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1+ hour, 25+ min ago (357+ words) Buckle up, weather friends. We're now entering the potentially hazardous forecast window that we've been talking about for a few days. Pretty much all of Michigan woke up to above-freezing temperatures today. And a morning warm-up will bring high temperatures to nearly 50 degrees by this afternoon to areas of the Lower Peninsula, from Holland to Kalamazoo to Detroit. We're also in store for a widespread rain and gusty winds. By later today, an Arctic blast will send temperatures plunging by 20 degrees or more. Those falling temperatures coupled with the high winds will mean a flash freeze could happen, making roads hazardous. Then the snow kicks in. While the southern half of Lower Michigan will see lighter amounts of snow, some areas in Northern Michigan from Frankfort to Petoskey over to Gaylord could see up to 6 inches of snow between tonight…...

3+ hour, 55+ 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…...

7+ hour, 36+ 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, 35+ min ago (1374+ words) LANSING, MI - Michigan's first "hyperscale" data center has a path to power. On Thursday, Dec. 18, state regulators cleared the way for a massive artificial intelligence server warehouse for ChatGPT creator OpenAI and cloud computing giant Oracle to connect to the grid. The 1.4-gigawatt project set to occupy farmland in Saline Township, south of Ann Arbor, would be Michigan's largest and promises to draw more electricity than a million homes. It can now do so because the Michigan Public Service Commission conditionally approved special power contracts between the data center and utility DTE Energy on Thursday " while imposing a litany of requirements for DTE along with the green light. In doing so, regulators cast aside growing calls to expose the deal to greater scrutiny over the coming weeks. However, they argued, the "well-negotiated, solid contracts" will benefit other utility customers, and…...

11+ hour, 12+ 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)...

14+ hour, 14+ 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…...

15+ hour, 1+ 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…...

15+ hour, 28+ 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…...

15+ hour, 41+ 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…...

16+ hour 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,…...