Isle Royale wildfire causes evacuations from campgrounds, trails

The wildfire had doubled in size between the time it was spotted to when a plane dumped 4,000 gallons of water on it in the late afternoon Saturday. Additional resources were expected to be needed as evacuations were underway.

State of Emergency declared over Great Lakes Water Authority water main break

A boil advisory impacting 130,000 residents will remain in place for at least two weeks due to the replacement need of a massive pipe that burst over the weekend.

Judge declares mistrial in Flint water lawsuit against engineering firms

Corey Stern, an attorney for the children, said he was only one juror shy from winning the case. The lack of a verdict means a trial can be held again with a different jury.

CDC drops quarantine, screening recommendations for COVID-19

The nation's top public health agency on Thursday relaxed its COVID-19 guidelines, dropping the recommendation that Americans quarantine themselves if they come into close contact with an infected person.

Southeast Michigan cider mill opening dates

Some cider mills in Southeast Michigan are already open for the season, while others are opening soon.

US inflation slips from 40-year peak but remains high at 8.5%

Consumer prices jumped 8.5% in July compared with a year earlier, the government said Wednesday, down from a 9.1% year-over-year jump in June.

Dozens of breweries, cornhole tournament on tap for Great Lakes Beer Festival

Dozens of breweries and cideries will be pouring samples at the Great Lakes Beer Festival in Midland, while Just After Midnight and Cold Cut Trio perform.

Humidity and temperatures dip with pleasant Tuesday on the way

The rest of the week won't be bad either as a cold front will keep any rising temperatures at bay and in the low 80s. Rain chances are scant the next several days as well.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer tests positive for COVID-19

Whitmer, who is up-to-date on her vaccination shots and boosters, credits them for her limited symptoms.

Beagles rescued from Virginia breeding facility headed to Michigan

Some of the 4,000 beagles rescued from a Virginia breeding facility in July are on their way to the Humane Society of Huron Valley in Ann Arbor.

Blighted Detroit home near Little Caesars Arena previously listed at $5M burns down

The eyesore resisted efforts to rehabilitate the property even as the area around the home modernized and grew. That includes the construction of Little Caesars Arena.

More rain incoming Monday before temperatures level off across Southeast Michigan

The humidity will take a dip and offer some relief following a sweaty few days in Michigan last week. The rain will come with a cold front that will allow drier air to flow back into the state.

Vast sunflower field in Michigan's Upper Peninsula opens soon

Hall Farms in Michigan's Upper Peninsula will be open for the season soon. The 20-acre sunflower field is free to explore.

Southeast Michigan severe weather downs trees and leaves 25K without power

In Detroit, damage was limited to flooding on the freeways as well as fallen trees and branches. One home on Outer Drive suffered major structural damage after a tree crashed through the roof.

Huron River chemical spill: What is hexavalent chromium?

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy was alerted Monday that a Wixom company released hexavalent chromium into the sewer system, prompting a warning not to touch Huron River water.