A Democratic upset in MI-01? According to Debbie Stabenow, it’s more likely than you think

Former U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow is adamant the Democratic candidate in the state’s red 1st U.S. House District is primed to upset the Republican incumbent in a seat that hasn’t been on anyone’s radar during the last 22 months.  Several districts in Midwest states have been deemed flippable by Democrats […]

Ukraine attacked by Russia with no advanced warning

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine received no early warning from its partnersabout five Russian ballistic missiles that hit civilian infrastructure in the capital of Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday, as tensions rise between the Ukrainian leader and U.S. President Donald Trump. Zelenskyy did not specify which partners he was talking about. He characterized the […]

The Benefits of Buying Local

In today’s world almost everything can be made available with the click of a button, and it can become all too easy to forget where we get our food from. Large supermarket chains currently dominate the food market due to their convenience, diversity, and generally competitive prices. However, opting to […]

Can John James close the gap on Jocelyn Benson in the Michigan governor’s race?

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Three weeks out from Election Day, a stark split-screen has emerged in the race for Michigan governor.  Democrat Jocelyn Benson is preparing another multi-million dollar ad blitz and, beyond her own race, openly talking about the possibility that her party wins majorities in both chambers of the […]

Spot a bear den? Let us know about it

While you’re enjoying time outdoors this fall and winter, keep an eye open for black bear dens. Reporting den locations to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is a simple yet effective way to support bear management programs. Depending on their location in the state, bears typically enter dens in […]

Hamtramck City Council votes to allow animal sacrifice for religious purposes

After months of debate, the city council has voted to allow the practice of animal sacrifice, for religious purposes, in Hamtramck. The decision ultimately came down to a more than 30-year-old U.S. Supreme Court ruling that says cities cannot infringe on religious freedom under the first amendment. The act of […]

Trump’s ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, resigns after allegations of improper conduct

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, resigned on Tuesday after allegations of improper conduct but insisted she’ll “vigorously defend” herself against “false” allegations Trump’s administration said Tuesday it had asked her to leave her post after she faced severe criticism over allegations she engaged in improper […]

Cat Tales: ARGH

If you’re a regular reader of “Cat Tales” then you know my best friend, Spaghetti Betty, designs cat costumes. She especially loves designing holiday costumes. As you know by now, I don’t like dressing up except for work. I do wear an orange beret and bow tie when I write, […]

Gov. Whitmer Lowers Flags to Honor Former State Senator John Pappageorge 

LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex to be lowered to half-staff on day, October 13, 2026, to honor and remember former state Senator John Pappageorge.  “Senator Pappageorge was a dedicated public servant who served his community admirably in the U.S. Army and the state House and Senate,” said Governor […]

Eagles back to winning ways with victory over French River

SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – A couple of Harmon Esch goals, one of which was the eventual game-winner, helped send the Soo Eagles over the French River Rapids 7-4 in a Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League matchup Saturday at Pullar Stadium. A strong early forecheck off a draw in the Rapids’ […]