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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.

'I thought it was vandalism': Rare November tornado causes damage in Holly

HOLLY, Mich. (FOX 2) - When the commander of an American Legion post in Holly arrived at the building Monday, she didn't realize damage was from a tornado - a rarity in November in Michigan. "I noticed, was over here where the fence is down, there was ...

Michigan‘s ‘most amazing’ state park is looking for an interpreter

HAMLIN TOWNSHIP, MI – There’s a job opening at Michigan’s “most amazing” state park, officials announced. Ludington State Park is looking for a park interpreter. “Consider joining the team at the most amazing state park in Michigan,” officials said on Facebook.

Freeland man wins $500,000 from Michigan Lottery instant game

FREELAND, Mich. (WJRT) - The Michigan Lottery's Big Win instant game was just that for a Freeland man. Kevin Abbe purchased two Big Win tickets at the 7-Eleven on Wilder Road in Bay City while he stopped for coffee on his way to work. One of them won the 38-year-old a $500,000 top prize.

Michigan swaps for Porkies mineral rights with UP land company

The DNR obtained 8,392 acres of mineral rights under the Porcupine Mountains from the Keweenaw Land Association.

No. 22 Illinois eyes 1st ranked-vs-ranked win at home since 1991 against No. 24 Michigan

Michigan and Illinois will try to get back on track Saturday at Memorial Stadium. No. 24 Michigan had a school-record 27-game Big Ten winning streak snapped Oct. 5 at Washington.

The Birding Trail in Michigan Where You’ll See More Than 200 Bird Species in a Single Afternoon

I'm an avid bird watcher. It's been that way since I moved to the Mitten State. I don't know how it happened. Maybe it's something to do with getting older and gaining new appreciation for the little things in life?

Bengals predicted to take Michigan star in latest 2025 NFL mock draft

That's why ESPN's Jordan Reid has Cincinnati focusing on the defensive side of the ball in his latest 2025 NFL mock draft. Reid has the Bengals taking Michigan star defensive tackle Mason Graham with the No. 8 overall pick.

The University of Michigan Doubled Down on D.E.I. What Went Wrong?

For this story, he spoke to more than 60 students, faculty, alumni and administrators at the University of Michigan; obtained internal university documents; and interviewed D.E.I. experts and critics around the country.

See top 10, bottom 10 Michigan counties for absentee voting so far

With three weeks until Election Day, here are which parts of Michigan are leading and lagging in absentee voting.

Disaster relief loans available for cherry farmers in 11 Michigan counties

Michigan’s cherry growers impacted by a mild winter, early spring and heavy rainfall prompted the U.S. Department of Agriculture to declare 11 counties natural or contiguous disaster areas.

Lethal goose roundup authorized as birds thrive in Michigan cities and suburbs

Relocating Canada geese isn't working, officials say. Property owners will soon be able to have them killed as a last resort.

Michigan’s new election dashboard shows early voting data by county and city

The public can now see how many ballots have been cast each day across Michigan ahead of the presidential election. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson unveiled the new dashboard Wednesday, Oct. 16, that can be accessed by going to Michigan.gov/votingdashboard.

Black voters in Michigan react to controversial election ad error

In the political ad, it’s somewhat easy to overlook the blunder of printing the wrong date for Election Day in the Michigan Bulletin. It reads, “On Nov. 6, vote for Tom Barrett.”

Election 2024: Here are the issues Michigan voters care the most about

Search trends show what issues are top of mind for Michiganders as they prepare to cast their votes for president.

‘Time is right’ for Catholic hospital and medical school project in Michigan, bishop says

A celebration of two beloved saints recently served to highlight an initiative to found an authentically Catholic hospital and medical school in Michigan.

What to Know About the University of Michigan’s D.E.I. Experiment

A Times investigation found that the school built one of the most ambitious diversity programs in the country — only to see increased discord and division on campus.

Sliding Michigan State renews acquaintances with Iowa

Iowa, which has won the last two meetings with Michigan State, will make its first trip to East Lansing since 2017. Copyright 2024 STATS LLC and Associated Press. Any commercial use or distribution without the express written consent of STATS LLC and Associated Press is strictly prohibited.

Upper Michigan Today meets NMU Golf's new head coach; explores the benefits of GLOW Laser Aesthetics' Beetlejuice facial

Ben Johnson discusses his goals for leading NMU's men's and women's golf teams; Jamie Thayer and Macy Lajoie break down the med spa's Beetlejuice facial and its benefits.

Family remembers Michigan man killed by suspects posing as utility workers: "He was generous"

HAMTRAMCK, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - A family is mourning the loss of a Rochester Hills man who was killed in a home invasion last week . Two suspects have been taken into custody. Law enforcement say the men dressed up as DTE workers to gain entry into the home.

A look at Michigan's apple and produce production

However, the weather in Michigan is well-suited for apple production because of its cool nights and warm days. But there's much more to it than just temperature. "If you have a sunnier season, you're going to have more sugars, and that gets put into the fruit, which will make the fruit sweeter," Plotkowski says.

Big solar farms, wind parks may be approved by state under new Michigan rules

Renewable energy projects have been met with stiff local opposition in some parts of Michigan. In late November, the state could begin permitting some large developments.

Michigan Showdown: The Must-Win Battleground

Battleground zeroes in on the critical final weeks of the 2024 presidential race. With just 21 days until Election Day, this episode takes you inside the must-win state of Michigan, explores the high-stakes early voting in Georgia,

With control of the Michigan Supreme Court on the line, 4 candidates vie for 2 seats

With four candidates on the ballot for the Michigan Supreme Court, nothing less than control of the chamber on the line. Although races for the state’s highest court appear on the nonpartisan ballot — and are not included in straight-ticket voting — the Democratic and Republican parties nominate candidates at their respective conventions in August.

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

Take the EV workshop from AARP to learn about driving and owning an EV. Help Register Login Login Hi, %{firstName}% Hi, %{firstName}% Games Car rental The race for president among Michigan voters remains a dead heat,

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

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