Wildfires in Canada are causing air quality issues in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. An air quality advisory is in effect for several counties due to elevated fine particulate matter. Sensitive groups, ...

The Trump administration has announced plans to sell 440 federal properties deemed "non-core" assets. The GSA claims the sale could save the government over $430 million in annual operating costs.

All Michigan Lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes up to $99,999.99, winners have the option to submit their claim by mail or in person at one of Michigan Lottery’s Regional ...

The National Weather Service has issued a high wind advisory for most of Michigan, with gusts up to 55 mph expected. Thunderstorms are possible in the afternoon and evening, potentially bringing wind ...

A total lunar eclipse, viewable from Michigan, will occur overnight Thursday into Friday. The eclipse will peak at 2:59 a.m. Friday, with the moon appearing red due to sunlight filtering through Earth ...

Pope Francis, the 266th pope of the Catholic Church, has died at age 88. The Vatican will observe a nine-day mourning period, and the College of Cardinals will convene to elect a new pope. He served ...

Passover, a Jewish holiday celebrating the emancipation of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery, is underway. Michigan has a Jewish population of about 129,000 people. While Passover and Easter often ...

Ferry services to Mackinac Island for the 2025 summer season are available. Both Arnold Transit Co. and Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry, owned by Hoffmann Family of Companies, offer service from St.

The Michigan Department of Transportation is beginning a $2.9 million maintenance project on the Zilwaukee Bridge. The project will be completed in two stages, with southbound lanes closing first, ...

The influenza virus, COVID-19 and the common cold are caused by different viruses. Consider getting vaccinated to keep yourself safe, health experts advise. Michigan health officials say the number of ...

Michigan ranks 17th in the US for the percentage of household income spent on groceries, with residents spending 2.12%. States with the highest percentage of income spent on groceries are often those ...

The Milky Way is our home galaxy with a disc of stars that spans more than 100,000 light-years. While the Milky Way is generally always visible from Earth, certain times of year are better for ...