Great Lakes Wire

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's swim and dive team continued their participation in the 2025 GLIAC Championships, completing day three of the competition.

Union City man sentenced up to 20 years for embezzling family trust funds

David White, a 68-year-old resident of Union City, was sentenced to four to twenty years in prison by Judge Martha Anderson in the 6th Circuit Court in Oakland County.

Flint water crisis: Veolia settles for $53 million with affected residents

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced a $53 million civil settlement with Veolia North America.

Michigan updates Earned Sick Time Act: new rules take effect in February

Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act, amended by House Bill 4002, will take effect on February 21, 2025, for employers with 11 or more employees.

Coalition supports CFPB against efforts to halt its operations

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has aligned with a group of 23 attorneys general to ensure the continued operation of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

I-75 resurfacing project begins in early March with $160 million investment

Bridge and road work on I-75 in northern Oakland County is set to resume in early March.

Coalition opposes efforts to dismantle Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general to oppose efforts by the Trump Administration and Elon Musk aimed at defunding and disbanding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

NMU Wildcats prepare for final home series against St. Thomas Tommies

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) Wildcats hockey team is preparing for its final home series of the season against the University of St. Thomas Tommies.

Nessel joins effort defending Pennsylvania's concealed carry age restriction

Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit to reconsider its opinion on a Pennsylvania law.

Attorney General challenges parole grant for convicted murderer Marcos Garcia Rayos

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has taken legal action to challenge the parole of Marcos Garcia Rayos, who is currently held at the Saginaw Correctional Facility in Freeland.

NMU secures four podium finishes on day two at GLIAC Championships

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's swimming and diving team secured four podium finishes on the second day of the GLIAC Championships in Holland, Michigan.

Attorney General Nessel joins call for FDA action on counterfeit weight loss drugs

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 38 states and territories urging the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to take action against counterfeit producers of weight loss and diabetes drugs, including Mounjaro, Zepbound,...

Michigan Tech defeats Northern Michigan ending five-game winning streak

The Northern Michigan women's basketball team experienced a setback on Thursday night, falling to the Michigan Tech Huskies with a final score of 64-59.

Wayne County man wins big with Michigan Lottery's VIP Cashword

A Wayne County resident experienced a significant turn of events after winning $500,000 in the Michigan Lottery's VIP Cashword instant game.

Northern Michigan falls short against No.22 ranked Huskies despite late-game comeback

The Northern Michigan men's basketball team made a strong comeback in the second half but ultimately fell short against No. 22 Michigan Tech, losing 67-64 on Thursday night.

Northern Michigan prepares for rivalry clash against Michigan Tech

The Northern Michigan University women's basketball team is preparing for a rivalry game against Michigan Tech on Thursday, February 20.

NMU women’s swim team ranks third after day one of GLIAC Championships

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's swim and dive team concluded the first day of the GLIAC Championships in third place.

Wayne County man wins $1.3 million lottery jackpot

A Wayne County resident has won a $1.3 million Lotto 47 jackpot from the Michigan Lottery, describing the win as a "dream come true."

Attorney General Nessel issues consumer alert on recognizing hacked email accounts

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a consumer alert aimed at helping residents recognize and respond to hacked email accounts.

State boosts funding for behavioral health amid growing demand