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The hidden cost of GLP-1s: Popularity surge raises long-term affordability questions
As GLP-1 drug use surges nationwide, overall spending could soon drive up healthcare costs for everyone, according to a new study.
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Trump says China, Russia assured him they are not arming Iran
President Donald Trump appeared to dismiss concerns on Friday that China and Russia are supplying weapons to Iran amid the ongoing conflict with the United States. In a social media post, Trump said Chinese President Xi Jinping told him during a recent meeting in Beijing that Chi...
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LeBron James joins 76ers, calls it his 'last decision'
NBA legend LeBron James will sign with the Philadelphia 76ers nearly a month after informing the Los Angeles Lakers he would not return. James kept NBA teams guessing for weeks about his next destination. The 41-year-old reportedly was deciding among Golden State, Miami, Clevelan...
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Annual Greektown Heritage Festival returning to Detroit after one-year hiatus
Detroiters who have been waiting to walk the new Monroe Streetscape in Greektown will finally have their chance this weekend while enjoying a classic Detroit event. That being the Greektown Heritage Festival, which returns after a one-year hiatus due to the street construction go...
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Severe Storm Chances, Heat and Humidity Return To Detroit Area
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The dangerous side of ‘maxxing’ your health, according to experts
Drink tart cherry juice for sleepmaxxing! Add protein in everything for proteinmaxxing! Eat raw garlic for spermmaxxing! Online influencers are telling you to take your health to the max with highly specific and sometimes highly unusual changes. Maxxing is an online trend applied...
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Seaplane carrying 11 crashes into an island near Seattle, all aboard are rescued
A seaplane carrying 11 people crashed and caught fire on the rocky shore of a vacation island north of Seattle, but a swift rescue by boat and air got everyone safely to hospitals. The San Juan County Sheriff's Office initially reported one person was in critical condition after ...
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Public defenders union launches simultaneous strikes in Detroit, New York City
A union representing more than 230 public defenders who provide legal services for low-income residents in Wayne County and two other states went on strike Friday, following stalled contract negotiations with management. The Neighborhood Defender Service Union (NDSU), a chapter o...
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Watch: Canada celebrates completion of Gordie Howe International Bridge
The Gordie Howe International Bridge will soon be open, with Canadians celebrating the completion of the years-long project. According to officials, the new bridge connecting I-75 in Detroit to Highway 401 in Ontario will open to traffic as early as 12 p.m. on Monday, July 27. Th...
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Senate eyes Russia sanctions vote, but House recess delays final action
A bipartisan Russia sanctions bill named after the late Sen. Lindsey Graham faces an uncertain path forward in Congress, with the Senate potentially moving toward a vote next week but the House not returning from recess until Aug. 31. The bill, formally called the Lindsey O. Grah...
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Blowback from latest DTE outage surfaces on midterm campaign trail
This story also appeared in Planet Detroit This article first appeared on Planet Detroit and is republished here under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. Overview: Roughly 400,000 DTE customers lost power during the July 4 weekend. Democratic ...
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Michigan cyclosporiasis cases surpass 8,000 with 160 hospitalizations, per MDHHS
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said the number of people with confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis has climbed to more than 8,000 as of Friday morning. Related: Michigan cyclosporiasis outbreak likely largest in US history, health officials say Michigan cyclosp...
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Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan exceed 8,000
Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan continue to rise, with state health officials reporting more than 8,000 confirmed cases Friday. On July 24, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) reported 8,176 cyclosporiasis cases since June 22, up from 7,664 on July 23. O...
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Canada-only Gordie Howe Bridge ribbon-cutting ceremony in Windsor gears up
Canadian officials and others have gathered at the Windsor side of the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
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Funeral procession for fallen Lincoln Park firefighter
Fire Chief Michael Prinz called Amrozi a dedicated public servant whose unmatched kindness to his fellow firefighters and the community, will leave a lasting legacy....
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Here’s when the Gordie Howe International Bridge will open to traffic
An official date and time have been slated for the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge. According to officials, the new bridge connecting I-75 in Detroit to Highway 401 in Ontario will open to traffic as early as 12 p.m. on Monday, July 27. The toll-free multi-use pat...
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Grammy winner Chris Brown pleads guilty in London nightclub attack case
Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown pleaded guilty Friday to brawling at a London nightclub in 2023, a fight in which he hit a music producer over the head with a bottle. Brown, 37, made the change of plea during a hearing at London's Southwark Crown Court. He had previously denied...
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Sheriff: Man found dead on side of Monroe County road was hit-and-run victim
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says it is now investigating the death of a man who was found on the shoulder of Telegraph Road in Bedford Township as a hit-and-run. Deputies responded to the area of South Telegraph Road north of Crabb Road just before 1:30 a.m., after receivi...
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Teen pleads guilty in deadly Georgia high school shooting
A teenager has pleaded guilty to all 55 counts in a deadly shooting nearly two years ago at Apalachee High School in Georgia. Colt Gray, 16, entered the plea Friday without having reached a deal with prosecutors. He had previously pleaded not guilty to charges in the Sept. 4, 202...
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Ransom note in Nancy Guthrie kidnapping demanded millions in bitcoin
New details are emerging about a ransom note tied to the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie. The note demanded millions of dollars in bitcoin within seven days and warned the family not to play games. RELATED STORY | Note connected to the ...
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Michigan man arrested after refusing to let girlfriend out of vehicle, fleeing from police
A 45-year-old man was taken into custody on Thursday after an incident the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office is calling a “domestic kidnapping.” Deputies were dispatched to the area of Seaver Drive near Joe Hall Drive in Ypsilanti Township around 4 p.m. after receiving a 911 call...
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Four more states linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak, reports say
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has added four additional states to the link of U.S. states that have been impacted by the outbreak of cyclosporiasis traced to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico....
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Michigan environmental news: Cyclosporiasis cases, hospitalizations climb
Michigan cyclosporiasis cases surge past 7,600, hospitalizations climb Michigan’s cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to 7,664 cases as of Thursday, up 493 from the previous day, with 160 hospitalizations reported. The outbreak, first identified in Monroe County in late June, has s...
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Morning 4: Jack White’s Pine Knob show is sold out, but you can still watch — and more news
Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day. So, let’s get to the news. Jack White’s Pine Knob show is sold out, but you can still watch — here’s how If you’re a fan of Jack White but didn’t get a chance to snag tickets to his now-sold...
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Lincoln Park firefighter who died in line of duty honored with first-responder procession
Fire Chief Michael Prinz called Amrozi a dedicated public servant whose unmatched kindness to his fellow firefighters and the community, will leave a lasting legacy....
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Wisconsin capital shaken after police kill man accused of wounding officer with knife
The police shooting death of a homeless man who wounded an officer with a knife while resisting arrest has roiled Wisconsin's capital city, with protesters and community groups demanding accountability and an end to racial injustice. Corey Durell Ruiz, 38, was shot and killed on ...
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Michigan bans big investors from buying more homes. Will it work?
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on July 21 signed a bill to limit the number of homes large institutional investors can purchase in Michigan It bans corporations in Michigan from owning or renting more than 100 single-family homes, lower than the federal minimum of 350 units But opponents ...
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Video shows post-game fireworks malfunction after baseball game
Video from Thursday's Richmond Flying Squirrels in Virginia game shows fireworks shooting across the field and into the stands during a malfunction. The video, shared with the Scripps News Group by Nikkilas Walker, shows lines of post-game fireworks shooting across the field at C...
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Jack White’s Pine Knob show is sold out, but you can still watch — here’s how
If you’re a fan of Jack White but didn’t get a chance to snag tickets to his now-sold out show at Pine Knob Music Theatre this Saturday, have no fear. The legendary Detroit guitarist and Third Man Records founder is partnering with the streaming service “ Nugs ” to give fans the ...
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Watch: Gordie Howe Bridge ribbon-cutting celebration held for Canada only
All eyes will be on the Michigan-Canadian border Friday morning for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
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Police investigating whether bias motivated NYC stabbing spree
A man was arrested Thursday after police said he stabbed two men in separate, nonfatal attacks on Manhattan's Upper West Side that the New York Police Department is investigating as possible hate crimes. Raul Morales, 51, allegedly stabbed an Asian man and a Jewish man and yelled...
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Canada-only ribbon cutting celebration for Gordie Howe Bridge is today
The Gordie Howe International Bridge ribbon-cutting is Friday, marking a major milestone. Of course, due to tariffs and strained US relations, it is a Canada-only celebration....
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Birmingham teen leads Ohio State Police on high-speed chase down I-75
Gallagher, who ran out of gas, got help on the side of the highway from a trooper.
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Ohio State Police led on high-speed chase by 19-year-old from Birmingham
Liam Thomas Gallagher was arrested yesterday morning after the chase, charged with fleeing and alluding.
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Sterlingfest returns this weekend with carnival, art fair, live music and more
Sterlingfest is back in Sterling Heights this weekend, bringing carnival rides, live entertainment, food and an art fair that organizers say could draw nearly 150,000 people over three days. See the story from Sterling Heights reporter Evan Sery in the video below Sterlingfest co...
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Canadian officials & Howe family celebrate ribbon-cutting for Gordie Howe International Bridge
The Gordie Howe International Bridge is set to open to traffic Monday around noon, following more than 8 years of construction, over 20 million hours of work, and $6.4 billion in investment even as trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada continue to simmer. Watch Simon Shaykhe...
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What Michiganders need to know as early voting begins for August primary
Michigan’s Aug. 4 primary election is quickly approaching, and more than 572,000 voters have already cast absentee ballots, according to recent data from the Michigan Voting Dashboard . For those who prefer to vote in-person, early voting sites are set to open statewide on Saturd...
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Quiet weather through Saturday before heat, humidity and storm chances return
Metro Detroit will enjoy another stretch of quiet summer weather through Saturday, with dry conditions and temperatures staying close to seasonal averages. Expect plenty of sunshine and comfortable humidity levels over the next couple of days, making for ideal conditions to spend...
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Bikes stolen from nonprofit that serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Four bikes were stolen from The Arc of Grosse Pointe and Harper Woods, a nonprofit that serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The bikes are a key part of the organization's programming, helping clients build confidence, stay active and develop independen...
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Tropical Storm Bertha enters Texas as rains spread along Gulf Coast, downgraded to remnants only
Tropical Storm Bertha entered Texas on Thursday afternoon as rain spread across the Gulf Coast and has since been downgraded to remnants only.
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Summer concert will benefit Downriver clinic providing free primary care to uninsured workers
For more than two decades, Downriver Community Clinic has provided free primary care to people who are working or in school but don’t have access to health insurance. The non-profit operates out of a Henry Ford Health clinic located at 3333 Biddle Avenue in Wyandotte. Several tim...
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Gordie Howe Bridge footpath raises security, border questions
For the first time in decades, a land crossing between Michigan and Canada will feature a footpath for pedestrians and bikers.
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Ring camera captures massive fire at Dearborn elementary school playground
A fire heavily damaged the playground at Nowlin Elementary School in Dearborn, leaving equipment melted and prompting an investigation into the cause of the blaze. Update: Police investigate fire that destroyed special needs playground at Dearborn elementary school A photo captur...
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How security will work for Gordie Howe Bridge footpath
Spanning one-and-a-half miles across the Detroit River…the Gordie Howe’s walking and biking path will use a multi-layered security framework managed jointly by the Feds and the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority....
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1 injured, suspect arrested after non-fatal shooting outside Dearborn Walmart
One person was seriously injured, and a suspect has been arrested following a non-fatal shooting outside of Walmart in Dearborn. The incident occurred on Thursday (July 23) near Ford Road and Mercury Drive around 5:20 p.m., when officers responded to reports of a possible shootin...
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Morgan Wallen brings two huge concerts to University of Michigan's Big House this weekend
Ann Arbor is bracing for a massive weekend as country artist Morgan Wallen brings two concerts to the University of Michigan's Michigan Stadium, known as the Big House. About 75,000 people are expected each night, creating heavy traffic, packed parking lots and high parking price...
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Deadly motorcycle crash shuts down Dearborn Heights roadway
One person is dead after a motorcycle crash in Dearborn Heights, police said on Thursday.
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Beech Daly and Richardson Street in Dearborn Heights reopens following fatal motorcycle crash
Beech Daly and Richardson Street in Dearborn Heights reopened following a fatal motorcycle crash. The crash occurred on Thursday (July 23) in Wayne County. Police asked drivers to avoid the area until EMS and officers had cleared the scene, which was cleared around 9:30 p.m....
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The home in a gated community designed as builder's personal residence has many family friendly amenities and luxurious standout features. Photo provided by WayUp Media Check link in bio to see more photos
The home in a gated community designed as builder's personal residence has many family friendly amenities and luxurious standout features. Photo provided by WayUp Media Check link in bio to see more photos instagram.com...
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Tropical Storm Bertha strikes Gulf Coast near the Texas-Louisiana line in second landfall
Tropical Storm Bertha made a second landfall Thursday near the Texas-Louisiana state line after grazing southern Louisiana in a slow crawl that triggered heavy surf and some flooding along the Gulf Coast. Forecasters said more flooding was possible as heavy rains moved onshore in...
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15-acre retail development, park expansion proposed in Commerce Township
At the corner of Wise and Union Lake roads in Commerce Township, an old golf course and shuttered bar are slated to be redeveloped on 15 acres. The owner of the golf course plans to gift 50 acres to the township, according to the planning department. There is already a lot traffi...
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Sheriff’s office releases new update on Blissfest attack of Detroit mentor after public speculation
Investigators remain in contact with the family of Darryl “Lonn” Hartman following recent reports suggesting he had shared information with loved ones about the events surrounding the incident, the Emmet County Sheriff’s Office said. In a statement posted to Facebook on Thursday ...
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Police investigating shooting outside Walmart in Dearborn
Police searched the area and arrested the suspected shooter. Investigators say the shooting occurred after an argument between the two people involved....
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Surge in e-bike injuries leads to rise in concerns
Crashes involving these e-bikes can be much more severe. Sometimes they're on the sidewalk, sometimes they're in the street. When it comes to injuries, FOX 2 spoke with an emergency room doctor from DMC....
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‘Not the same museum’: Detroit Children’s Museum reopens with new exhibits after years-long closure
After being closed to the public for more than a decade, the Detroit Children’s Museum is reopening its doors Saturday with new energy — and new exhibits — aimed at sparking curiosity in Detroit-area students. The museum, located at 6134 2nd Avenue, was long designed to serve as ...
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Special prosecutor drops all felony criminal charges against Louisiana Attorney General Murrill
A special prosecutor on Wednesday dismissed felony criminal charges against Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, who was indicted on accusations of threatening the jobs of New Orleans officials who fought a Republican-led overhaul of courts in the heavily Democratic city. The ...
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Dearborn Walmart shooting leaves 1 injured, suspect arrested
One person was arrested after a shooting at a Dearborn Walmart Thursday evening.
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Homicide rates in the US are nearing a historic low
In Baltimores Penn North neighborhood, a recent community event marked a major milestone in its work to curb violence: 365 days without a homicide. The murder rate in Baltimore is down 23 percent in the first half of this year, and its not alone. Richmond, Virginia; Detroit, Mich...
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