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4 suburban beaches closed due to high levels of unsafe bacteria, IDPH says
ABC 7 Chicago - Illinois
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July 5, 2025
Saturday, July 5, 2025 3:19PM Looking for Lake Michigan beaches in Chicago area? Some beaches are closed in McHenry County and Lake County, Illinois due to high bacteria levels. CHICAGO (WLS) -- If you are planning to head to the beach to cool off...
Michigan business leaders voice concerns over proposed ballot initiatives
Mid-Michigan Now
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LANSING, Mich. — The Board of State Canvassers is set to review proposed language for ballot initiatives that could significantly impact Michigan's business landscape. The initiatives include a graduated income tax constitutional amendment and a...
Dangerous waves, swim risk rises on Lake Michigan this weekend
MLive - Michigan
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July 5, 2025
Dangerous waves and currents are forecast to develop later Saturday and into Sunday along a stretch of Lake Michigan that is packed with popular beaches. And this high swim risk is happening on a holiday weekend when temperatures on Saturday will...
Michigan launches new craft beverage campaign to highlight tourism, economic impact
MLive - Michigan
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June 26, 2025
Michigan Crafted, a new campaign to elevate the state’s craft beverage industry, was recently launched by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) and the Michigan Craft Beverage Council (MCBC). “Michigan’s craft...
Michigan center Vlad Goldin lands two-way deal after going undrafted
The Detroit News - Michigan
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Vlad Goldin’s well-traveled basketball journey has taken him all over. He grew up in Russia, went to high school in Connecticut and had a college career that spanned from Texas to Florida to Michigan. Next stop: Miami. That’s where Goldin is...
Atlantic City, NJ, Police & Unconscious Baby on Beach
Cat Country 107.3 - New Jersey
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July 5, 2025
The Atlantic City, New Jersey Police Department has had very busy June, 2025, continuing into July, 2025. Their latest pursuit includes providing initial medical attention to a non-responsive infant on the beach in Atlantic City. Baby Has Medical...
City of Detroit Lakes postpones fireworks
Valley News Live - North Dakota
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July 4, 2025
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (Valley News Live) - The City of Detroit Lakes has postponed its 4th of July Fireworks. Organizers tell Valley News Live, the fireworks display will now be moved to Saturday, July 5th at 10:20 P.M. on City Beach. Copyright...
Big fireworks display on Detroit Lakes beach is now set for dusk on Saturday, July 5, due to weather
Detroit Lakes Tribune - Minnesota
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July 5, 2025
DETROIT LAKES — The big Independence Day fireworks display at Detroit Lakes City Beach was postponed Friday evening due to the weather. The fireworks show will be held instead on Saturday, July 5, at dusk, according to a message from the Detroit...
Five ice cream spots within walking distance of Lake Michigan
MLive - Michigan
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July 5, 2025
ST. JOSEPH, MI -- What’s perfect for a hot summer day on Lake Michigan? A cold, refreshing scoop of ice cream. There’s plenty of ice cream shops to walk to when hitting Southwest Michigan’s beaches. The following ice cream shops are within a 15...
In Michigan, 4 new grads choose their new paths
Detroit Free Press - Michigan
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Editor's note: This story is part of a series tracking the experiences of four graduating seniors at four different Michigan universities. It is a partnership between the Detroit Free Press, Michigan State University student reporters and the...
Michigan mom shares daughter's journey with Prader-Willi syndrome
WZZM 13 - Michigan
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June 26, 2025
A mother in Michigan hopes a wheelchair-accessible van will provide freedom and ease for her daughter with Prader-Willi syndrome. TWIN LAKE, Mich. — Jennifer Richards has lived in Michigan her whole life. She fondly remembers an amazing childhood...
US The Guardian Summer without cherry pie? Michigan’s signature crop faces battery of threats
Yahoo News
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Nearly 100 years ago, north-west Michigan cherry farmers and Traverse City community leaders started a festival to promote the city and their region’s tart cherry crop as a tourist destination. Now known as the “cherry capital of the world”,...
Summer without cherry pie? Michigan’s signature crop faces battery of threats
The Guardian
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July 5, 2025
Nearly 100 years ago, north-west Michigan cherry farmers and Traverse City community leaders started a festival to promote the city and their region’s tart cherry crop as a tourist destination. Now known as the “cherry capital of the world”,...
Be prepared for strong thunderstorms in Michigan Saturday evening – gusts may reach 45 mph
MLive - Michigan
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July 5, 2025
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Saturday at 5:28 p.m. EDT for strong thunderstorms until 6:15 p.m. EDT for Alger, Menominee, Delta and Schoolcraft counties. Residents can anticipate wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At...
Biting insects: How to protect yourself from black flies in Michigan
Hometown Life - Michigan
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Black flies are small, biting insects prevalent in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, especially near rivers and streams. While peak season is over, they remain active throughout the summer, particularly on hot, humid days. Repellents, light-colored...
US Men's Journal What Airport Agents Found in This Traveler’s Bag Could Wreck U.S. Farms
Yahoo News
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A seemingly routine trip through Detroit Metro Airport took a sharp turn when federal agents uncovered something alarming in a traveler’s luggage—something that could have jeopardized America’s food supply. The BBC reported that authorities say...
3-car crash sends vehicle into vacant building on Detroit’s east side
WDIV Local 4 - Michigan
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July 4, 2025
DETROIT – First responders are on the scene of a three-car crash that sent a vehicle into a vacant building on Detroit’s east side. The crash occurred on Friday (July 4) at 3:40 p.m. on East Vernor Highway and Mt. Elliott Street. Police said a...
Public asked to help Michigan DNR tally turkeys
The Daily News - Michigan
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The Michigan Department of Natural Resources needs the public's help for its annual wild turkey brood survey this summer. The DNR asks that any turkeys seen from July 1 through Aug. 31 be reported on the agency's turkey brood survey page,...
Michigan Police Warn of Teen Car Break-Ins and Stolen Firearm
Club 93.7 - Michigan
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June 26, 2025
A Mid-Michigan Police Department is urging residents to lock their car doors and remove valuables after a recent spike in vehicle break-ins throughout the area. The public warning, posted on the department’s official Facebook page, follows a surge...
Don’t look now but tourists are here
The Mining Journal - Michigan
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Freshwater seas, flowing rivers and waterfalls, natural wilderness and more are all right outside our front doors. We should consider ourselves lucky, seeing as we’re the ones who live where others choose to vacation. It’s that time of year again,...