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Michigan Honors Negro Leagues with New Holiday

Michigan Honors Negro Leagues with New Holiday

Lansing, MI – In a significant move to honor the legacy of African American baseball players, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill yesterday designating May 2 as Negro Leagues Day in Michigan. The announcement was made on the national holiday of Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the liberation of the last people enslaved in the...

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Over 40,000 Without Power in Southeast Michigan After Severe Storms

Over 40,000 Without Power in Southeast Michigan After Severe Storms

CBS Detroit reports that thousands of residents in Southeast Michigan are currently without power following severe storms that swept through the region on Wednesday night. As of 10:30 a.m. Thursday, DTE Energy announced that over 40,000 people have been affected. Consumers Energy reported that nearly 679 customers are also experiencing outages. Oakland County has been...

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Celebrate National Detroit-Style Pizza Day with Jet’s Special 20% Off Deal!

Celebrate National Detroit-Style Pizza Day with Jet’s Special 20% Off Deal!

MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) – Jet’s Pizza is celebrating National Detroit-Style Pizza Day with a fantastic deal on its famous pizzas. On June 23, Jet’s Pizza will be offering a generous 20 percent discount on all menu-priced pizzas for online orders. This exciting offer is available for both pick-up and delivery, allowing customers to enjoy delicious Detroit-style...

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Father's Advice Leads to $7.9 Million Lottery Win for Wayne County Man

Father’s Advice Leads to $7.9 Million Lottery Win for Wayne County Man

In an extraordinary stroke of luck, a 38-year-old Wayne County man won a staggering $7.9 million Michigan lottery jackpot, thanks to his father’s sage advice. The unnamed Michigan resident, who has been playing the lottery for years, finally struck gold last month, cementing the belief in his father’s guidance. The journey to this life-changing win...

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Heatwave Tragedy: Dog Dies After Being Left Outside for 8 Hours in Chester

Heatwave Tragedy: Dog Dies After Being Left Outside for 8 Hours in Chester

In a tragic incident in Chester, Delaware County, a dog was found dead after being left outside in dangerously high temperatures for more than eight hours. The heartbreaking event has sparked outrage among residents and animal advocates, who are calling for immediate action to prevent similar occurrences. On Monday afternoon, Chester Police were alerted to...

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75 New Police Recruits to Tackle Kensington's Challenges

75 New Police Recruits to Tackle Kensington’s Challenges

Philadelphia, PA – A new wave of law enforcement is set to hit the streets of Kensington, as 75 freshly graduated Philadelphia Police officers are deployed to one of the city’s most challenging neighborhoods. These new recruits, armed with nine months of rigorous training from the academy, are stepping into their roles with a blend...