Category Archives: State News
AG Nessel files motion after Enbridge discloses damage to Line 5 Pipeline
LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — Monday, Attorney General Dana Nessel filed motions for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction related to Enbridge's disclosure late last week of sign...
Jun 22, 2020
Nonprofit issues Fourth of July boating safety reminder
ANNAPOLIS, MD (WKZO AM/FM) — Ahead of the big Fourth of July weekend, a nonprofit is reminding boaters of some basic safety tips to observe while celebrating America’s birthday. According ...
Jun 22, 2020
Recreational Passport required again for State Park entry
LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — Beginning Monday, June 22, citizens will be required to have a State Recreational Passport to enter Michigan’s state parks again. The announcement comes as parks...
Jun 22, 2020
Hope to begin new school year two weeks early
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM) - Hope College hopes an early jump on the upcoming school year. In an effort "to limit the impact of the COVID 19 virus on the campus community," the Holland school of higher ...
Jun 22, 2020
Massive party blocks road, leads to gunfire in Kalamazoo
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — Kalamazoo Public Safety officers are searching for suspects after shots rang out during a massive party on the city’s Northside. Authorities received a 911 cal...
Jun 22, 2020
Consumers Energy Foundation gives $100,000 to fight racism
HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) — In acknowledging Juneteenth, Consumers Energy shared a video with Michigan customers on social media, along with a message: “We at Consumers Energy, value diversity,...
Jun 21, 2020
Governor Whitmer demands more info from Enbridge regarding Line #5
LANSING (WKZO AM/FM) – Governor Whitmer is calling on Enbridge to ensure that the integrity of the #5 pipeline is intact, despite a report of damage to an anchor support. The pipeline, which run...
Jun 20, 2020
Federal judge orders state to reopen gyms
GRAND RAPIDS, MI (WTVB) – A federal judge ruled Friday that Michigan’s indoor gyms can reopen June 25 in spite of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s executive order keeping them closed. Grand R...
Jun 19, 2020
Gov. Whitmer extends state of emergency
LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — Governor Gretchen Whitmer is extending Michigan’s state of emergency during the coronavirus pandemic. On Thursday, June 18 the governor signed another executive ...
Jun 18, 2020
Pirate Festival Set for Mackinaw City This Saturday
MACKINAW CITY, MI (WHTC-AM/FM) - In this COVID 19 era of event cancellations, it is somewhat refreshing and hopeful to find a new activity beginning in 2020. Star Line Mackinac Island Hydro-Jet Ferry,...
Jun 18, 2020
