Friday, May 8, 2026

CDC extends renter protections through July 31

Renters affected by the pandemic are still protected. Last week, the CDC extended the eviction moratorium that was scheduled to expire this week. The extension expands some renter protections through July 31.

The Michigan Department of Transportation issued a reminder to wear masks on public transportation

The Michigan Department of Transportation issued a reminder on Monday that everyone still needs to wear a mask on airplanes, trains, and public transit. Yes, that includes I-Ride. Those who have been vaccinated are...

Deadly car crash being investigated in Big Rapids on Saturday morning

Big Rapids police are investigating a deadly car crash that killed one person and injured another Saturday morning. The car was on fire when police arrived and one person was found dead inside. They...

Michigan Lottery warns public of scams

The Michigan lottery is warning people of scams. Scammers are sending messages out claiming people have won big prizes and can get the prizes if they send money first. Lottery officials say this is...

Lansing man accused of robbing has been found competent to stand trial

A Lansing man accused of robbing the Middleton Commercial Bank has been found competent to stand trial. The Morning Sun reports that Joseph King was evaluated and examiners said he understood the charges against...

Coleman residents have the option to vote on school bond August 3rd

Coleman residents will vote on a school bond August 3rd. If voters are in favor of the bond, Coleman Community Schools would make significant building improvements.

New president at Delta College

Delta College announced its new president. The college’s board of trustees approved Dr. Michael Gavin’s appointment at a special meeting on Wednesday. Gavin will be the college’s fifth president. He will begin the role...

Republican lawmakers have voted to stop Michigan’s weekly federal supplement added to unemployment benefits

Republican lawmakers have voted to stop a $300 weekly federal supplement that is added to unemployed workers’ benefits in Michigan. It is due to end Sept. 4 under federal law anyway. However, the measure...

MidMichigan Health participates in a new clinical cardiac trial called the WARRIOR study

MidMichigan Health in Midland is participating in a new clinical cardiac trial targeted at women who are experiencing chest pain and other signs of ischemia, but who have not been found to have significant...

Frakenmuth man pleads guilty to killing a Mt. Pleasant man will serve at least...

A Frankenmuth man who pleaded guilty to killing a man at Bradley Trailer Park in Mt Pleasant last year will be spending at least 3 decades behind bars. 30 year old Charles Reid admitted...