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High-Wind Advisory Issued for Mackinac Bridge

High-Wind Advisory Issued for Mackinac Bridge

The Mackinac Bridge Authority has issued a high-wind advisory for the Mackinac Bridge due to sustained wind speeds between 20–34 mph (32–55 km/h). High-profile vehicles, including semis, RVs, and trailers, are advised to reduce their speed to 20 mph (32 km/h) while crossing the bridge. The advisory is part of the bridge's standard operating procedures to ensure safety during adverse weather conditions. The bridge remains open to passenger vehicles, but drivers are encouraged to exercise caution and check the latest updates from the Mackinac Bridge Authority before traveling. The bridge serves as a critical connection between Michigan's Upper and Lower Peninsulas, and its status is closely monitored to ensure public safety.
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Craig Lake Wildfire Expands in Michigan Due to High Winds and Challenging Terrain

Craig Lake Wildfire Expands in Michigan Due to High Winds and Challenging Terrain

The wildfire near Craig Lake in Baraga County, Michigan, has continued to grow, primarily driven by high winds and the rugged terrain of the area. The fire, which originated from two lightning-strike fires that merged, has been active since Thursday afternoon. According to DNR Fire Upper Peninsula Fire Specialist Keith Murphy, resources are on-site, but the challenging landscape makes it difficult to accurately assess the fire's exact size. There are currently no suppression airplanes assisting at the Craig Lake fire, as they have been redirected to other fire incidents. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is also managing several other wildfires in the region, including a 4-acre fire near Humboldt, a small and contained fire near Shingleton, and a 1.5-acre fire in Luce County.
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Reliable Detroit HVAC pros for year round comfort

Reliable Detroit HVAC pros for year round comfort

Find vetted Detroit HVAC contractors experienced in furnace repair, AC service and humidity control.
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Couple running 26 miles to the alter at Detroit Free Press marathon

Couple running 26 miles to the alter at Detroit Free Press marathon

Kelly Hudson and Lucas Woodward are running the Detroit Free Press Marathon and then exchanging vows shortly after crossing the finish line.
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Michigan Fall Colors Near Peak in Upper Peninsula

Michigan Fall Colors Near Peak in Upper Peninsula

Fall colors are progressing across Michigan, with the Upper Peninsula showing high to peak color as of October 8, 2026. Some areas near the Wisconsin border are past peak, while moderate color is visible closer to Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. In northern lower Michigan, high color is beginning to emerge, with peak conditions expected within 1-3 weeks. Southern areas of the Lower Peninsula are still showing low to moderate color. Dry conditions earlier in the year have muted the vibrancy of the colors, but warm days and cool nights are helping the seasonal change. The best viewing opportunities this weekend are in the Upper Peninsula and northern lower Michigan away from the lakeshore.
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Michigan’s U.S. Senate race will decide the Supreme Court's future | Opinion

Michigan’s U.S. Senate race will decide the Supreme Court's future | Opinion

Control of the U.S. Senate means control of judicial confirmations. Michigan could decide both.
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Predicting Week 8 Big Ten Football Game Times

Predicting Week 8 Big Ten Football Game Times

When we think games will kickoff.
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167K Michiganders fell off SNAP since last summer

167K Michiganders fell off SNAP since last summer

New work requirements and paperwork are making it harder for people to keep their food assistance benefits.
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Judge tosses Trump challenge to Michigan's cage-free egg law

Judge tosses Trump challenge to Michigan's cage-free egg law

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit brought by President Donald Trump's administration challenging Michigan's cage-free egg law.
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Detroit window and door pros for energy efficient upgrades

Detroit window and door pros for energy efficient upgrades

Find vetted Detroit window and door contractors skilled in energy efficient and draft reducing installations.
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State of Michigan Seeks Technology Systems Unit Analyst for Deborah Stabenow Building in Lansing

State of Michigan Seeks Technology Systems Unit Analyst for Deborah Stabenow Building in Lansing

The State of Michigan is actively recruiting a Technology & Systems Unit Analyst (Departmental Analyst 9-P11/12) for a position located in the Deborah Stabenow Building in Lansing, MI. This role may also offer a remote work arrangement. The analyst will be responsible for providing IT support to the Technology and Systems Unit, focusing on evaluating program quality and effectiveness through consistent technology and data management. Key responsibilities include overseeing, leading, developing, and maintaining legacy data systems, databases, and program databases such as the foodborne illness database, mushroom database, and Business Unit System (BUSS). The position also involves managing existing data collection and reporting systems while simultaneously leading their modernization. Furthermore, the analyst will provide advanced technical skills, decision-making, and guidance to staff on IT matters, acting as a technical advisor for IT hardware and software coordination. This role requires professional re...
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Are we setting clocks back tonight? When to fall back in 2026

Are we setting clocks back tonight? When to fall back in 2026

When Daylight Saving Time ends in 2026.