HATE WEEK- Hate: a Michigan State-Michigan History

Editor’s Note: This is an older post from 2011 that has been updated in the sole instance of the series record through 2024, but remains otherwise unchanged. We are placing it back on the frontpage in 2025 ahead of the Michigan State vs. um game...

Battle for governor in closely watched election may be headed for a photo finish

Republican New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli discusses the tight race against Mikie Sherrill, his response to her claims on opioid deaths and more on ‘Fox News Sunday.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! With the...

Political chalk resurges on Eastern Michigan University campus

Students at Eastern Michigan University have reinstated their use of campus sidewalks as a forum for political messaging. Using sidewalk chalk to say their piece, students engaged in written debates starting in September 2025. Last semester, the...

No Defamation Liability for "Antagonistic Rants" Against Israeli Muslim Educational Institution, Including Claims It's Agent of Israeli Government

From Judge Paul Maloney's decision Friday in Al Qassimi Academy v. Abuhaltam (W.D. Mich.): [Plaintiff] Al Qassimi Academy is an educational and religious institution serving the Muslim Arabic community in Israel. [Plaintiff] Abd Al-Raof Al-Qawasmi...

Voting in Michigan: Today is the last day to register to vote online, by mail

Both engaged in several heated rounds in a debate that covered everything from crime to city development, and whether either of them would accept President Donald Trump sending in the military to handle public safety. DETROIT (FOX 2) - After...

10 takeaways from the University of Michigan’s $15.6B budget

FLINT, MI — The University of Michigan Board of Regents on Thursday noted its $15.6 billion budget for the 2026 fiscal year. This comes after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed long-delayed Michigan budget bills for 2025-2026 into law on Tuesday, Oct....

Experts say Warren police broke the law in brutal beating of mentally ill man

Civil rights attorneys, former law enforcement officials, and mental health experts tell Metro Times that the Warren Police Department’s handling of 26-year-old Christopher Gibson was not only unnecessary but, according to several experts, it was...

‘Here’s a script for the bathroom’: US government nuclear physicist arrested on child sex charges

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Mel Owens, 'Golden Bachelor' from Detroit, returning home for meet and greet. How to attend

If you wish you could receive a rose from ABC's "Golden Bachelor" Mel Owens, a Detroit native, now's your chance. Owens is returning home Tuesday, Oct. 21, for a meet-and-greet event to raise money for the American Cancer Society. The first 100...

Where is it legal to ride an e-bike in Michigan? Here's what to know. 

An e-bike is a bicycle with a motor that assists the rider to move faster while pedaling, and depending on which class of bike, with a throttle. E-bikes traveling up to 20 mph have no age limits, but faster e-bikes, mopeds and motorcycles have age...

The NBA is at its international peak, but British players are still struggling to break through

(CNN) — The NBA is being hit by an international storm, attracting athletes from all corners of the world. At the start of the 2024-25 season, the league announced that a record-tying 125 international players were on opening night rosters. Those...

Thousands brave rain and wind for 48th Detroit Free Press Marathon

DETROIT – Thousands of runners flooded the streets of Detroit and Windsor Sunday for the Detroit Free Press Marathon, undeterred by rain and gusty winds that challenged them throughout the race. The event marked the 48th annual running and...

Federal shutdown slowing investigation into deadly Michigan plane crash

Officials in Bath Township Michigan are dealing with the aftermath of a small plane crash that killed three people. The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the crash. Ryan Fewins-Bliss,...

Franciscan Health Michigan City donates emergency gear to LaPorte County Sheriff's Office

Franciscan Health Michigan City has provided emergency equipment backpacks and CPR gear to the LaPorte County Sheriff's Office, aiming to enhance the medical response capabilities of local law enforcement. The donation includes 70 large red...

Menominee mayor proposes marijuana amendments as election approaches

By Ann Meyer Contributing Writer MENOMINEE, MICH. – Menominee Mayor Casey Hoffman said he plans to call for a city council vote on a Marijuana Reduction Amendment on Oct. 20 with hopes of limiting the number of marijuana dispensaries within city...

Veteran students feel impact of government shutdown as aid programs suspend services

We are now 20 days into the federal government shutdown, with the Senate returning to work Monday. Neither side appears to show any sign of movement off their demands. This is expected to soon start having a big impact on healthcare and veterans,...

Michigan school districts demand timely budget after delays

NORTHERN MICHIGAN,. (WPBN/WGTU) - - Michigan school districts are urging lawmakers to finalize the school aid budget on time, following a delay that left schools uncertain and unable to plan effectively for the current academic year. By law, the...

Michigan launches first Microplastics Awareness Week to tackle pollution

NORTHERNMICHIGAN,. (WPBN/WGTU) - - The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has announced the state's inaugural Microplastics Awareness Week, set for October 19-26, to address the growing issue of microplastic...

ELECTION 2025 — Candidates for Wilton Constables

For the 2025 Wilton Municipal Elections, GOOD Morning Wilton asked all candidates to submit a 150-word bio; candidates running for the Boards of Selectmen, Finance and Education and the Planning and Zoning Commission were asked to sit for a video...

ELECTION 2025 — Eamon Moran (R), Candidate for Board of Assessment Appeals

For the 2025 Wilton Municipal Elections, GOOD Morning Wilton asked all candidates to submit a 150-word bio; candidates running for the Boards of Selectmen, Finance and Education and the Planning and Zoning Commission were asked to sit for a video...