News History & Fun in Michigan
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News and events of Michigan’s Upper Thumb that are worth knowing in the region.
Here are some of the top stories.
Stanley has recalled 2.6 million travel mugs due to lid failures causing burn hazards. Consumers should stop using affected models and request free replacement lids. The recall follows 91 reports of detachment-related injuries, prompting safety concerns about product quality.
Proposed Michigan legislation aims to change state park funding by including passport fees in vehicle registrations unless residents opt-out. While supporters seek increased revenue for parks, Northern Michigan lawmakers express concern over potential higher costs and conservation impacts.
Michigan Senate Democrats passed the Freedom to Plan Act, ensuring equitable access to over-the-counter contraceptives. The legislation mandates coverage by insurers, promoting reproductive autonomy and addressing healthcare disparities, bolstered by support from health advocates and organizations.
Michigan’s political landscape is abuzz with speculation as U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg contemplates a potential bid for governor in 2026. According to a story in the Advocate, following his relocation to Traverse City in 2022 to be closer to his …
One lucky Michigander could claim a life-changing prize in Tuesday’s $619 million Mega Millions drawing, with a cash option of $297.7 million. Michigan Players Eye Mega Millions Jackpot MICHIGAN – The Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday, December 11, has reached an …
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) delays I-475 ramp closures to I-69 due to snowfall, now set for December 11, 2024. Concurrently, a $141 million reconstruction project begins, enhancing freeway safety and mobility, supporting over 1,700 jobs, and aiming for completion by September 2025.
Michigan authorities uncover massive trafficking operation, freeing victims and arresting key players in a coordinated multi-agency effort. Human Trafficking Ring Dismantled in Detroit Suburbs LANSING – A sweeping investigation led by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has culminated in the arrests …
CHI-CHI’S™, the iconic Mexican restaurant chain, is set to reopen in 2025 under the leadership of Michael McDermott, son of co-founder Marno McDermott. The revival, in partnership with Hormel Foods, aims to modernize the dining experience while preserving the restaurant’s classic flavors and nostalgic legacy.
