| THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2024 |
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In today's newsletter, a look at why Michigan voters possibly swung toward Trump this election, how to get harvested deer tested for diseases this fire-arm season and an alligator was discovered by Michigan State Police while conducting a drug bust. |
Check out these winter safety tips ahead of next season |
As seasonal roadtrips pick up, the Michigan Department of Transportation is alerting travelers that these five rest stops along Northern Michigan highways are closing on December 2. Those rest areas will be locked and winterized for the season, while the entrance and exit ramps will also be barricaded. Speaking of getting ready for winter, the Michigan State Police provided several tips for weatherproofing your home and vehicles against the cold. Take a look at these 15 things you should keep in your car's winter emergency kit. |
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An alligator was found in a home in Ecorse, Mich. by law enforcement who were conducting a drug bust at the home on Nov. 12, 2024. (Photo provided by Michigan State Police) |
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Michigan voters rejected Trump in 2020. Why did they change their mind this election? |
2024 election: The reasons why Trump flipped Michigan, a state that rejected his 2020 reelection bid, likely don’t differ all that much from how he was able to capture the other swing states, experts who spoke to MLive said. They pointed to voters' economic anxieties and a desire for change from the current administration. They also made it clear that it‘s difficult to say with certainty that one particular issue led to Trump’s Michigan win. In legislation: Several bills aiming to strengthen protections for human trafficking survivors and enhance accountability for traffickers passed through the Michigan House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday. Last run: Mike Duggan says the coming year will be his last as Detroit mayor, amid growing speculation he’s among the Democrats likely to launch a gubernatorial campaign to succeed term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. |
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How to get deer checked for chronic wasting disease, bovine tuberculosis this firearm season |
Need to know: This firearm deer season, which starts on Friday, Nov. 15, state officials will test harvests for chronic wasting disease and bovine tuberculosis in certain counties, mostly Up North. Meanwhile, TB testing will be focused in the northern Lower but can be done throughout the state at the hunter’s request. What's the point?: Thursday marks the last day of the state’s five-day quiet period before tomorrow's firearm season begins. But what's the point of the quiet period? Michigan Department of Natural Resources says the window acts as a rest period, "allowing deer to settle back into their day-to-day patterns, which in turn increases the chances of a successful hunt.” Rude awakening: A 103-year-old Jackson woman resting in bed was shocked when a fully grown deer crashed through her bedroom window at an assisted living facility. |
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U.S. drought became massive in a short time, see the expansion |
Rain needed: An organization called the U.S. Drought Monitor assesses drought conditions across the U.S. and estimates around 150 million Americans live in an abnormally dry or drought area right now. Here's a look at how much the drought has expanded across the U.S. since early June. Drought relief: A widespread rain that started last night will continue throughout Thursday. The rain will taper off Thursday night and leave us with a dry Friday. There may be a patch of drizzle over the Thumb, Ann Arbor and Detroit early Friday, but the day will be otherwise dry. The National Weather Service is testing a new weather model it hopes will further increase weather model accuracy and replace older technology. |
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Alligator discovered by Michigan State Police while conducting drug bust |
Unusual find: Law enforcement executing a search warrant Tuesday encountered a different type of scale than what they expected after an alligator was found living at the Ecorse home. Michigan State Police didn’t provide much information regarding the alligator other than to say it was turned over to a local animal shelter. A suspect was arrested at the scene and the case has been turned for prosecutorial review. Also in crime: A 5-year-old boy is dead after he shot himself with an unsecured handgun he found in his home, officials said. This is the seventh case of a child death related to an unsecured firearm this year in Wayne County, Prosecutor Kym Worthy said in a statement. The victim’s parents are facing charges related to safe storage of firearms, the prosecutor’s office announced. A Saginaw surgeon is getting probation after threatening to blow up a local hospital with a bomb belt. The doctor in question, 37-year-old Omar N. Marar, initially faced a 20-year felony count of terrorism. |
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Hudsonville Ice Cream brings holiday cheer unveiling 2 seasonal flavors |
Sweet treat: Hudsonville Ice Cream is rolling out a new seasonal flavor and bringing back a fan favorite. Just in time for the holidays, Hudsonville Ice Cream announced the return of Peppermint Stick along with its brand-new Campfire Cocoa flavor. Both flavors can now be found at major retailers such as Meijer, Walmart and Family Fare. Limited time: Starbucks will hold a nationwide giveaway of holiday-themed reusable red cups on Thursday. This year’s cup features overlapping, red-and-white striped holiday ornaments with a red background. Customers who order a holiday beverage of any size will receive a free, reusable red cup, while supplies last. Tell us: Given the feedback on reporter Joey Oliver's “5 great spots to get chicken tenders in mid-Michigan, he thought it might be best to open the floor to all of Michigan. Where do you think the best tenders are in the state? Let us know in this survey. |
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We're one day closer to the weekend. |
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