On National Small Business Day, the Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance and General Motors announced a new cohort of businesses for the Moving Flint Forward small business program.
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Black cowboy culture will be on full display at upcoming Flint rodeo
Flint is set to host the Midwest Invitational Rodeo in June. It promises a blend of thrilling action, family-friendly entertainment, and a celebration of Black cowboy culture.
Dozens march to Flint city hall as the water crisis turns 10 years old
Dozens of people marched to Flint City Hall on Thursday to demand “justice and accountability” as the Flint water crisis turns 10 years old.
Children of Flint water crisis make change as young environmental and health activists
Ten years on, dozens of children of the Flint water crisis—now teenagers and young adults—have turned their trauma into advocacy.
Why Michigan State Police are about to destroy 3,000 guns in Flint
Michigan State Police are about to destroy 3,000 guns in Flint. Here’s everything you need to know about MI State Police destroying guns in Flint.
How you can help build an accessible baseball field in Flint
You can help build an accessible baseball field in Flint, Michigan. Here’s everything you need to know about building an accessible baseball field in Flint.
A cash-assistance program in Flint is giving new moms some breathing room
Pregnant moms in Flint—and their babies—are getting the help they need through a new cash assistance program.
Flint council member known for outbursts and activism in city water crisis dies
Eric Mays, a Flint city council member known for activism during the city’s water crisis, has died.
VIDEO: Outspoken Flint City councilman Eric Mays dies at 65.
https://www.tiktok.com/@gandernewsroom/video/7340080227311177006 lint City Councilman Eric Mays, renowned for his vocal leadership during the Flint water crisis and his conflicts with fellow officials, passed away on Saturday, as confirmed by the city. The...
Flint man becomes first person charged under Michigan’s new gun storage law
A Flint man was charged Tuesday under the state’s new law requiring safe storage of guns after his 2-year-old daughter shot herself with his revolver the day after the law took effect.
Firm announces $25M settlement in Flint water crisis
A second contractor said Thursday that it has reached a $25 million settlement over its role in Flint’s lead-contaminated water scandal.
Program to provide cash for pregnant women in Flint
A program aimed at helping remove families and infants in Flint from deep poverty will give $1,500 to women during mid-pregnancy.
Judge closes Flint water case against Snyder
A judge dismissed charges against former Gov. Rick Snyder in the Flint water scandal and ordered that police records and his booking photo be destroyed.
Prosecutors: Supreme Court decision closes door on criminal prosecutions in Flint water scandal
The Michigan attorney general’s office said Tuesday that the state prosecution of former Gov. Rick Snyder and other officials for their roles in the Flint water scandal has ended.
EPA to strengthen lead protections in drinking water after multiple crises—including Flint
The Environmental Protection Agency is aiming to further reduce lead levels in drinking water and tighten a rule that failed to prevent recent drinking water crises in cities like Flint, Michigan, and Newark, New Jersey. Although the specifics aren’t public, the agency says it will propose requiring that utilities actively replace harmful lead pipes.
Michigan’s Top Court Won’t Revive Flint Water Charges Against 7 Key Figures
The Michigan Supreme Court on Wednesday rejected a last-chance effort to revive criminal charges against seven people in the Flint water scandal, waving away an appeal by prosecutors who have desperately tried to get around a 2022 decision that gutted the cases.
GM to Invest More Than $1 Billion in 2 Flint Plants
General Motors plans to invest more than $1 billion in two Flint manufacturing plants for the production of the next-generation internal combustion engine heavy-duty trucks. GM reported a 38% year-over-year increase in heavy-duty pickup sales last year.
Michigan’s Largest Civil Settlement to Make Amends in Flint Water Crisis
Republican officials repeatedly dismissed Flint residents who said their water was making them sick, until it turned into a full-blown crisis. Now, with a state government under Democratic control, Michigan is finally making some amends—in a big way.
Highest-Rated Mexican Restaurants in Flint, According to TripAdvisor
If you love Mexican food, you’re not alone. Michiganders rank it second in their list of favorite global cuisines. Here are the best places to find it in Flint.
Michigan Court Turns Aside More Appeals in Flint Water Cases
Prosecutors lost decisions last week in two more Flint water cases as the state appeals court affirmed the dismissal of charges against a former high-ranking health official and the city’s ex-manager.
Grassroots Revolution: 8 Resident-Run Nonprofits Making a Difference in the Flint Community
Flint has seen some hard times, but its residents are helping the city grow back stronger than ever. These are eight noteworthy resident collaborations creating a brighter future in the Vehicle City.
Jury Can’t Reach Verdict in Engineers’ Flint Water Trial
A judge declared a mistrial Thursday after jurors said they couldn’t reach a unanimous verdict in a dispute over whether two engineering firms should bear some responsibility for Flint’s lead-contaminated water.
Homegrown Foundation Leader Builds Bridges, Trust in Flint
As Flint grapples with its water crisis, the Greater Holy Temple Church has been one of the main distribution hubs for donated water, food, clothing, and other essential items.
Defense Seeks Sanctions Against State in Flint Water Case
It’s the latest salvo since the Michigan Supreme Court in June said a one-person grand jury had no authority under state law to return indictments against former Gov. Rick Snyder and eight other people.
Jury to Begin Deliberations in Flint Water Case Over Liability for Engineers
Jurors heard closing arguments Thursday in the only trial to arise thus far from the Flint water crisis. Deliberations begin Monday.
Silence From Snyder at Trial Over Flint Water Crisis
Former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder invoked his right against self-incrimination and declined to answer questions about the Flint Water Crisis.
Promise Fulfilled: Flint’s Makeover Continues With a New State Park
Flint is on the comeback trail, thanks to new funding that will upgrade the county park at the old Chevy in the Hole with boat launches, play spaces, and an amphitheater.
‘Big beautiful bill’ will end Medicaid for people in Bay and Saginaw counties this year. Here’s how many will lose it—and who’s responsible
The district includes Flint and the Tri-Cities, and faces some of the most severe challenges in the state as a result of Trump’s tax bill. The congresswoman who represents the region said it’s the “last thing” her community needs.
20 Michigan events to check out this weekend (July 18-20)
Looking for something to do this weekend in Michigan? We’ve got you covered.
Lawmakers respond as Sandisk pulls out of Mundy Township semiconductor project
A California-based company set to utilize a Genesee County megasite for a massive semiconductor project has reportedly dropped the effort citing “massive uncertainty” at the federal level.