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El Nino may have surged in strength, which would impact our Michigan winter 
If you hate Michigan winters, recent developments in the Pacific Ocean should have you feeling downright giddy. Per MLive chief meteorologist Mark Torregrossa: "In the past few weeks, a few hints of a stronger-than-forecasted El Nino are showing. The stronger the El Nino is, the greater the possible impact on Michigan's winter." A strong El Nino usually means a warmer and drier winter for us in the Great Lakes. We suppose that might be great for getting to those leaves in the yard in January that you've been putting off this fall. But for some for us winter-lovers, that is a poor trade off. MORE
Snow system expected overnight in Lower Michigan 
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POLITICS
 
 
How midterms changed Michigan's Congressional makeup 
 
Michigan will have a decidedly different look to its Congressional roster going forward thanks to last week's election. Four freshmen lawmakers will join 10 incumbents in the next term. Also of note, the current 9-5 split in favor of Republicans will give way to an even 7-7 representation from each party. MORE
How all the statewide races were won, county by county

 
REAL ESTATE
 
 
Renovated 100-year-old mansion offers stunning views of GR skyline
 
The Stone Hill estate in Grand Rapids looks largely the same on the outside as it looked when it was built in 1918. The driveway still features a pair of tunnels to the mansion, which sits on a hill overlooking downtown. The estate also includes three and a half acres and more than a mile of walking trails. However, the mansion has undergone a complete overhaul on the inside. Modern upgrades made throughout have this home ready for new owners to add their interior decorating touch. MORE
Video: Walk through GR estate with stunning downtown views
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SPORTS
 
 
U-M remains firmly atop B1G power rankings
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Michigan took care of business Saturday in New Jersey against Rutgers. Ohio State did the same in East Lansing against Michigan State. Thus, the top two teams in the conference this season remain on course to decide the East Division in two weeks in Columbus, Ohio in The Game. Anyone else having 1980s flashbacks? MORE
My AP Top 25 ballot

 
 
 
If you went to U-M, you likely love these eateries
 
Wolverines need to eat like the rest of us, right? So where do the masses at the University of Michigan get their grub when it's meal time? There are plenty of options for students, locals and visitors alike near the college campus in Ann Arbor. Our Michigan's Best team recently headed to the land of maize and blue for a tour of the most beloved eateries. They tasted everything and lived to tell about it. Which Ann Arbor eats will make the cut on our search for Michigan's Best college eats? You can find out when the winners are revealed Thursday. MORE
If you went to Western Michigan, you likely love these bars and restaurants
 

 
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