Michigan Medicine restricts hospital visitors amid COVID-19 case spike
Michigan Medicine implemented new visitor restrictions as the number of COVID-19 cases climb.
Ann Arbor considers sending unarmed mental health experts to certain 911 calls
If a dispatcher determines that a 911 call is non-violent, someone other than an armed police officer would be sent.
Ann Arbor wants residents to stop tapping its trees for maple syrup
The city of Ann Arbor says it will actively remove any syrup collection equipment nailed into its trees.
University of Michigan to resume in-person classes this fall
University of Michigan students will return to the classroom this fall.
U-M not allowing students who have ignored Covid testing back on campus
The University of Michigan has been a hotbed for coronavirus variants and now hundreds of students are accused of violating Covid testing protocols. Those students are now banned from buildings on campus.
Parents urging Ann Arbor schools to reopen as district contends with slow vaccine rollout
Parents are pushing for students to get back in class in-person, say not only is it safe, but it is also good for their emotional - and mental health.
3 Mediterranean recluse spiders found in U-M library
But are they dangerous? "They don't have a huge amount of venom, but they have enough to start necrosis, which is the eating away of the flesh," she said.
11-year-olds raise money for Henry Ford Hospital workers in battle against COVID-19
Best friends Stella and Maybree Love from Ann Arbor decided to find a solution to help medical workers get needed supplies and they knew who they wanted to help.
Pilots join sexual abuse lawsuits against deceased University of Michigan doctor Robert Anderson
Airplane pilots have come forward with sexual abuse allegations against Dr. Robert Anderson, the former University of Michigan doctor accused of molesting student-athletes.
Michigan teen sets record for fastest indoor mile by a high school runner
A student from Skyline High School in Ann Arbor set the country's record for the fastest mile during a track meet in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
U-M authorities investigate assault, vehicle fire at Michigan Medicine parking garage
Police say a staff member of the hospital claimed he was assaulted near his vehicle and was knocked unconcious. When he awoke, he found his vehicle on fire.
U of M athletics paused, student test positive for B117 COVID variant
All of the University of Michigan athletics are on pause after COVID-19 B.1.1.7 variant.
Ann Arbor blind double amputee trying to raise money for new prosthetic legs
He started a GoFundMe to help him afford the C-leg prosthetic legs. The knees can be specially programmed to mimic how John walks. The C-leg also has a hydraulic system that will give the 39-year-old a better sense of balance and minimize the risk of injury as he works to lead an independent life.
MSU, U-M alumni come to rescue of Pinball Pete's, raising $87,000
A beloved arcade game location in Ann Arbor and East Lansing put out a call for help have been stricken by the pandemic. Fans of Pinball Pete's came have arrived in force, donating tens of thousands of dollars.
Big roll out at the Big House; University of Michigan opens vaccine clinic at stadium
The University of Michigan has launched a vaccination clinic at the Big House. It's the latest step local health departments have taken to get the vaccine to health care workers.
Metro Detroit 11-year-old to compete on Food Network's Kids Baking Championship
The 6th grader's culinary skills got discovered on social media which has now landed him on the very popular Food Network show. "My signature cake is candy bacon cake," he said. "I always love to put bacon in anything. I make chocolate caramel cake, passion fruit cake."
Tests for new Michigan train between Ann Arbor and Traverse City on hold
A new proposal for a passenger train from Ann Arbor to northern Michigan his new obstacles related to the pandemic after test runs were put on hold for the proposed 240-mile line.
Keep it Wholesome: Michigan student raises thousands in just 3 months to build school in Malawi
Through the power of social media, a University of Michigan student was able to fully fund the building of a sustainable school in Malawi in just under three months.
U-M fraternity waits on judge decision to keep name after allowing women, non-binary members
That fraternity is waiting for a judge's decision about whether they can keep their name while allowing women and non-binary people to also be members.
Washtenaw Co. updates stay-in-place order for UM students with voting clarification
Washtenaw County updated its stay-in-place order for University of Michigan students with a voting clarification Friday ahead of the general election.