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Health Officials Confirm Muskegon County’s Second Measles Case
MUSKEGON, Michigan – Public Health – Muskegon County, with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, has confirmed Muskegon County’s second measles case since June, and the State’s 28th this year. Anyone at the following location...

Hospital 'lost track' of 12-month-old baby with traumatic head injury
The incident that took place in 2022 at Hurley Medical Center in Flint(Image: MLive.com) A Michigan neurosurgeon is taking legal action against a local hospital, claiming it retaliated against him for speaking out about major patient safety...

Michigan flu season is here: why getting your vaccine now still matters
Not only have we entered fall, but we have officially entered flu season. But, is it too late to get your vaccine? “Currently the flu cases are low, but we expect them to rise in the late fall and winter. And the thing about the flu vaccine is it...

Fluoride wars spark raucous debate over water treatment in Michigan county
This story was originally published by ProPublica. ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. On the far east side of Michigan, the future of...
Where does Mikey Keene fit in Michigan’s quarterback room?
Michigan’s football team brought in transfer quarterback Mikey Keene from Fresno State this offseason with the goal for him to compete with five-star freshman Bryce Underwood for the starting job. The fifth-year senior has started 35 games in his...

Protecting your health during respiratory virus season
MIDLAND, Mich. (WNEM) - There are ways you can protect your health during respiratory virus season. The Midland County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) is encouraging residents to take action to protect yourself and those around you. The...
Doctor sues hospital, claims its medical staff 'lost track' of baby that died
FLINT, Mich. (WKRC) - A neurosurgeon filed a lawsuit saying its medical staff "lost track" of a baby with a traumatic head injury who ended up dying. The Michigan neurosurgeon, Dr. Sudesh Ebenezer, has filed a lawsuit against Hurley Medical Center...

Police: Medical issue suspected in crash that critically injured 84-year-old driver
A medical issue is suspected as the cause of a single-car crash in Groveland Township on Oct. 11 which left the 84-year-old driver with critical injuries, according to Michigan State Police. A preliminary investigation indicates the driver, a...

Teen wounded in east Detroit shooting
A 17-year-old was left in critical condition after a weekend shooting on Detroit's east side, police said. Detroit police said officers were called at about 11 a.m. Sunday to the 15600 block of Manning Street near State Fair Avenue and Hayes...

General Hospital Laura Wright Reveals Fan’s Unexpected Wedding Gift
Laura Wright (Carly Spencer) from General Hospital and Wes Ramsey (formerly Peter August) on the show are not married, but recently, she revealed a fan gave her a gift and a card to celebrate them tying the knot. Read on for more details. Rumors...

Kimball International Hosts National Design Leaders for FutureX Immersion Focused on Healthcare Innovation
Kimball International recently welcomed 19 architects and designers from leading firms across the country for its latest FutureX Design Immersion Event, a three-day experience centered on the future of healthcare environments. The exclusive...

Oil Pipeline Threatens Catastrophe for Tribes in Michigan – Again
Truthout is an indispensable resource for activists, movement leaders and workers everywhere. Please make this work possible with a quick donation. This Indigenous Peoples Day, the approximately 2,700 Ojibwe tribal members of the Bay Mills Indian...
UPDATE: 1 sent to hospital in Baraga County crash
L’ANSE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) - The Baraga County Sheriff’s Department said that one individual was transported to the hospital after a two-vehicle crash near Knapp Camp Road near Alberta. Police say that they were dispatched at 7:10 a.m. this...

Whitmer signs $24.1 billion Michigan education budget in Flint
MID-MICHIGAN (WJRT) - Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the continuation of free school meals for all students in Michigan as part of the newly signed fiscal year 2026 school aid budget. She signed the $24.1 billion education budget, which includes...
Jonathan Smith understands heavy criticism and pressure for Michigan State to win now
EAST LANSING – Penn State won 13 games last year and reached the College Football Playoff semifinals. That led to lofty preseason expectations and now, just three weeks after the Nittany Lions were ranked No. 3 in the country, they’re in the...

How to Use Garden Lights Without Harming Plant Health
Summary Use low-heat warm LEDs and diffusers, not halogens, to highlight plants without heat damage. Keep lights 12 to 18 inches away from foliage and use timers to protect plants' growing cycles. Choose damp-rated durable fixtures, bury wiring 6...

32 things we learned in NFL Week 6: Best teams, top 2nd-year QB might stir healthy debates
The 32 things we learned from Week 6 of the 2025 NFL season: 0. Still the number of wins the New York Jets have since Jan. 5, former QB Aaron Rodgers’ final game with the organization. Rookie coach Aaron Glenn, now 0-6, was already the first head...

Scientists discover surprising health impact of simple walk in park: 'More efficient and stronger'
"You didn't even need to like or enjoy the nature walk." by Christine DulionOctober 13, 2025 If you've ever thought a walk in the park might clear your head, you're not alone. New findings from various researchers reveal that time spent outdoors...

Franciscan Physician Network welcomes Dr. Jin Young Hwang to Michigan City practice
Board-certified physician Jin Young Hwang, MD, has joined the Franciscan Physician Network and is now accepting new patients in Michigan City, Indiana. Dr. Hwang specializes in internal medicine and sleep medicine. Dr. Hwang completed her medical...

BBB Warns Michigan Residents New Scam Could Drain Bank Accounts
Michigan has seen a rise in multiple types of fraud, and thieves are finding new ways to make their scams more believable. Officials warn that a new scam targeting Michigan residents could lead to an empty bank account. BBB Warns Michigan...