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Dozens of Saline residents gathered Monday to protest a data center proposal, holding posters with slogans like “Protect Pure MI" and "DTE dirty data deal."
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The Holiday season is here, and we’re celebrating with a special lineup of programs to bring light, warmth, and joy in the days to come. From Thanksgiving traditions to reflections of Hanukkah to the wonder of Christmas to our memories of 2025, these stories and sounds capture the spirit of the season.
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Young adults who took just a one-week break from social media showed improvement in depression, anxiety and insomnia symptoms, a new study says. Plus, tips for how to take a break from your feed.
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A bill moving through the Michigan Senate could strengthen the state’s trade relationship with Ireland.
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The TSA has announced that U.S. air travelers without a REAL ID will face a $45 fee starting in February. The Department of Homeland Security says 94% of passengers are already compliant.
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First, a review of statewide changes to sex education standards. Then, a Yooper's long-time devotion to sunrises. Plus, Michigan Public's On Hand took a deep dive into why Kalamazoo shows up in so many songs.
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Bring the whole family together this holiday season with our curated list of must-see family-friendly holiday movies! From timeless classics and animated adventures to new releases filled with festive cheer, these heartwarming films are perfect for all ages.
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Ira Glass returns to Ann Arbor for his fifth Ann Arbor Summer Festival Appearance on June 20, 2026 at the Power Center.
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Brooke Rollins has made a case for sweeping changes to food aid programs by claiming USDA has uncovered "massive fraud." But she and USDA haven't provided the underlying data or any evidence.
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A new survey of centenarians finds a growing number of people living to 100 have prioritized healthy habits. Here's how exercise, social connection and positivity play a role in aging well.
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Michigan State has fired football coach Jonathan Smith two years after hiring him. Athletic director J Batt announced the move Sunday. The Spartans lost eight of their last nine games, finishing 4-8. Smith's overall record at MSU was 9-15, with just 4-14 in the Big Ten. Smith is owed more than $30 million, and the school will need to spend millions more to find a replacement.
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A series of proposals by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources would give Michigan hunters more time to harvest elk in 2026 and 2027.
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More than 700 nurses and other union members hit the picket line outside Henry Ford Genesys Hospital near Flint on Labor Day.
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A major snowstorm in the Midwest and Great Lakes is affecting Thanksgiving travelers. Forecasters warn of airport delays and slowed traffic as snow could fall at more than an inch per hour.
The Dish, hosted by Mercedes Mejia, brings you behind the scenes with Michigan’s most inspiring chefs and culinary talents. Learn how food connects these chefs to their cultures, and strengthens our communities, one dish at a time.
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Now that we can "download" some "mashups," we should talk about how these words have changed over time.
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Lifeline H2O replaces a program that served 29,000 households at its peak. Only 5,000 will get into the new program. Advocates demand more funding for water affordability.
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Towns around Mid-Michigan are having various activities and events to drawn shoppers on Saturday, November 29.
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MSU Extension reported sightings of invasive jumping worms in parts of the state. They recommend inspecting home gardens and taking preventive measures.
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