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How many pilots does an F-16 carry? What we know about crashed jet

How many pilots does an F-16 carry? What we know about crashed jet

An F-16 Fighting Falcon is a multi-role fighter aircraft. The highly maneuverable aircraft provides has been in service with the U.S. for decades.
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F-16 fighter jet crashes in Michigan, pilot ejects to safety

F-16 fighter jet crashes in Michigan, pilot ejects to safety

Air Force authorities confirmed an F-16 from Texas crashed in Michigan on Sept. 17. The pilot ejected before the crash and is in stable condition.
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Sleeping Bear Dunes beavers create big dam problem for neighbors

Sleeping Bear Dunes beavers create big dam problem for neighbors

Beavers doing what beavers do — building dams — has led to flooding problems just upstream of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, residents say.
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Michigan to get share of $384M settlement tied to baby formula recall

Michigan to get share of $384M settlement tied to baby formula recall

Abbott Laboratories is to pay a $384 million settlement after making infant formula recalled in 2022 following a spate of illnesses and deaths.
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Luke Bryan Farm Tour coming to Michigan. Where massive show will be

Luke Bryan Farm Tour coming to Michigan. Where massive show will be

Luke Bryan, an American country music singer and songwriter, will bring his annual farm concert tour to southwest Michigan this weekend.
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Northville eyes granny flats, redevelopment as future planning begins

Northville eyes granny flats, redevelopment as future planning begins

What could Northville look like in the future? Granny flats, small multi-family buildings and new uses for vacant properties are up for discussion.
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Red Wings have questions all over roster – we finally get a glimpse

Red Wings have questions all over roster – we finally get a glimpse

With Dylan Larkin sidelined, who are Detroit Red Wings candidates at center and wing on the top line? What about the defense and an emerging goalie?
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So Delicious frozen dessert recalled. What to know in Michigan

So Delicious frozen dessert recalled. What to know in Michigan

Certain So Delicious non-dairy frozen desserts are being recalled because they may contain stones and other foreign materials.
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Nashville Experiences Dangerous Heat Wave with High Heat Index Values

Nashville Experiences Dangerous Heat Wave with High Heat Index Values

Nashville, Tennessee, is currently experiencing a dangerous heat wave, with a heat advisory in effect until Saturday evening. Temperatures are reaching the mid-90s, and with high dew points in the upper 60s, the heat index values are soaring to approximately 105 degrees Fahrenheit. This level of heat is considered brutal, especially for mid-September, as the average high for this time of year is typically between 85 and 86 degrees. The prolonged period of above-average temperatures and high humidity poses significant health risks to residents, particularly those who must work outdoors or lack access to air conditioning. The weather forecast indicates that these hot conditions will persist, with only slight chances of rain and no significant drop in temperatures expected in the immediate future.
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2026 Tornado Season: No EF5s, 2,699 Warnings Issued

2026 Tornado Season: No EF5s, 2,699 Warnings Issued

The 2026 tornado season has been active but has yet to produce an EF5 tornado, the most severe classification. As of September 15, 2026, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued 2,699 tornado warnings across the United States. March was a particularly notable month, with two EF3 tornadoes, including Michigan's strongest in nearly 50 years. June saw the highest number of warnings at 696, while September experienced triple its usual severe weather activity. Despite the high volume of warnings, the strongest tornadoes of the year have been rated EF3, with no EF5s recorded since June 20, 2025, in Enderlin, North Dakota. The fall secondary tornado season, typically occurring in October and November, is expected to bring additional activity.
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Michigan State, Michigan to play exhibition in Traverse City

Michigan State, Michigan to play exhibition in Traverse City

Michigan State and Michigan will be squaring off in a fall exhibition in Traverse City.