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Michigan woman gets life without parole for letting disabled son starve to death

January 23, 2024

Michigan woman gets life without parole for letting disabled son starve to death

Shanda Vander Ark, 44, of Norton Shores, Michigan, has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her disabled 15-year-old son.

Whitmer to push for free community college in Michigan's State of the State address

January 23, 2024

Whitmer to push for free community college in Michigan's State of the State address

Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer plans to push for legislation ensuring free community college for high school graduates during her State of the State address.

US Supreme Court rejects Michigan commission's plea to overturn order to redraw Detroit legislative seats

January 23, 2024

US Supreme Court rejects Michigan commission's plea to overturn order to redraw Detroit legislative seats

The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected a request from Michigan’s redistricting commission to overrule a federal appeals court order to redraw 13 Detroit-area legislative seats.

Father of teen sextortion victim warns of ‘alarming’ FBI report

January 23, 2024

Father of teen sextortion victim warns of ‘alarming’ FBI report

The FBI is warning of a growing social-media scam called 'sextortion' in which bad actors entice or solicit a minor to engage in sexual acts or send blackmail money.

Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer warns Biden could face protesters in Michigan when he visits

January 22, 2024

Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer warns Biden could face protesters in Michigan when he visits

Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer warned on Sunday that President Biden could face protests over his support for Israel when he visits the state.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer warns President Biden could face protesters when he visits

January 22, 2024

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer warns President Biden could face protesters when he visits

Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer warned on Sunday that President Biden could face protesters when he visits the state amid mounting backlash from progressives over his support for Israel.

Biden struggling in Michigan, Democrats warn, as level of concern grows: 'The problem is the man'

January 21, 2024

Biden struggling in Michigan, Democrats warn, as level of concern grows: 'The problem is the man'

Michigan Democrats are warning the president that there is a "growing" level of concern for his 2024 chances in the state as polls continue to show him trailing Donald Trump.

Manslaughter charge dropped against Detroit ex-officer who punched 71-year-old in face

January 19, 2024

Manslaughter charge dropped against Detroit ex-officer who punched 71-year-old in face

Juwan Brown, a former Detroit police officer, no longer stands accused of manslaughter in the death of Daryl Vance, whom he punched in the face while on a disorderly person call.

Michigan senior saved by his dog and a quick-thinking cop after falling into frozen lake

January 19, 2024

Michigan senior saved by his dog and a quick-thinking cop after falling into frozen lake

A 65-year-old Traverse City, Michigan, resident was pulled from a frozen lake after a state police officer successfully used the man's dog to run rescue equipment to him.

Dolly Parton’s birthday celebrated in style with ponies, cowboy hats and costumes at Michigan senior home

January 19, 2024

Dolly Parton’s birthday celebrated in style with ponies, cowboy hats and costumes at Michigan senior home

A senior living facility hosts a week-long celebration leading up to Dolly Parton's birthday on Jan. 19. Events include a dress-up station, the chance to pet a pony and more.