Flint replaces most lead pipes, 10 years after the Michigan water crisis

Flint has replaced most of its lead water pipes, more than 10 years after contaminated water was found in the Michigan city's water system, prompting national outrage. State officials submitted a progress report in court on Tuesday showing that they …

University of Michigan regents, execs get 24-hour security as threats, harassment persist

Michigan Cold Case Solved After 28 Years

A Michigan cold case that sat unsolved for nearly three decades has finally been cracked, thanks to cutting-edge DNA technology. Remains Found in 1997 Field Finally Identified Skeletal remains found rolled up in a carpet in a Plymouth Township field in …

Popular Michigan Festival Named 'Best Food Festival' In America

There's no shortage of exciting festivals in Michigan to enjoy delicious food, exciting entertainment, and make a day full of incredible memories. And if you're looking to experience one of the best food festivals in America, you'll find it in …

Southwest Michigan Trees Hit by Invasive Spongy Moth Caterpillars

While the spongy moth outbreak continues to decline across the state the invasive leaf-eating, tree-killing pests still remain throughout Southwest Michigan. Here's what to look for: Formerly known as the "Gypsy Moth" today these invasive …

Whitmer Urges Michigan Reps to Reject 'Extreme' Budget Bill

Amanda Forrester / news@whmi.com Governor Gretchen Whitmer is calling for Michigan Representatives to reject President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” In a statement on Tuesday, Whitmer called the budget bill “extreme,” adding that it would …

39 of the world’s top restaurants for wine are located in Michigan

Wineries are aplenty in Michigan and so are restaurants known for their wine lists. More than three dozen dining destinations have been named among the world’s best. Wine Spectator has just unveiled its 2025 Restaurant Awards list, which honors the world’s …

Petoskey stone marks 60 years as Michigan’s state stone

PETOSKEY — On June 28, 1965, Gov. George Romney signed a bill naming the Petoskey stone as Michigan's official state stone.  The stone, which is actually fossilized coral, remains one of Michigan’s most well-known icons. People search Lake Michigan …

Ice storm relief: $95K reaches Michigan restaurant, hotel employees

Hundreds of Northern Michigan bartenders, servers and hotel staff hit hard by the March ice storm received $95,000 in emergency assistance from the Michigan Hospitality Foundation. The package included $75,000 in relief checks, $15,000 in Meijer gift cards …

Michigan Capital Network doubles down on life sciences in latest deal

Michigan Capital Network’s investment in an Ann Arbor-based biotech company deepens the Grand Rapids-based investment firm’s holdings in the risky life sciences industry.  The firm led a $20 million capital round for Akadeum Life Sciences Inc. that closed …