Great Lakes Wire

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is continuing its commitment to raising awareness about the critical importance of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for Black women in the fight against HIV/AIDS with the launch of the “Mahogany Blue” campaign.

Women Infants Children marks half-century supporting nutrition for Michigan families

For the last 50 years, the Michigan Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program has worked to positively affect pregnancy outcomes, child growth, and development.

Branch County man faces trial on multiple charges including alleged sexual assaults

LANSING – Anthony Cuyler, 46, a Branch County resident recently extradited from Mexico, has been bound over to stand trial in the 15th Circuit Court in Branch County. The charges include three counts of First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct, one count of Delivery of Methamphetamine to a Minor, one count of Possession of Methamphetamine, and one count of Possession of Ammunition by a Felon. This was announced by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

Union City man extradited from Mexico faces multiple charges including sexual assault

LANSING – Anthony Cuyler, 46, a Branch County resident recently extradited from Mexico, has been bound over to stand trial in the 15th Circuit Court in Branch County. He faces three counts of First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct, one count of Delivery of Methamphetamine to a Minor, one count of Possession of Methamphetamine, and one count of Possession of Ammunition by a Felon, as announced by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

NMU men's soccer appoints former players Beckley and Schmidt to coaching staff

The NMU men's soccer team has announced the appointment of two former student-athletes to its coaching staff for the 2024 season: goalkeeper coach Bryce Beckley and volunteer coach Keegan Schmidt.

Attorney General Nessel warns of new government imposter scam targeting Michigan residents

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is urging residents to be vigilant against a new impersonation scam targeting consumers. The scam involves individuals posing as representatives offering “free government money from the CARES Act,” claiming the funds are expiring soon in an effort to steal personal information.

Arthur Ylitalo finishes T31 at MGA Amateur Championship

Arthur Ylitalo finishes T31 at 121st MGA Amateur Championship

Ludington woman pleads no contest to second-degree child abuse

Tara Treesh, 36, of Ludington, pled no contest yesterday to one count of Second-Degree Child Abuse, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Treesh’s plea accompanies an agreement extended by the court to sentence her to 20 months to 10 years’ incarceration. Treesh was charged in November 2022 with one count each of Second-Degree Child Abuse, Maintaining a Drug House, and Possession of Methamphetamine.

Hillsdale County sergeant to stand trial for alleged assaults on jail inmate

LANSING – Ronald Leggitt, 43, of Marshall, waived preliminary examination and was bound over to stand trial in the 1st Judicial Circuit Court in Hillsdale County on seven felonies for alleged assaults of a county jail inmate under his supervision at the Hillsdale County Jail in December 2021, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. At the time of the alleged assaults, Leggitt was employed as a sergeant by the Hillsdale County Sheriff’s Department.

Senate Candidate Rogers: Current border policies allow for an ‘economic boom for the criminal drug cartels’

U.S. Senate Candidate in Michigan Mike Rogers stated that the border crisis has resulted in an "economic boom for the criminal drug cartels." Rogers made the statement to the Great Lakes Wire on July 15.

Northern Michigan University track & field earns USTFCCCA all-academic honors

The Northern Michigan University Track and Field team has been named a U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) 2024 All-Academic Team, the organization announced. Additionally, Leah Root, Madi Szymanski, Crystal Walker, and Ellyse Wolfrath were named All-Academic Athletes.

Michigan AG defends utility bill savings at state supreme court

Last week, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel successfully defended utility bill savings for Indiana Michigan Power Company (I&M) customers at the Michigan Supreme Court. The appeal followed a March 2021 application that I&M filed with the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) seeking to recover millions of dollars incurred to purchase or produce electric power for its customers in Michigan. Part of these costs included money I&M paid an affiliate power generator. The Attorney General intervened and argued that I&M paid more than comparable market prices for the power...

MDHHS marks second anniversary of state’s 988 crisis line

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is recognizing the past year’s success since launching the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in Michigan in 2022.

Northern Michigan University adds trio to men’s basketball backcourt

The Northern Michigan University men's basketball team has announced the addition of three transfers for the 2024-25 season: Gerald Gittens Jr., Derek Merwick, and Julien Smith.

Inclusive Health Care Taskforce featured in Model D magazine

The Inclusive Health Care (IHC) Taskforce was recently featured in Model D, a digital news magazine highlighting Detroit communities, businesses, and residents. The IHC Taskforce was convened by MPHI in 2023, alongside AARP Michigan and the Detroit Area Agency on Aging (DAAA). Primarily, the Taskforce’s purpose is to empower residents in the Metro Detroit area to reimagine how they prepare to get older. This includes addressing inequities in health care and providing support to combat the digital divide.

Commercial Alliance of REALTORS hosts 25th annual golf outing

The 25th Annual Commercial Alliance of REALTORS Golf Outing took place on Monday, July 15, 2024. The event saw participation from a full course of 144 golfers and numerous sponsors.

Grand Haven man pleads guilty in mass mPerks cyber theft case