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Father, son drowned when game of catch went wrong in Lake Michigan, family says
NBC 5 Chicago - Illinois
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Twenty-year-old Jameson Meneou was simply playing catch with his father when a tragic accident led to their deaths in Lake Michigan over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, family members said. “Playing catch with his dad was his favorite thing to...
Oakland County community calendar July 20 and beyond
Daily Tribune - Michigan
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July 20, 2025
Community activities • The City of Southfield to host Dangers of Synthetic Drugs Community Forum, 5:30-8:30 p.m. July 23 at the Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road, Southfield. Four local law enforcement leaders will participate in a forum...
High waves and strong rip currents make for dangerous conditions at Chicago beaches Monday, weather officials warn
Chicago Tribune - Illinois
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July 7, 2025
Bright and sunny though it is, Monday is not the best day for swimming at a Chicago beach, weather officials warn. The National Weather service has put out a beach hazard statement until 7 p.m for all northeastern Illinois beaches, and until 9...
Forbes Daily: Consumer Sentiment And Spending Defied Expectations In June
Forbes
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You might have to say goodbye to free snacks in the office thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Food and drinks were some of the many perks companies have offered as they try to lure workers back to the office. But the just-signed legislative...
Foreign airlines open up more air flights to get to Chinese cities amid hot season of summertime travel
Global Times
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Photo: Courtesy of Emirates As the summer travel season begins, the number of inbound and outbound passengers is now steadily rising. Many foreign airlines are launching and expanding flights to China, taking advantage of the summer travel season...
What Michigan Hikers Should Know About Poisonous Plants
100.7 WITL - Michigan
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July 7, 2025
There's nothing like an afternoon of unplugging from society and hiking on some of Michigan's stunning trails, which offer breathtaking views and no cell signal. That's why it's a good idea to know the seven poisonous plants you'll encounter while...
Michigan gears up for July 4: Fireworks laws, shows, travel tips, temps and more
Bridge Michigan
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June 30, 2025
Dry weather warning With Fourth of July festivities approaching, dry weather in parts of Michigan could raise the risk of fires. Several counties have put burn restrictions in place to help prevent outdoor fires from spreading. Most of the state...
7-Foot, ‘Life-Threatening’ Waves Possible At Chicago Beaches Monday
Block Club Chicago - Illinois
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July 7, 2025
LAKE MICHIGAN — The National Weather Service is asking Chicagoans to avoid swimming and boating in Lake Michigan Monday as high waves pound the shore. The waves could reach 7 feet high Monday along Chicago’s beaches, according to the weather...
Child buried in Michigan sand dune collapse released from hospital
MLive - Michigan
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July 7, 2025
OCEANA COUNTY, MI — A 9-year-old Livingston County boy who was rescued Friday, July 4, after being buried in the sand dunes in Mears has been released from the hospital. The boy was visiting the Silver Lake State Park from Fenton with his family...
Fire suppression system accidentally triggered at Detroit Metro
CBS 62 Detroit - Michigan
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If you traveled by way of Detroit Metro Airport this weekend, you might have noticed a mess at the Spirit Hangar. A passenger sent us this video to illustrate the situation. The airline says the fire suppression system in the building was...
Today in History: July 23, the 1967 Detroit riot begins
Daily State News - Delaware
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By The Associated Press Today in History Today is Wednesday, July 23, the 204th day of 2025. There are 161 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On July 23, 1967, the first of five days of deadly rioting erupted in Detroit as an...
Another ramp closure will bring headaches for I-96 travelers in south Lansing
WKZO - Michigan
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July 7, 2025
LANSING, MI — The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will close the westbound I-96 Exit 101 to M-99 in Ingham County for ramp resurfacing beginning Monday, according to a press release. The detour means Westbound I-96 traffic will...
Father, son drown at Lake Michigan beach near Michigan border
MLive - Michigan
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July 7, 2025
A father and son drowned while swimming at a Lake Michigan beach over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, WGN reports. Around 4:20 p.m. Saturday, emergency crews responded to reports of an active water rescue at Boaters Beach at Indiana Dunes...
Suburban Chicago father and son identified as men who drowned in Lake Michigan
NBC 4 - Washington D.C.
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July 7, 2025
A father and son from suburban Chicago who drowned in Lake Michigan near the Indiana Dunes National Park over the Fourth of July holiday weekend have been identified. According to the Porter County Coroner, David Meneou, 65, of Joliet, Illinois,...
Travel hits record high as 72.2 million Americans head out for Fourth of July holiday
WPTV 5 - Florida
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June 30, 2025
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Fourth of July travel rush is officially underway, and this year it’s breaking records. According to AAA, more than 72.2 million Americans are expected to travel between now and Sunday, July 6 — a 1.47 million person...
This Tiny Michigan Town Has a Historic Lighthouse, Cozy Inns, and the Largest Spring in the State—All Without the Crowds
AOL
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Kenneth Keifer/Getty Images Sunrise over East Breakwater Lighthouse. Manistique, Michigan Visit the largest freshwater spring in Michigan at Palms Book State Park. Catch the East Breakwater Lighthouse at sunset from the town's picturesque...
2 gas stations in cities throughout Charlevoix County had the cheapest diesel in week ending July 12
North Michigan News
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July 21, 2025
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There were two gas stations in cities across Charlevoix County selling...
Avoid Lake Michigan today. Strong currents, 4-foot waves in forecast
Aledo Times Record - Illinois
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Illinois residents should avoid Lake Michigan on Monday due to tall waves and strong currents, according to the National Weather Service. Patchy fog and scattered thunderstorms are also expected this week through portions of northern and central...
Grounded in Detroit Debuts First Electric RV Engineered for Four-season Adventure
DBusiness Magazine - Michigan
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July 7, 2025
Grounded officials say their new G3 electric RV is “smarter, stronger, and more adaptable than any other offering on the market today.” // Photo courtesy of GroundedGrounded, the electric RV startup founded by former SpaceX engineers and...
Back To School Traffic: Increased Risks and Unforeseen Financial Burdens in Michigan Suburbs
Finance Monthly
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July 7, 2025
The annual return to school brings a predictable yet persistently challenging increase in traffic congestion across Michigan's suburban landscapes. This seasonal shift, particularly acute in communities like Novi and Troy, transforms school zones...