Delta patrol combats theft, speeding issues with more officer presence
DELTA TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Delta Township police are prioritizing increased patrols and community presence as their main focus for 2026, according to Captain Rob Block of the Eaton County Sheriff's Office Delta Patrol substation. Captain Rob Block says Delta Township's main complaints are speeding on Saginaw, loud...
Authorities warn ‘stay off the ice’ as rain and warmer weather move in
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - A man and his two dogs died after falling into Lake Somerset in Hillsdale County Saturday night, according to the Somerset Township Police Chief. The bodies of 48-year-old Charles Fausak IV and the dogs were found by law enforcement the next day. As warmer temperatures and...
Meridian Twp. firefighters’ union speaks out on staffing issues
MERIDIAN TWP., Mich. (WLNS) — A local firefighters’ union has made a new public plea for help. Meridian Township Professional Firefighters Local 1600 recently shared a post to social media explaining that an increase in calls for service is leaving the fire department “depleted.” The union says the department has...
Michigan’s DNR Waives Snowmobile Permits This Weekend Only
Michigan winters don't hand out many freebies. Snow? Endless. Potholes? Complimentary. But one rare, genuinely useful gift arrives January 10th through the 11th: Michigan's free snowmobiling weekend. Two glorious days where the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) looks the other way and says, “Fine. Go...
Shelter providing safe space to sleep opening in Shiawassee Co.
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) – A new shelter for people without a place to sleep is opening up in Shiawassee County. The safe space, located in Owosso, will fill a much-needed gap in the area. Hope Works Mid-Michigan is expanding their reach to Shiawassee County, giving people here an escape...
Crime Stoppers: 1 request for information, 1 wanted
LANSING, Mich, (WLNS) — This week on Crime Stoppers, law enforcement needs your help identifying suspects in residential burglaries and finding someone wanted on a warrant. If you have information regarding the cases below, call Crime Stoppers of Mid-Michigan at (517) 483-STOP. You can remain anonymous. Those who...
Yaya’s Chicken Making a Comeback in Lansing with New Location
The Michigan restaurant known for serving quality chicken is returning to the Lansing area very soon. From Lansing State Journal, Yaya’s Flame Broiled Chicken is returning to the city, this time opening at 724 Clippert Street and with the new name Yaya’s Kitchen. This follows the closure of their 3011 E Saginaw...
Meijer’s New Bottle Return Machine Will Blow Your Mind
Meijer's new bottle return machine is an absolute beast, processing over 200 cans in just 2 minutes.
Man Sentenced to 12-50 Years in Prison for Fatal Wrong-Way Crash on I-96
A Livingston County man will spend the next 12 to 50 years in prison for a fatal wrong-way crash on I-96 near Williamston last year. Cullen Lindsay pleaded no contest to second-degree murder in Ingham County. The 25-year-old was sentenced earlier this week. Authorities say in april of 2025, Lindsay...
Free Snowmobiling Weekend returns to Michigan
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Michigan snowmobilers will have the opportunity to ride without fees during the state’s Free Snowmobiling Weekend on January 10–11. During this weekend, riders may legally operate snowmobiles without purchasing a snowmobile registration or trail permit. Riders can explore more than 6,000 miles...

















