Frankenmuth, Heritage, Valley Lutheran claim soccer district titles
Check out how Saginaw-area boys soccer teams fared, with updated district pairings and upcoming games for district champions.
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Manufacturing Futures helps teach skilled trades to Metro Detroit students
Thousands of Metro Detroit students are learning how to use cutting-edge technology, from 3D printers to robotic arms, as they get a head start on high-paying careers in advanced manufacturing.
Dispatch audio reveals response to chemical leak in Toledo
A hazardous chemical leak in Toledo forced hundreds of residents to evacuate and others to shelter in place, while dozens of people were taken to the hospital.
KPS board meets for first time since gun brought to Kalamazoo Central
Kalamazoo Public Schools held its first board meeting following a gun being brought into Kalamazoo Central high School last week.
Caleb Williams throws 2 TD passes as the Bears beat Drake Maye and the Patriots 30-24
Caleb Williams threw for 308 yards and two touchdowns, and the Chicago Bears cooled off Drake Maye and the New England Patriots with a 30-24 win.
Man accused of stealing Eminem's unreleased music pleads guilty
A former Eminem employee pleaded guilty to selling unreleased songs by the rapper, music that ended up on streaming platforms and was accessed more than 8 million times, the Justice Department said.
Sunny stretch continues with morning fog
Patchy morning fog continues to be the only issue as our sunny and fall-like days roll on.
Judge hears testimony over Muhith Mahmood's residency in Hamtramck mayoral race
A Wayne County judge held a five-hour hearing on Thursday regarding the residency of former City Councilman Muhith Mamood, who recently took the lead for Hamtramck mayor after 37 absentee ballots were counted nearly a year after the 2025 election.
Man charged with stabbing Monroe Township teen, injuring others
A 27-year-old man is facing multiple charges in connection with an attack in Monroe Township that killed his 15-year-old brother and injured his mother and stepfather.
Hamtramck leaders await court decision on mayoral candidate's residency
A Wayne County judge held a five-hour-long hearing on Thursday on the residency of former City Councilman Muhith Mamood, who recently overtook the lead for Hamtramck mayor after 37 absentee ballots were counted nearly a year after the 2025 election.
Person hospitalized after being shot in leg in Midtown
A person was listed in stable condition after being shot in the leg in Midtown.
Michigan State trustee alleges discrimination, retaliation by university officials in new lawsuit
A Michigan State University trustee is suing university officials, including current and former trustees, alleging she experienced gender and racial bias over the last few years.
Parishioners fight to save weekend masses at St. Mary, Cause of Our Joy amid Archdiocese restructuring
Parishioners at St. Mary, Cause of Our Joy Catholic Church are pushing back against a proposed restructuring that could eliminate weekend masses — and with them, a food pantry that serves hundreds of families each month.
Ann Arbor-area field hockey regional semifinal scoreboard
See the final scores from the regional semifinal round and the updated postseason schedule for area teams.
Hall of Famer and Southern coach Marshall Faulk says he's been diagnosed with Parkinson's
Hall of Fame running back and Southern University coach Marshall Faulk has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
Rivalry battles headline Ann Arbor-area boys soccer district final highlights
Two teams earned rivalry wins to claim district championships this week.
Trump says he 'heard something about' Justice Department probe into longtime ally Corey Lewandowski
President Donald Trump says he has heard about the Department of Justice investigating Corey Lewandowski.
James, Embiid, Maxey spark 76ers' rally from 29 points down in home opener to stun Cavs 114-106
Tyrese Maxey scored 32 points and Joel Embiid had 24 to help LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers wipe out a 29-point deficit in their home opener and stun the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-106.
James campaign talks environmental policies in Macomb County
Lake St. Clair, a source of drinking water for many Michigan communities, was a major topic. Pollution, invasive species, and sewer overflow came up as some of the biggest points of concern.
Roddy Gayle cleared to play 5th season of college hoops for No. 16 Michigan, coach Mike Boynton says
Roddy Gayle has been cleared to play a fifth season of college basketball for No. 16 Michigan, according to Wolverines coach Mike Boynton.
Western savors first soccer title in 12 years while giving coach record-breaking win
Western's Kyle Jean becomes winningest coach in Bay County history on championship night
Our favorite photos at Pioneer boys soccer beats Skyline for district title
The Pioneers claimed a 2-1 win over their crosstown rival.
40-year-old driver dies after crashing vehicle into tree in Shiawassee County
The Durand man was driving alone in Vernon Township when his vehicle left the road, police said.
Metro Detroit man killed in industrial explosion Thursday, police say
The 49-year-old Macomb Township man was pronounced dead at the scene of the industrial incident in Mt. Clemens
Michigan State’s Jeremy Fears updates status after injury scare
The All-American point guard rolled both ankles in Tuesday's exhibition loss to UConn.
Not-so-veiled warnings from ACLU, AG Nessel, to anyone with election interference plans
A coalition of pro-voting rights groups, including the ACLU of Michigan, says it has been preparing for the last 18 months to protect the integrity of the upcoming midterm election in the state, and "we are ready."
What to know about the AI-detected security bug impacting wide swaths of the internet
PHP is a widely used general-purpose scripting language that is geared toward web development, and thus, it powers the majority of websites around the world. When the organization behind the language and the FBI’s cyber division warned Wednesday of significant vulnerabilities in the language, government agencies…
Why the new progressive Democrats in Congress might unite with the old Dems, for now
PORTLAND, Ore. — The latest cosponsor of a U.S. House bill to provide single-payer health insurance defeated a Republican incumbent in a suburban and rural Oregon district by fewer than 10,000 votes two years ago. U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum, a Democrat now seeking her second term, doesn’t have the far-left profile of…
Man charged in attack at Monroe County home that killed teen brother
A 27-year-old man is facing multiple charges in connection with an attack in Monroe Township that killed his 15-year-old brother and injured his mother and stepfather.
The percentage of people without health insurance is growing
The percentage of working-age adults without health insurance has increased in the past two years, largely because many people can no longer afford Obamacare coverage after Congress allowed federal subsidies to expire at the end of last year. The uninsured rate for adults ages 19-64 rose to 11.2% this year, up from…
Execution staff warned IV site might have 'blown' during Christa Pike's execution attempt
Tennessee execution team members failed multiple times to establish working IV lines in Christa Pike’s arms before her attempted execution and warned that some of her veins may have ruptured, or “blown,” before she was injected with the lethal drug, her attorney wrote in a court document filed Thursday. The IV team…
Grand Rapids 'Cancer Survivorship Clinic' helps survivors thrive
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, much of the focus is on screening, diagnosis and treatment. But for many survivors, challenges continue long after treatment ends.
Lawmakers and advocates seek to waive PPO fees for abuse victims
Michigan legislators introduced bills H.B. 5120 and H.B. 5121 to eliminate service fees for victims seeking personal protection orders, aiming to remove financial barriers to safety from abuse.
Beacon Kalamazoo lays off workers, switches to telehealth for crisis screenings
A Kalamazoo emergency room is laying off workers as it transitions to telehealth behavioral health crisis screenings.
Judge tosses discrimination suit by Mattawan bus driver who gave students religious messages
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by a former Mattawan bus driver who was fired for handing out candy bags to students on her bus that sometimes contained religious messages.
How Kalamazoo Public Schools is looking to curb chronic absence
While the chronic absence rate at Kalamazoo Public Schools has been falling in the last five years, the superintendent says there is more work to be done and he has a plan to make it happen.
Dems in Congress say they’re wary Trump won’t accept results of election
As Election Day approaches, top Democrats on the intelligence committees in Congress are preparing for the possibility that President Donald Trump will allege foreign interference to discredit unfavorable results. And they want leading U.S. intelligence officials to be immediately reachable if he does. Sen. Mark…
Stateside: Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
What you need to know about a crowded school board election in Grand Rapids. Plus, why so many positions in local government are going unfilled right now.
These White suburban moms regret voting for Trump — but aren’t sold on Democrats
This story was originally reported by Grace Panetta of The 19th. Meet Grace and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. Two years ago, six White suburban mothers were among the more than 77 million Americans who voted to put President Donald Trump back in the White House. Now, they say they
DOJ to send election monitors to seven Michigan communities
After sending federal monitors to three Michigan cities for the primary election, the U.S. Department of Justice will once again send monitors to observe elections on Nov. 3, according to state officials. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel on Thursday issued a news release stating that seven Michigan communities…
Fuel loading to resume at Palisades after workers remove damaged fuel assembly
Some nearby residents argued retrieving the fuel assembly at the Palisades nuclear plant brought unnnecessary risk. Holtec International says the work was "error-free".
Michigan AG urges state regulators to reject Consumers Energy dam sale
This story is made possible through a partnership between Interlochen Public Radio and Grist, a nonprofit environmental media organization. Michigan Attorney Dana Nessel wants state regulators to reject Consumers Energy’s proposed sale of its fleet of aging hydroelectric dams to a private company. In northern…
Here are 28 things to do in Michigan this weekend, October 23-25
Need something to do this weekend? Looking for new things to explore? Michigan Public is here to help! Check out some of these fun, interesting, and timely events across Michigan from October 23-25.
EGLE takes comments on wastewater permit for onsite water treatment at Saline Township data center
On Wednesday, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy took questions and heard concerns from residents of Saline Township and communities across the state as it worked to finalize an environmental permit for an onsite wastewater facility proposed as part of the hyperscale data center under…
Meet Michigan's Attorney General candidates: Eli Savit
In November, Michigan voters will choose a new attorney general. Eli Savit is the Democratic Party nominee.
Meet Michigan's Attorney General candidates: Doug Lloyd
In November, Michigan voters will choose a new Attorney General. Doug Lloyd is the Republican Party nominee.
National bus tour brings healthcare affordability fight to Michigan
This story was originally published by Public News Service. Health insurance premiums are climbing in Michigan, adding to the financial pressure on families already struggling with everyday expenses. State regulators approved an average increase of more than 20% for individual health insurance plans this year. A new…
Mallory McMorrow blames fake poll for disrupting her Senate campaign
In June, Wedgewood Polls released a survey that showed state Sen. Mallory McMorrow down to single-digit support in her bid for the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination. The data wasn’t real.