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The Brown City Council will have to make some fowl decisions soon (Sanilac County)

At this month's meeting, there was a request by city resident Michelle Cisilino to allow her to raise some chickens inside of the city limits in her backyard. More Details | More News Headlines

MDARD Grants Boost Huron and Tuscola County Fairs

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has announced nearly $1.6 million in grant funding to county fairs and expositions across the state. More Details | More News Headlines

Regional Michigan Unemployment Rates Fall in April

Unadjusted unemployment rates dropped across all 18 Michigan labor market areas in April, the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget reported. More Details | More News Headlines

CDC reports drug overdose deaths have declined (nation wide)

Drug overdose deaths nationwide have declined by 27 percent compared to 2023, and in Michigan the decrease was even more significant with a reported 36 percent decrease from fatal drug overdoses. More Details | More News Headlines

Stolen Vehicle Pursuit Ends in Crash at Mackinac Bridge Toll Booth

A 27 year old man from Northville, Michigan, is facing multiple felony charges after leading law enforcement on a high speed chase that ended at the Mackinac Bridge on Monday. More Details | More News Headlines

Michigan FOP Commends Schurr No Retrial Decision

The Michigan Fraternal Order of Police on May 22, 2025, issued a statement commending Kent County Prosecutor Chris Becker for his decision not to pursue a retrial of Grand Rapids Police Department Officer Christopher Schurr. More Details | More News Headlines

Assessments eyed to fund Central Huron Ambulance (Huron County)

During this month's Siegel Township Board of Trustees Meeting, it was learned Central Huron Ambulance is in the process of developing a special assessment district to help with costs of operation. More Details | More News Headlines

Dana Nessel Designates Hancock Nonprofit as Recipient of Millions in Charitable Funds

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel designated Copper Shores Community Health Foundation as the recipient of more than $20 million in charitable funds. More Details | More News Headlines