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1+ hour, 44+ min ago (682+ words) MID-MICHIGAN " With Christmas just days away, several events are set to take place across mid-Michigan, from holiday-themed activities to a film series screening. Here are six events set to take place from Thursday, Dec. 18, through Sunday, Dec. 21, in Genesee, Bay and Saginaw counties: Santa Claus is coming to Flint Saturday to spread Christmas cheer by joining families ice skating at the 810 Sports Complex. The Skating with Santa event will be held from 7-8:30 p.m. on the main rink at the sports complex, located at 1160 S. Elms Road. Tickets can be purchased online at 810sportscomplex.com. Art Encounter: Mini Wreaths The Saginaw Art Museum & Gardens is helping to brighten the holiday season this weekend with a workshop in which participants will make their own mini wreaths. The Art Encounter: Mini Wreaths event is open to the public and will be held from 1-4 p.m. Saturday at the…...

5+ hour, 25+ min ago (121+ words) December 18, 2025 / 8:48 AM EST / CBS Detroit Michigan State Police said they discovered 966 grams of methamphetamine in a vehicle during a traffic stop on Interstate 75." The traffic stop happened about 12:15 a.m. Thursday on southbound I-75, near Dixie Highway / Exit 93 in Oakland County's Springfield Township. Troopers"from the Metro North Post said"they had pulled over a Jeep Compass for improper lane usage, and then discovered the driver had a suspended Michigan driver's license." Officers then arrested the driver and upon checking the vehicle, found the methamphetamine under the driver's seat." The suspect was lodged at the Oakland County Jail, and charges are being sought through the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office."...

9+ hour, 1+ min ago (154+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, MI " Michigan's girls high school basketball season is in its second week, and that has provided enough time for some of the state's top teams to stand out. Around Grand Rapids, _ squads boast undefeated records, while several more already have celebrated signature wins. With that in mind, we're looking at the area's top girls hoops teams across all divisions heading into the heart of the 2025-26 season. Be sure to check back every Thursday in the new year for a fresh set of rankings and a look at teams that are trending up. On the bubble: Greenville (3-0), Forest Hills Northern (1-3), Grandville (3-0), Holland Christian (2-1), Covenant Christian (3-0) 10. GR Catholic Central (2-0) 9. Unity Christian (3-1) 8. East Kentwood (1-0) 5. Cedar Springs (2-1) 4. West Catholic (2-1) 2. South Christian (2-0)...

12+ hour, 2+ min ago (353+ words) MACOMB TWP., MI " A Michigan man has been identified as an interpreter who was killed over the weekend while working with U.S. military forces in Syria. WXYZ reported that Ayad Mansoor Sakat died after soldiers were reportedly ambushed by members of the Islamic State group (ISIS) on Saturday, Dec. 13. According to the 54-year-old's online obituary on Wednesday, Dec. 17, Sakat worked as an interpreter with soldiers from 2003 to 2007 to help bring his family to the U.S. through the Special Immigrant Visa program. He was born in Bakhdida, Iraq, before his family settled in Michigan. "Service to this country has been in his blood for a very long time, and all four of us " his children " have the utmost respect for everything he did alongside American soldiers," Sakat's family said in a statement to WXYZ, calling his death a "huge shock." "Everything we have…...

12+ hour, 50+ min ago (160+ words) ANTRIM COUNTY, MI " A 91-year-old Michigan man is charged with sexual assault for allegedly inappropriately touching a victim at his home, authorities announced. 91-year-old Michigan man accused of sexual assault ANTRIM COUNTY, MI " A 91-year-old Michigan man is charged with sexual assault for allegedly inappropriately touching a victim at his home, authorities announced. It is alleged that Raymond Erlandson, 91, of Antrim County, inappropriately touched a victim on Oct. 24 at his residence in Milton Township, according to a news release from the Michigan State Police. The incident was reported, and the MSP Gaylord Post launched an investigation, police said. Based on their report, the Antrim County Prosecutor's Office charged Erlandson with fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct. Erlandson was arraigned on Dec. 12 in the 86th District Court in Antrim County. His bond was set at $5,000 cash/surety. His next court appearance is scheduled for…...

13+ hour, 17+ min ago (408+ words) Heather Dinich and Paul Finebaum react to Kalen DeBoer reiterating his intention to stay at Alabama although Michigan's job is open. (1:44) Michigan's investigation into its football program and wider athletic department could lead to findings of additional misconduct that might trigger more employment terminations, interim university president Domenico Grasso said Wednesday. In a video statement, Grasso described the week since football coach Sherrone Moore's firing as "no doubt a challenging time for our university community." Michigan fired Moore on Dec. 10 for engaging in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member, discovered through a university investigation. Moore faces three criminal charges, including felony third-degree home invasion, for allegedly confronting the staff member at her residence after being fired. Michigan's investigation into Moore's conduct and the football program continues, and the university commissioned Chicago-based law firm Jenner & Block to conduct a larger…...

13+ hour, 30+ min ago (290+ words) A Path Defined by Winning Kalen DeBoer's coaching journey is a masterclass in steady, upward mobility. He first made a name for himself at his alma mater, the University of Sioux Falls, where he compiled a staggering 67-3 record and won three NAIA National Championships. This early success established his reputation as a "winner" in the purest sense, a trait that followed him as he transitioned to the FBS level. Why He Fits the Michigan Mold Michigan is currently a program in search of a "cultural reset" following a series of off-field scandals and the abrupt end of the Moore era. DeBoer offers several key attributes that align with Michigan's needs: " Midwestern Roots: A South Dakota native with experience coaching in the Big Ten (Indiana & Washington) and the MAC (Eastern Michigan), DeBoer understands the regional recruiting landscape and the "blue-collar" expectations…...

13+ hour, 49+ min ago (1090+ words) Parking infrastructure in Grand Rapids GRAND RAPIDS, MI " Grand Rapids is in the midst of a once-in-a-decade wave of new development that will transform its downtown. From a new 8,500-seat soccer stadium to a massive concert venue along the Grand River, the new projects will draw more visitors to support the downtown economy. But with that influx in patrons, there's one big question on everyone's minds. Where is everyone going to park? With the new venues expected to draw thousands downtown, some are worried the city doesn't have enough parking to handle the demand. Many residents say they already struggle to find a parking spot near their destination on busy nights downtown, especially when there are multiple events happening at Van Andel, DeVos Place and other venues. "Most of the downtown traffic is just people driving around looking for parking,…...

14+ hour, 48+ min ago (435+ words) The Michigan Wolverines are on the hunt for a new head coach after the firing of Sherrone Moore sent shockwaves throughout the college football world. The Wolveirnes have been linked to Arizona State head coach Kenny Dillingham, Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer, former Wolverines defensive coordinator Jesse Minter and others as their search has evolved. On Wednesday, ESPN college football writer Pete Thamel gave an update on the situation during which he revealed that Michigan has a big edge over the Sun Devils in one key area. Michigan has not hired the 35-year-old Arizona State coach yet but the rumor mill has linked the Wolverines to the Sun Devils' rising star, who led his team to the College Football Playoff last year and nearly beat the Texas Longhorns, Michigan's Citrus Bowl opponent. Things have been tight-lipped in recent days. Arizona…...

17+ hour, 34+ min ago (410+ words) The Michigan Wolverines finished their regular season with a record of 9-3 and are preparing to face Texas in the Citrus Bowl at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida on December 31. The Wolverines' bowl destination was revealed shortly before the firing of head coach Sherrone Moore, who was replaced by Biff Poggi for the time being. Following the news, the Wolverines' recruiting class came into focus with one player standing out. An offensive lineman who was expected to continue Moore's 'Smash' philosophy in Ann Arbor, but the player decided to bolt for SEC country after announcing he no longer wanted to attend the University of Michigan. Offensive guard Bear McWhorter of Cartersville, Georgia was given four stars by various recruiting services including ESPN and was noted for having the mean streak necessary to play the rough and tumble position. McWhorter was…...