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Fordite, also called Detroit agate, is a stunning, man-made “gem” made right here in Michigan. Learn how it's created.

Summer heat calls for swimming, but be aware: a dozen Michigan beaches have contamination warnings from harmful bacteria.

Unsure about Michigan's heat advisories vs. warnings? Discover what each alert means and how to stay safe when extreme summer temperatures hit.

A night out turned into a close call for one driver as storms rolled through, reminding us just how unpredictable nature can be.

For the first time in U.S. history, a decommissioned nuclear power plant is being brought back online — and it's happening in Michigan.

From the highways to the dinner table, the journey of roadkill meat is more common than you might think.

Ever wondered when the best time to hit Walmart is? Spoiler alert: it’s all about avoiding those weekend crowds.

June bugs were weirdly absent in Michigan this summer—and it’s not just you. Here’s why those clumsy little beetles didn’t show up like they usually do.

With the announcement of Siena Heights' closure, local students are facing uncertainty, yet there's a glimmer of hope thanks to GVSU's support.

Bardertown in Wyoming offers cheap VHS rentals and player refurbishing, giving West Michigan movie fans a rewind-worthy experience.

A new Stormy Kromer cap commemorates the Edmund Fitzgerald and its crew, fifty years after its tragic sinking. $20 from each sale helps fund a Wisconsin Historical Society marker, preserving the ship's memory.

The extreme points of Lake Michigan are unique geographical markers: northernmost in Michigan's U.P., westernmost in Wisconsin, and southernmost in Indiana. The easternmost point is debated, potentially near Mackinaw City.

While Michigan's roads are often a punchline to a tired joke, professional truckers offer a mixed and surprisingly positive review.

What happens when a service dog becomes the center of a heated debate in a store? One shopper's inquiry spiraled into a viral moment.

Billy Corgan opens up about his deep love for Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne as he mourns the death of Ozzy and celebrates his incredible legacy.

MSU greats Magic Johnson and Draymond Green were both featured in Bleacher Report’s Top 100 NBA Players list.

Dean Norris, best known from Breaking Bad, loves Michigan summers. Recently posting a lake video, he’s also visited Shavehead Lake before. The actor’s love for Michigan’s natural beauty is clear.

A Chief U.S. District Judge ordered ex-Anti-Flag singer Justin Sane to pay Kristina Sarhadi nearly $2 million as a default judgment in a sexual assault case.