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Volleyball splits matches with Michigan, notching first ever win against the Wolverines
Virginia volleyball hosted Michigan Friday and Saturday for two matches at the Aquatic & Fitness Center, the main home for the Cavaliers (5-3, 0-0 ACC) this season. Despite the location switch, fans showed up with energy to Friday’s match,...

Michigan’s newest ICE detention center draws scrutiny as it grows
By Ben Warren, MediaNews Group The North Lake Processing Center in west Michigan has only been open a little more than a month, but it already houses more immigrants detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement than the rest of the state’s...

Meet the Activist Fighting PFAS Pollution — And Winning
By Nicole Williams Emily Donovan has a mission: “Make the polluters pay.” The mother of twins took on the role of activist when she started fighting for her North Carolina community in 2017. Her main target: PFAS “forever chemicals,” which do not...

Sustain-A-City: Detroit reimagines sustainability through art
Overview: – Art from the Sustain-A-City exhibition is now on display on billboards in the city. – “It’s this idea of guerrilla marketing, this idea of using billboards in a creative way,” says participating artist Douglas Jones. – Saturday’s...

Sunshine & summer-like warmth for the end of the weekend in Metro Detroit
4Warn Weather – SUNDAY: Mostly sunny skies, patchy dense fog possible in the morning. Warmer temperatures. High: 83. SUNDAY NIGHT: Mainly clear skies. Low: 59. MONDAY: Mostly sunny skies, continued summer-like temperatures. High: 84. MONDAY NIGHT:...

Hate crime probe urged in vandalism of Michigan mosque
Many are urging an investigation into the vandalism of a mosque in Warren [Screengrab/Facebook- WXYZ-TV Channel 7] A hate crime investigation is being urged following the vandalism and damage of a mosque in Warren, located in southeastern...

Detroit Tigers Scandal to Cause a Major Rift Between Cornered MLB & United Team Owners, Warns Ex-President
When power meets dysfunction, the cracks become impossible to ignore. The Detroit Tigers, long celebrated for on-field heroics, now cast a shadow over Major League Baseball’s pristine image. League offices are squirming, owners are whispering, and...

Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance merges with Michigan Trails Fund to expand trail connectivity mission
LANSING — The Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance announced this week it has merged with the Michigan Trails Fund, combining the missions of both organizations to expand trail connectivity across the state. As part of the merger, MTGA will...

YSU shows fight in 41-24 loss at Michigan State
Correspondent photo / Robert Hayes. YSU's Jaden Gilbert scores on a 1-yard touchdown run during the second quarter of the Penguins' 41-24 loss Michigan State on Saturday at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Mich. EAST LANSING, Mich. — Youngstown...

Michigan vs. Central Michigan radio coverage: Station, channel, streaming to listen live
No. 23 Michigan and Central Michigan will be the first of many Week 3 matchups between in-state opponents kicking off on Saturday. The Wolverines will be looking to rebound from last week's 24-13 defeat on the road to Oklahoma, which dropped their...

Column: A ‘different’ environment at Northwestern proves to be no obstacle for No. 4 Oregon in 34-14 blowout
Fox Sports came to Evanston on Saturday for its “Big Noon Kickoff” pregame show, showcasing Northwestern’s Big Ten opener against No. 4 Oregon for a national TV audience. Despite an early-morning monsoon that turned the Lakefill into a mud pit,...

Michigan DNR faces deep program cuts under Republican budget plan
LANSING, MI – The state Department of Natural Resources is facing deep cuts under a House Republican proposal that Democrats are calling “budget malpractice” as the two sides approach a potential government shutdown. State officials say a...

Michigan senator reports bomb threat at Southfield residence in wake of Kirk killing
By KYLE DAVIDSON Michigan Advance Democratic State Sen. Jeremy Moss said Friday that he received a “detailed and specific message” threatening him with a bomb at his home in Southfield. The incident occurred Thursday, Moss said in a statement....

Fanciful theories: Climate zealots must be stopped from abusing courts for political goals
This article was originally published by The Empowerment Alliance and is re-published here with permission. Once upon a time, political battles were waged mostly during election campaigns or in the halls of government. In recent years, though,...

Detroit Lions-Chicago Bears game tickets averaging $532, study shows
After a disappointing loss in Week 1, the Lions are back in Detroit this weekend, hosting a very familiar rival on Sunday. The team is taking on the Chicago Bears, who are coached by former Lions Offensive Coordinator Ben Johnson. And it's a hot...

Southeast Michigan’s Summer Weather: Humid But Not Record Heat
DETROIT, Mich. — Residents of southeast Michigan might be surprised by this summer’s weather statistics, despite feeling it was especially hot. Recent analyses reveal that the region experienced its third muggiest July on record in Detroit, Ann...

Michigan DNR Issues Warning to Deer Hunters
A viral disease that can kill white-tailed deer has been detected in several southern Michigan counties, according to the Department of Natural Resources. Deadly Deer Virus Confirmed in Michigan Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease, better known as EHD,...

Michigan state senator reports bomb threat at Southfield residence in wake of Kirk killing
Sen. Jeremy Allen Moss speaks at a bill signing ceremony for Senate Bill 4, which expands the Elliott Larsen Civil Rights Act to include protections for the LGBTQ+ community, on March 16, 2023. (Andrew Roth/Michigan Advance) Democratic State Sen....

Wisconsin DNR seeks comment on updated Wildlife Action Plan
The public is encouraged to provide their input on the draft Wisconsin Wildlife Action Plan by Sept. 24. (Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources photo) MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is seeking public feedback on...

Michigan Senator Jeremy Moss says 'targeted' bomb threat made to his home
The threat came on the same day Michigan Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II (D) said there was a credible bomb threat made to his home. LANSING, Mich. — State Senator Jeremy Moss (D), the President Pro Tempore of the Michigan Senate, released...