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.

Woman survives 6-month battle with coronavirus and gets a hero's welcome

"People keep saying 'I took care of you,' but I was unconscious for about two and a half months so I really don't remember them, but I am so thankful," said Deanna.

University of Michigan recruiting for a second COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial

Michigan Medicine is partnering with Janssen, a division of Johnson & Johnson, for a double-blind phase III clinical trial to test a vaccine against COVID-19.

Michigan's three biggest universities anticipate online classes until next fall

Classes at the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, and Wayne State University will likely remain online for the entire academic year.

Kindness of a stranger returns stolen bike to Ann Arbor woman

Last week Retzer, who rides her beloved bike to work daily at Mott Children's Hospital, discovered she had no way to get home after her 10-hour shift.

Ann Arbor City Council takes up resolution decriminalizing magic mushrooms

Following growing support for alternative forms of medicine in the cannabis market, two Ann Arbor City Council members have introduced a resolution to decriminalize magic mushrooms.

Ann Arbor City Council seeks to decriminalize psychedelic mushrooms
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Following growing support for alternative forms of medicine in the cannabis market, two Ann Arbor City Council members have introduced a resolution to decriminalize magic mushrooms.