Spring brings out Michigan's turtles. Don't run them over

Swartz Creek resident Kim Powell estimates she's saved "at least" 500 turtles since her father taught her how to help them safely cross roads when she was a kid. "Since I was a kid, I do it every time I see a snapping turtle," the …

USC Trojans, Michigan Wolverines Among Finalists For Elite 4-Star Recruit Titan Davis

Sep 7, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts against the Utah State Aggies during the second quarter at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images / …

Cyclist rescued by Marine Unit after falling into Lake Michigan

A 67-year-old man was rescued by Marine unit personnel after falling into Lake Michigan Sunday, officials said. According to police, the incident occurred at approximately 3 p.m. in the 3900 block of South Lakeshore Drive. He was riding a bicycle when he …

Year in Review: A Michigan athletics round-up

For an athletic department that consistently charts in the top 10 of the NACDA’s Directors’ Cup, an award recognizing the nation’s top overall athletic department, Michigan boasts a wealth of teams that showcase its athletic prowess. National championships …

Birmingham Stallions top Michigan Panthers, teams will meet in playoffs

Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates talks football, faith and huge bowls of ice cream with West Michigan church

Whether it's his gigantic bowl of ice cream before the game or his prayer circle afterwards, one thing is for sure — Bates is making the Motor City proud. WYOMING, Mich. — Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates took a special visit to West Michigan on Sunday …

Q&A: Michigan sheriff calls on Congress to give local police authority to counter hostile drones

WASHINGTON ― Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard pressed lawmakers on Capitol Hill this month to grant state and local law enforcement the authority to disable drones when they pose a threat to the public or are operating illegally. Bouchard and U.S. Rep. …

Michigan beekeeper shares insights and tips for aspiring apiarists

OTSEGO COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU)— John Stephens, an award-winning honey producer with multiple bee farms in northern Michigan, shared insights into the challenges and rewards of beekeeping. Stephens, who began his journey into apiculture 20 years ago, …

Northern Michigan couple loses home in fire, community rallies support

BOYNE CITY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU)— A Northern Michigan couple, Ruth and Mike Milks, known for their generosity and community involvement, lost their home in a devastating fire this week. Ruth Milks recounted the harrowing experience, saying, "I walked …

Movement back in Michigan for its 25th year

LANSING, Mich. — Call it a tradition - Movement, the techno music festival, made its way back to Michigan for its 25th year. The three day event kicked off at Hart Plaza in Detroit Memorial Day weekend, and came a long with food, drinks, and live …