NWS: Five tornadoes touched down across Southeast Michigan overnight

A sleepless night for many across Southeast Michigan after multiple tornado warnings hit the area in the early morning hours of Wednesday. Now the NWS is confirming a few tornadoes have touched down in the state.

Cheboygan dam water level update: Water fluctuates as crews work to bring in more high-capacity pumps

Water levels on the Cheboygan dam rose again overnight after falling nearly an inch Tuesday. If the water level rises just a bit more, residents downstream of the dam will be moved into the ‘set’ phase of the state's ‘ready, set, go’ safety plan.

Flood Watch remains in effect for Southeast Michigan

Southeast Michigan remains under a Flood Watch that is expected to be in effect through Thursday night.

Strong storms leave mess of damage across parts of Southeast Michigan

Strong storms in Southeast Michigan toppled trees, took down wires, and even knocked the bricks off of a building that now has a gaping hole in the side of it.

Erika Kirk misses Georgia Turning Point USA event over safety concerns

Vice President JD Vance revealed that Erika Kirk, the widow of slain activist Charlie Kirk, opted out of the Athens Turning Point USA event on Tuesday due to safety concerns.

Eric Swalwell accuser details 2018 incident where she was allegedly drugged, raped

A woman detailing sexual assault claims against Eric Swalwell spoke out Tuesday in Beverly Hills, alleging the former Congressman drugged and raped her in 2018.

Southfield murder victim's neighbor arrested nearly 30 years after slaying, thanks to DNA advancements

A Southfield police detective's request to revisit cold case files led to police finding a suspect accused of murdering a woman nearly three decades ago. Now, Deborah Kennedy's accused killer is behind bars, facing a murder charge for her 1997 stabbing death.

Cheboygan dam water levels rise 6 inches as crews work to bring in more pumps, sand bags

The Cheboygan dam water level rose 6.07 inches from Monday morning to Tuesday morning. Crews have removed gates from the dam, added pumps and sand bags, and will use more pumps as they work to get the level down.

Trump blasts Pope Leo XIV on Truth Social: “Weak on crime" and foreign policy

President Donald Trump took aim at Pope Leo XIV in a Truth Social post on Sunday night following recent comments from the pontiff, and took credit for the Illinois native’s elevation to the papacy. 

2026 Masters: Rory McIlroy survives late drama to win second green jacket

Rory McIlroy secured his place in golf history Sunday, becoming just the fourth player to win consecutive Masters titles after pulling away during an intense final round at Augusta National.

2026 Masters purse: Winner to take home record $4.5 million

Golf’s biggest stars are competing for a historic payday at Augusta National this weekend as the 2026 Masters prize purse climbs to a record-breaking $22.5 million.

Rory McIlroy leads Masters by 6 after historic Friday run

Rory McIlroy is making Masters history as he enters the third round on Saturday at Augusta National with a commanding six-shot lead.