Teams walk Congo streets daily, but not to sell anything. They knock on doors to clear up dangerous myths about Ebola. The effort focuses on Mongbwalu, a town caught in the middle of the outbreak. Health workers explain simple safety steps and when to reach out for help. Some locals listen and chang
Michigan's 2026 high school tennis season is heating up, with the state finals just around the corner. From May 27 to June 6, the best junior girls tennis players in Michigan will compete at the Midland Tennis Center to prove who deserves the top spot. Before the championship matches begin, fans get
Michigan’s weather is shifting toward spring, with temperatures climbing fast enough that many feel the early arrival of summer. The pleasant warmth of Thursday will give way to a dry, windy spell over the western part of the state on Friday and Saturday. High pressure will keep Thursday clear, allo
Teams that play video‑game sounds when a penalty ends and fans who sing the same pop hit at every game can feel like a joke to outsiders. In hockey, for example, the Penguins and Sabres have been heard blasting a “1‑up” chime from Super Mario whenever a player comes out of the box. The idea is to
Michigan’s weather this mid-May is playing tricks on the season. Just days before summer officially starts, the state is dealing with frost warnings—something you’d expect in March, not late spring. Eastern Michigan, including Saginaw and Bay City, could see frost Tuesday morning, while most of the
Michigan has over 2, 500 dams, most built more than a century ago to power mills or control water. Many now leak, crack, or no longer serve their original purpose. Between 2021 and today, the state spent $44. 5 million trying to fix the worst ones. Experts say that’s not nearly enough. A new report
Michigan today is known for its lakes, forests, and car industry. But if the state had the same rules back then as it does now, would it have become so successful? The answer isn't clear. Michigan grew because it allowed people to start businesses freely. The government didn't pick winners or losers
Michigan isn’t just a state picking new leaders—it’s testing what voters want in a time of big change. In less than six months, people there will choose a governor, a U. S. senator, and other key roles. That makes every speech, debate, and campaign visit matter. One standout moment: a former Detroit
Michigan residents should keep an eye on the sky, because two significant weather events are coming up. The first one is a quick burst of severe thunderstorms that will affect a small but heavily populated area later in the day. These storms could bring heavy rain, strong winds, and even hail. The
Michigan’s weekend is shaping up like a busy sports schedule with a side of unpredictable weather. Friday evening in Detroit brings a welcome change after morning rain moves out, just in time for Tigers fans to head to Comerica Park. The game will feel chilly—temperatures in the 40s—but at least umb
