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Michigan’s chronic absenteeism rate is about 27.2% this year, a slight drop from last year’s rate of 27.9%, according to the state.

Rising diesel costs are adding thousands of dollars to the Grand Traverse County Road Commission's budget — and prolonged high prices could affect future road projects.

No arrests were announced on Monday from Grand Valley State University after a man brought a firearm to a dorm on campus and reportedly made threats over the weekend.

“I couldn’t call anyone, my phone was dead, I was alone, I didn’t have a car. I honestly felt stranded for a little bit, and it was pretty scary,” said MSU freshman Kyleigh Roe.

Authorities are investigating after a person was run over a rail car in Grand Rapids Monday.

The Barry County sheriff and Michigan Secretary of State's Office are trading allegations of obstruction and harassment.

The 2026 NBA season is around the corner, so the Detroit Pistons have unveiled their upcoming schedule.

Police said the investigation remains active as detectives work to establish the sequence of events and details surrounding the incident.

Northbound I-196 is closed following a crash involving a semi truck and a Michigan Department of Transportation vehicle.

He helped build a climate movement from the outside. Now Will Lawrence wants in — running on Medicare for All and an AI pause against Rep. Tom Barrett. The post The Metro: The Sunrise Movement co-founder trying to flip Lansing’s House seat appeared first on WDET 101.9 FM .

RWE has refiled its application for a solar farm on 1,900 acres of land in Ottawa County.

From MacDudley's Mystic Market to the Kalamazoo Reptile and Exotic Pet Expo, there are plenty of events taking place this October at the Kalamazoo County Expo Center.

A total of five men now face federal drug charges in an investigation Target 8 tied through property and court records to the July raid on Muskegon City Hall and its embattled former fire chief and interim city manager.

September is National Suicide Prevention Month Starting supportive conversations using open-ended questions and recognizing warning signs can help individuals struggling with mental health or thoughts of suicide. Dr. William Beecroft, medical director of behavioral health for Blue Cross Blue…

A widespread power outage stopped many activities from happening Saturday night on Michigan State University’s campus.

Dry Conditions this Week Cooler Temperatures Fall is Here! Slow Warming Trend Sunday Showers? This Evening: Some Sun & Clouds Skies will remain partly cloudy throughout the evening. Temperatures will be cool, in the 50s. Winds are from the Northeast at 10-5 mph. Tonight: Quiet Night Partly to…

Students at Mid Michigan College interested in becoming early childhood educators will have a new path to a bachelor’s degree and teacher certification through a partnership with Northern Michigan University.

Detroit Tigers announced a new naming rights deal for Comerica Park beginning in 2027.

A man has been charged with murder after deputies say he shot and killed his brother east of Portage over the weekend.

A Grandville man who sheriff's deputies say has been looking through windows near Grand Valley State University and, on at least one occasion, entered a home where women were sleeping now faces multiple charges.

The 10-year-old boy who was injured in Kalamazoo last week was accidentally shot by his sibling, police say.

Listen to “Big Sonic Heaven” with Darren Revell Sundays from 9 p.m. to midnight ET on 101.9 WDET. The post Big Sonic Heaven: Fall sounds to start the season appeared first on WDET 101.9 FM .

A new restaurant on 28th Street will serve Cuban pizzas and other popular Cuban dishes. It's a dream come true for the owners, who until now have been operating from a food truck.

Starting to invest early can help money grow through compounding over time, according to a local financial adviser.

Former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield’s trial was indefinitely delayed Monday after an Ingham County judge ruled that a jury can hear testimony from a forensic accountant.

In this edition of "Banking on MI Business," Eaton Community Bank spotlights Side Streets Delicatessen and Bakery in downtown Charlotte. Discover how this local favorite blends authentic New York deli sandwiches with scratch-made European pastries, specialty coffees, and gluten-free treats.

East Side Fish Fry is teaming up with community partners to host its 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat on October 30th, featuring costume contests, food competitions, and plenty of candy. Learn how local businesses are giving back to area youth and how you can get involved as a sponsor or donor.

As Michigan observes Opioid Awareness Day on Sept. 21, communities across Northern Michigan are continuing efforts to prevent opioid overdoses, including making the lifesaving medication Narcan available for free.

The parents of a 3-year-old boy killed last week have in an accidental shooting have been arraigned on criminal charges for firearm safety violations.

Two manufacturing projects in Northern Michigan are expected to bring 128 new jobs and more than $42.9 million in investment to the region.

Bentley Biallas is among the top four students in sales for the “World’s Finest Chocolate” bars KALKASKA/TRAVERSE CITY — For many students, fundraising is just part of the experience of growing up. Whether they’re selling candy bars or cookies, gift wrap or popcorn, knocking on doors and making…

TRAVERSE CITY — Traverse City drivers are paying among the lowest average gas prices in Michigan as prices statewide surge to their highest level of 2026, according to AAA Michigan . Michigan’s average price for regular unleaded rose 62 cents over the past week to $4.93 per gallon, AAA reported.…

Grand Rapids-headquartered construction and development firm Rockford is now 100% employee-owned, it announced Monday.

For Rose Marie Wilson Byrd AKA One Single Rose, spoken word poetry changed the course of her life and gave her a sense of freedom. The post The Metro: The Poetic Flow of One Single Rose appeared first on WDET 101.9 FM .