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Here’s how Michiganders can make this winter less ‘ruff’ for their pets
As temperatures drop to below freezing, here’s what Michiganders can do to keep their pets warm and safe this winter.
Detroit-area library says Chicago man can keep overdue baseball book — 50 years later
Fifty years later, a man who grew up in suburban Detroit tried to return a very overdue baseball book to his boyhood library. The answer: You can keep it—and no fine.
15 things that belong on every Michigander’s winter bucket list
We created the perfect Michigan winter bucket list with everything from marveling at snow sculptures to snowshoeing down wintery trails.
Michigan authorities warn of porch pirates, AI phone scams this holiday season
Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning Michiganders of a heightened risk of porch pirates and phone scams this holiday season.
12 must-see Michigan music festivals coming in 2025
These are the best musical festivals coming to Michigan in 2025. From rock and country to folk and jazz, there’s something for everyone.
Michigan state troopers now handing out gift cards and basic essentials
A new state program has Michigan State Police troopers swapping citations for compassion—by handing out gift cards and other basic supplies to Michiganders in need.
Crisis pregnancy centers give questionable advice on unproven ‘abortion pill reversal,’ study finds
A new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that 30% of these anti-abortion ‘fake clinics’ promote “abortion pill reversal,” a treatment that’s not backed by science and does not meet clinical standards.
2024 in Review: What Michigan news stories grabbed the biggest headlines this year?
It was another memorable year for the state of Michigan.
10 magical holiday light displays near Detroit
From holiday trails and historic villages to festive drive-through light displays, here are the best places in the Detroit area to get in the holiday spirit.
Where to take horse-drawn sleigh rides in Michigan
Looking to take a magical Michigan horse-drawn sleigh ride this winter? Here are 10 spots to book an intimate or group ride—and yes, hot chocolate is included.
Hop aboard Michigan’s 7 holiday train rides
For a festive adventure on wheels, check out the seven holiday train rides happening in Michigan this December.
The ‘Gander Holiday Bucket List
Here are some of the events and activities we’re most looking forward to this holiday season.
8 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
There’s never a shortage of newsworthy headlines from the cannabis industry as Michigan inches closer to becoming the nation’s weed capital.
I’m helping my college-age kid fill out the 2025-2026 FAFSA. Here’s what to know.
If the financial aid fiasco last year had you, like me, coming up with creative alternatives for the FAFSA acronym, you can take a big, deep breath. This year, the process is so much easier. Or maybe you’re a FAFSA newbie, and you have no knowledge of 2023’s...
Michigan lawmakers and gun violence survivors call for action on gun safety reforms
Time is running out on a handful of gun safety bills in the Michigan legislature as the session nears its end this month.
How shopping at these local businesses can help keep Michigan beautiful
Learn how these Michigan businesses are giving back to our state’s great outdoors through the “These Goods are Good for Michigan” program.
Michigan Dems advance bills requiring insurance companies to cover birth control
Private insurance companies and Medicaid could soon be required to provide coverage for birth control and other forms of contraception to Michiganders.
Michigan Dems plan to slay old ‘zombie laws’
Democratic lawmakers are planning to repeal outdated—and largely unenforced—state laws that criminalize adultery and same-sex sexual conduct in the state of Michigan.
Detroit Mayor Duggan, a longtime Democrat, will run for Michigan governor in 2026 as independent
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, a longtime Democrat, says he will run for governor as an independent in 2026.
The 9 best ski resorts in Michigan
Whether you gravitate towards the après-ski drink or you’re ready to hit the big slopes, here are the best ski resorts in Michigan to explore this winter.
Michigan Democrats race to pass key bills before Republicans take over state House
Michigan Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids) anticipates long days—and late nights—in Lansing as Democrats push to pass several bills before the holidays.
Detroit’s iconic Renaissance Center could see 2 towers razed in $1.6B redevelopment plan
Two towers at Detroit’s iconic Renaissance Center would be razed and the complex converted to a mix of housing and offices under an ambitious $1.6 billion plan announced Monday.
Federal rebate to save Michigan township millions of dollars on ‘sexy’ solar project
Delhi Township is using federal clean energy incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act to turn sunlight into savings, fund infrastructure upgrades, and embrace a greener future.
10 Michigan state parks perfect for winter exploration
Discover the best Michigan state parks to visit in the winter and what seasonal activities they offer.
Shop, drop, and roll: 50+ Black Friday weed deals happening at Michigan dispensaries
We scoured dispensary menus across Michigan to find the best weed deals to maximize your savings (and stash).
9 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
There’s never a shortage of cannabis news in Michigan as the state inches closer to becoming the nation’s weed capital.
Clock ticks on charter school reforms as Michigan House Dems prepare to lose majority
Democratic state lawmakers only have a few weeks left to pass legislation that would require more transparency—and more accountability—for Michigan’s charter schools.
Michigan US House Dems vote against passage of ‘Nonprofit Killer’ bill
House Democrats railed against a bill Thursday several of them supported in the past that would allow for the revocation of tax exempt statuses for nonprofits President-elect Donald Trump’s administration deems to be terrorism groups.
These 10 small Michigan towns are real-life winter wonderlands
Featuring Hallmark-movie-worthy downtowns, candlelit hikes, and even a real reindeer farm, these magical Michigan towns exude the wonder of winter.