ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — An Alaska serial killer who confessed to murdering five people, including one when he was just 14 years old, has died in an Indiana prison, according to officials. Joshua Wade, 44, was found unresponsive in his cell at the Indiana State Prison in Michigan City on June 14, as confirmed by...
Cracking Down on Retail Crime: AG Nessel Highlights FORCE Team’s Success
In a concerted effort to combat the growing issue of retail crime, Michigan’s Attorney General Dana Nessel addressed the public on Thursday, emphasizing the importance of the FORCE Team’s initiatives. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Michigan businesses suffered a staggering loss of $3.2 billion due to retail theft in 2022. This significant financial...
Guardianship Reform in Michigan: Senate Bills Aim to Protect Vulnerable Individuals
LANSING, Mich. — A significant shift may be on the horizon for Michigan’s guardianship system as the state senate reviews a set of bills aimed at reforming the current framework. The proposed legislation has been the focus of extensive advocacy, with numerous individuals and organizations pushing for changes they believe are long overdue. Senate Judiciary...
Pizza Hut Shuts Down 15 Indiana Locations, Employees Stunned by Sudden Closure
In a surprising turn of events, Pizza Hut has closed 15 locations in Northwest Indiana, leaving employees and customers stunned. The closures came without warning, and the only clue for one manager was a “fatal error” message on her computer. Despite efforts to attract customers with nostalgic programs, the franchisee’s financial troubles ultimately led to...
Missing Indiana Teen Found Safe in Missouri: Five Men Arrested
CASS COUNTY, Ind. — In a harrowing incident that highlights the dangers of online activity, a 14-year-old girl from Logansport, Indiana, has been safely recovered after allegedly being kidnapped by five men and transported across state lines to Missouri. This case has prompted law enforcement and human trafficking experts to urge parents to be vigilant...
Raising the Bar: New Bills Aim to Support Women of Color in Childbirth
LANSING — A new legislative effort in the Michigan state Senate aims to raise maternal healthcare standards, particularly addressing the struggles faced by Black women in the medical system. The package of bills, dubbed the ‘momnibus’ by supporters, seeks to address significant racial disparities in maternal health outcomes. This legislative package would mandate the state...
Farmers Fear for Crops Amid Mid-Michigan Heat Wave
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — The recent weather in mid-Michigan has been nothing short of turbulent, leaving local farmers on edge. After a weekend of storms, the region continues to endure blazing heat, and without more rain soon, crops are at significant risk. “We can’t control Mother Nature,” says Brett Roberts, a farmer from Eaton County....
Savor the Sweetness: Michigan’s Bon Bon Bon Ranks Among Top U.S. Chocolate Shops
My goodness, are these some beautiful chocolates! Where do you go for sweets in Michigan? Well, one Michigan treat shop has been ranked among the ten best in the U.S.! USA Today and 10Best sought to find the top chocolate shops in the country through a new readers’ poll. A panel of experts chose 20...
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...
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...