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See all the new releases coming each week of 2026.

Here's what you need to know about Mike McCready's new graphic novel and rock opera album.

It’s important to follow Michigan ORV rules, like wearing a helmet, especially when you’re already trying to cover up an illegal deer kill after being convicted of murder and being prohibited from owning a gun.

FBI, Michigan State Police, and local authorities respond to an active shooter at Temple Israel Synagogue in West Bloomfield.

The wild weather must have stirred up Bigfoot because over the last several weeks there have been reports of sightings near the Michigan's southern border.

Now back singing with Pussycat Dolls on their reunion tour, we revisit Nicole Scherzinger's early years starting her career with Days of the New.

After comedian Nate Bargatze’s 7 p.m. August 1 show in Grand Rapids sold out, a second performance has been added. Fans can now see the “Big Dumb Eyes” tour at 3 p.m. the same day at Van Andel Arena.

Going through metal's first decade in the new millennium, these albums represent the best of each year from 2000 through 2009.

Spring blooms will be here soon! Get ready for Michigan's flower festivals in 2026, featuring tulips, lilacs, lavender, shopping, food, entertainment, and more.

During an interview with Billboard, Sebastian Bach apologized for the relationship he once had with actress Christina Applegate.

The four Papa Roach members share their best nu-metal song picks and also can't help but name one of their own in the discussion.

A marching band director just took his dedication to a whole new level, earning cheers from Metallica fans for a bold promise he kept.

Breaking down the biggest covers from Green Day, Paramore and other big pop punk acts.

Michigan's Nathan Martin staged a dramatic surge to win the LA Marathon Sunday, beating the leader by mere fraction

Papa Roach's Jacoby Shaddix opens up about his personal faith, how the new song 'Wake Up Calling' came about and when fans can expect the band's new album.

Lions sign ex-Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco to join Jahmyr Gibbs after Montgomery trade. Pacheco brings Super Bowl pedigree despite 2024 injury.

Operation BBQ Relief showed up in Union City, Michigan, after Friday’s deadly tornadoes to provide free hot meals to those in need.

From visible hands to clean interiors Michigan officers notice subtle cues that make traffic stops quicker and smoother.