Kingston Schools put on lockdown Wednesday
(KINGSTON) — Kingston High School was put on lockdown Wednesday afternoon after a general mass threat was found on a bathroom stall. Superintendent Matthew Drake says
Petition opposing nuke waste burial sent to Canadian leaders
(AREA) — Opponents of a plan to bury waste from nuclear power plants less than a mile from Lake Huron have submitted a petition with more than 92,000 signatures to Canada’s top environment official.
Hundreds of tow truck drivers honor Michigan man at funeral
(PORT HURON TOWNSHIP) — A funeral service has been held for a St. Clair County tow truck operator who was fatally struck by a vehicle while pulling another vehicle out of a ditch.
Trial starts for Port Huron couple in starving of girl, 5
(PORT HURON) — A trial is taking place for a Port Huron couple accused of abusing, torturing and starving the man’s 5-year-old daughter to death.
Trial for St. Clair County man accused of killing 14-year old girl underway
(MACOMB COUNTY) — The trial for a St. Clair County man accused of killing a 14-year-old girl along a popular suburban Detroit nature trail is underway and expected to last several weeks in Macomb County Circuit Court.
McKenzie Health System & Marlette Regional Hospital Receive Performance Leadership Awards
(AREA) — McKenzie Health System in Sandusky and Marlette Regional Hospital, affiliates of United Healthcare Partners, are among 45 Michigan hospitals recognized by iVantage Health Analytics and the National Organization of State Office of Rural Health for
Applications for US unemployment aid rise to 6-month high
WASHINGTON (AP) – The number of people seeking unemployment benefits rose last week to the highest level since July, though applications remained at historically low levels.
American Idol-No more second chances
UNDATED (AP) – No more second chances for “American Idol” hopefuls.
Appeals court to hear ‘Sister Wives’ polygamy case
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) – Lawyers for a family made famous by the TV show “Sister Wives” are set to ask a federal appeals court to uphold a ruling that decriminalized polygamy in Utah.
Will Smith joins wife in not attending the Academy Awards
NEW YORK (AP) – Will Smith says he will not attend the Academy Awards next month, joining his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, and others in protest against two straight years of all-white acting nominees.
Tigers introduce Justin Upton after announcing deal
DETROIT (AP) – The Detroit Tigers have finalized their $132.75 million, six-year contract with free-agent outfielder Justin Upton.
Michigan holds off upset-minded Minnesota 74-69
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) – Zak Irvin had 19 points and 11 rebounds, and Michigan overcame uncharacteristically poor shooting to hold off upset-minded Minnesota 74-69 on Wednesday night.
Shields scores 28, Nebraska beat No. 11 Michigan State 72-71
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) – Shavon Shields scored 28 points, playing through hip pain, and Denzel Valentine missed a shot just before the buzzer to allow Nebraska to hold on for a 72-71 win over No. 11
Elliott, Jaskin lead Blues to 2-1 win over Red Wings
DETROIT (AP) – Brian Elliott stopped 29 shots, Dmitri Jaskin scored a key third-period goal, and the St. Louis Blues beat the Detroit Red Wings 2-1 Wednesday night.
Caldwell-Pope scores 22 as Pistons beat Rockets 123-114
HOUSTON (AP) – Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Marcus Morris each scored 22 points and the Detroit Pistons beat the Houston Rockets 123-114 on Wednesday night, despite Andre Drummond setting an NBA record by missing 23 free throws.
Norman R. Lemanski
Norman R. Lemanski, age 86 of Bad Axe, passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2016. Services will be held Saturday, Jan. 23 at 11 a.m. at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Parisville. Visitation at the Zinger-Smigielski
Jeanette Strunk
Jeanette Strunk, age 73 of Mussey Township, passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2016. Services will be held on Monday, Jan. 25 at 11 a.m. at the St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Capac. Visitation at the Kaatz
Jack Lechnyr
Jack Lechnyr, age 57 of Port Sanilac, passed away on Monday, January 18, 2016. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Friday, Jan. 22 at 2 p.m. at the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Sandusky