layer of clouds acted as a blanket for temperatures. Get the latest forecast from the FOX 17 Weather team.

Republican Operatives Function as Hidden Hand Behind Pro-Trump Efforts

A political nonprofit organization called Building America’s Future has raised and spent more than $100 million over the past four years.

What we’ve learned at the midpoint of the 2024 college football season

Nicole Auerbach analyzes the best surprises and biggest disappointments from the season so far. Plus, she explains why and how the new expanded College Football Playoff is already helping the sport.

Michigan Dem who panders to LGBT community ‘special guest’ of bishop with history of homophobia

Democrat Kristen McDonald Rivet, who’s flaunted her pro-LGBT stance through social-media posts of herself at pride parades, is joining a Monday get-out-the-vote rally

As Harris Visits Detroit, Some Democrats See Ground To Be Made Up

Democrats have long won by wide margins in Detroit, but some party leaders said the vice president needed to do more to counter an assertive Trump campaign.

Michigan Senate candidate Mike Rogers respond to claims he doesn't live where he's registered to vote

The property in question can't legally be occupied as the new build has yet to receive a certificate of occupancy.

Michigan football elevates fifth captain for added ‘voice’ down the stretch

Josaiah Stewart was recently elevated from alternate to full-time captain, HC Sherrone Moore said Monday night

2nd arrest made in deadly Michigan home invasion where perpetrators posed as utility men

Two suspects have been arrested in connection with a Michigan home invasion in which the perpetrators are believed to have gained entry by posing as utility workers.

Preseason AP college basketball rankings: Arizona in top-10; ASU and GCU get votes

The Arizona Wildcats landed in the top 10 of the preseason college basketball rankings, while ASU and GCU each received some love from voters.

WATCH: Waterspout forms, hits shore north of Holland State Park

Check out video our viewer Amy Anspaugh sent in of a waterspout forming on Lake Michigan late Sunday afternoon.

Upper Michigan Today is in the kitchen with Mama Bell

Heather Bell whips up biscuits and gravy from her up-and-coming cookbook, Mama Bell’s Big Family Cooking while discussing how her family influences her recipes.

CMU researchers helping communities prepare for floods

Amid catastrophic flooding in the south and even here in mid-Michigan in Midland and Gladwin Counties after the dam failures four years ago, Central Michigan University faculty members are helping local communities to prepare for climate change-driven floods.

'We've invested a lot': Feeding America West Michigan to open new location

Feeding America West Michigan strives to end hunger throughout the west side and Upper Peninsula. In their efforts, they've only seen the need grow. So, they're growing too.

What happened to Jim Harbaugh? Chargers coach briefly leaves game with 'illness'

Former Michigan coach and current Chargers head man Jim Harbaugh briefly left Sunday's game with an "illness" before returning to the sidelines

Suspect in deadly Michigan home invasion arrested in Louisiana, authorities say

The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is still looking for a second suspect in the killing of 72-year-old Hussein Murray.

Michigan communities coming together to help with hurricane relief efforts

Relief efforts for people impacted by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton are popping up across Southeast Michigan.

Selling vapes to minors? Michigan stores could face steep consequences

Those pushing the bill package say the current penalties for selling tobacco and nicotine products to those under 21 aren't enough of a deterrent.

Michigan Republican Blames ‘Proofing Error’ for Misleading Ad in Black-Owned Newspaper

The state’s legislative Black caucus have asked the attorney general and a county prosecutor to investigate Tom Barrett’s congressional campaign for potential voter disenfranchisement.

Grading Michigan football at midseason: Will Wolverines improve in second half?

Tight ends and the defensive line are among the Michigan position groups meeting expectations, but several have fallen short.

Army and Navy are together in the AP Top 25 poll for the first time in 64 years

Texas strengthened its hold on No. 1 with its 31-point victory over Oklahoma, while Oregon (No. 2) and Penn State (No. 3) each moved up a spot.

Retrial set for woman accused of beating, burning, running over husband

A Michigan woman accused of beating her husband back in 2007, setting him on fire, setting their house on fire, and then running him over with their van is set to be retried next March.

They said they were utility workers. But when they left the house, the wife was tied up and the husband was dead

A Michigan man has been charged with felony murder after he and another individual allegedly impersonated utility workers before killing a man and tying up his wife, according

WATCH LIVE AT NOON ET: TV6 coverage ahead of Superior Dome Showdown

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The Superior Dome Showdown presented by Acrisure between the Michigan State Spartans and the Northern Michigan Wildcats is set for Sunday, October 13 at 1:00 p.m. ET in the Superior Dome. The game will be televised on Big Ten Network, with announcing icons Bill Raftery and Lisa Byington on the call.

Jill Stein's Chances of Blocking Kamala Harris Win in Key Swing States

The Green Party candidate has around 1 percent of the vote, which Democrats fear could disrupt the razor-thin margins in this year's election.

College football rankings: Big Ten teams in updated Coaches Poll, AP Top 25 after Week 7

Here's a look at where Big Ten teams appear in the Coaches Poll and AP Top 25 following Week 7 of the college football season