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Five Victims and Gunman Dead, Hero Hospitalized in Missaukee County Shooting
MISSAUKEE COUNTY ~ A shooting in Missaukee County on Friday left six dead, including 39-year-old suspect Chad Hickman, and another hospitalized. Three victims have been identified by family members and the official investigation is ongoing. According to the Missaukee County Sheriff's office, troopers were dispatched to...
15h ago
Michigan State Turns to Dan Bartholomae to Lead Athletic Department
Michigan State University has selected Dan Bartholomae as its next athletic director, turning to a leader who built a strong reputation at Western Michigan University. Bartholomae is known for his fundraising efforts and ability to build relationships with donors, alumni and community stakeholders. His hiring comes as ...
19h ago
Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan Joins Honigman as Partner
Mike Duggan has joined Detroit-based law firm Honigman as a partner in its Government Relations and Public Policy practice, his first role since completing three terms as Detroit mayor.
21h ago
Teen Takeovers Prompt Safety Measures and Outreach Efforts in Detroit
DETROIT ~ As teen takeovers drew large crowds in Detroit this summer, youth violence prevention experts say most teenagers are seeking connection rather than conflict, a view that is shaping the city's approach to safety and youth programming. PODCAST: Aug. 17, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson talk with Dr. Kris...
22h ago
Families Raise Concerns About Conditions Aboard USS Abraham Lincoln During Extended Deployment
Military families are raising concerns about crew fatigue, supply shortages, and living conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during its extended Middle East deployment.
23h ago
Aug. 17, 2026 ~ Watch as the Detroit Lions take you behind the scenes through the newly revamped full process of auditioning and selecting the 2026 team of Detroit Lions Cheerleaders. You’ll see each dance round of the audition process, meet rookie candidates hoping to make the roster, get a front row seat to the formal job interviews and deliberation, get introduced to the brand new Solo Round where candidates bring their own personality to auditions, as well as meet the entire 2026 roster after hearing their reactions to making the team.
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Michigan State Turns to Dan Bartholomae to Lead Athletic Department
Michigan State University has selected Dan Bartholomae as its next athletic director, turning to a leader who built a strong reputation at Western Michigan University. Bartholomae is known for his fundraising efforts and ability to build relationships with donors, alumni and community stakeholders. His hiring comes as ...
19h ago
Lions Rally Late But Fall 16-14 to Bengals in Preseason Opener
The Detroit Lions opened their preseason Thursday night with a hard-fought 16-14 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium, but the score hardly told the full story. In a game dominated by reserves and players competing for roster spots, Detroit fell behind 16-6 before mounting a late comeback that nearly stole ...
Aug 14, 2026
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Local Organization Helps Grow Detroit's Bee Population
Bees in the D began with a couple of hives in the heart of Detroit-and things have been buzzing ever since! They work to educate and protect all pollinators-native bees, bumble bees, honeybees, butterflies, beetles, and so many more.
Aug 16, 2026
Joe Gagnon, "The Appliance Doctor," Dies at 84
DETROIT ~ Joe Gagnon, known to generations of radio listeners as "The Appliance Doctor," died Thursday, Aug. 13 at age 84. Gagnon built a broadcasting career that combined appliance expertise, consumer advocacy, and practical advice, becoming a familiar voice on 760 WJR and radio stations across the country f...
Aug 13, 2026
