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Rat-Infested Cities, Massive Data Center, and Crack Fries Acquired

Oct 31, 2025

Three Michigan cities were ranked among America’s 50-most rat infested cities according to Orkin’s annual Top 50 Rattiest Cities List.

Pantless Police Officer, Spooky Weekend Activities, and Thousands Laid Off

Oct 30, 2025

Hard-to-believe video captured the moment a Detroit police officer showed up in virtual court—without pants

Traverse Bitcoin Heist, Rare Bus Restoration, and Trick or Treat Times

Oct 29, 2025

State Police in Traverse City took to Bitcoin ATMs to post warnings after reports of scammers stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from victims using the machines.

Downtown Chili Throwdown, Speaker Ruled Against, and Homeless Housing Pods

Oct 28, 2025

Gimme’s Par and Grill will host the first-ever Downtown Chili Throwdown in Grand Rapids on Saturday, a citywide chili cook-off that will feature some of the best chili, live music, and a variety of drinks to enjoy.

Historic Barn Listed, New $56M Park, and Elementary School Threat

Oct 27, 2025

The historic Edson’s Hayloft barn, a popular live dance and music spot in the mid-twentieth century, hit the market for $400,000

Edmund Fitzgerald Settlement, SNAP Funds Gone, and $2.3 Billion Abandoned

Oct 24, 2025

The State of Michigan acquired a rare life raft recovered from the November 1975 Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck as part of a $600,00 settlement in a police misconduct case.

Toys"R"Us Back in Michigan, Wyandotte Bans Fluoride, Ford Fire Risk

Oct 23, 2025

Two Toys"R"Us stores are coming to Michigan this holiday season as part of the company’s relaunch of 30 stores nationwide, including eight permanent flagship stores.

Detroit Nicotine Ban, Hunting License Hikes, and Baby Snow Leopard

Oct 22, 2025

Spectators and athletes will no longer be able to consume smokeless tobacco products like Zyn at Comerica Park, Ford Field, or Little Caesars Arena according to a city council ordinance passed on Tuesday.

Traverse Film Festival, Unique Pumpkin Patches, and Record-Breaking Hike

Oct 21, 2025

The Fresh Coast Film Festival is set to bring four days of films, panels, and outdoor experiences celebrating the Great Lakes to Traverse City in Spring of 2026.

New Pickleball Factory, $100k ChatGPT Win, and Federal Shutdown Impact

Oct 20, 2025

A tech startup, Accel Digital Solutions, is planning to open the Great Lakes Pickleball Club, where players can play and watch balls be manufactured.