State News
Thursday, May 14, 2026 · East Lansing
Road Construction Begins on Oakland Drive in Kalamazoo
Road construction is scheduled for Oakland Drive between Centre Avenue and Oldenburg Avenue in Kalamazoo, prompting expected delays.
Bellaire Dam Water Levels Stabilize; Downstream Alert Continues
Bellaire Dam water levels stabilized Thursday, but Antrim County maintains evacuation alert for downstream areas due to unpredictable weather.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Manistique Sewage Overflow Dumps 1.4 Million Gallons Into River
Manistique released 1.4 million gallons of sewage into the Manistique River from April 12-15, caused by heavy rain and melting snow.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Howell Voters Head to Polls Tuesday
Howell residents vote Tuesday, November 5, at Putnam Township Hall from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Bring a photo ID.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Mayor Stone Vetoes Council's Civil Service Plan
Mayor Lori Stone vetoed a City Council action targeting Civil Service administration, accusing the Council of attempting to circumvent the city Charter.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Lionel Messi's Argentina Career: A Look Back
ESPN conducted interviews with key figures to explore Lionel Messi's international career with Argentina. The oral history investigates the circumstances surrounding his choice to play for Argentina.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
MLB and MLBPA Meet to Discuss Collective Bargaining Agreement
Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association convened this week to start negotiating terms for the next Collective Bargaining Agreement. Key topics under discussion include the possibility of a salary cap and mechanisms to prevent a potential lockout.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
LeBron James' Future with Lakers Uncertain Despite Playoff Appearance
LeBron James' performance and the Lakers' playoff run have highlighted the complex relationship between the star player and the franchise. While a return seems logical, several factors could influence James' decision for the upcoming season.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Steelers Await Rodgers' Decision Amid Deadline Reports
The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly seeking a commitment from quarterback Aaron Rodgers by a specific deadline. The team aims to finalize their quarterback plans before the upcoming season. Rodgers' decision will significantly impact the Steelers' strategy.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Reigns and Fatu Sign Contract, Brawl on WWE Raw
Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu formalized their World Heavyweight Championship match for Backlash with a contract signing on WWE Raw. The event ended with a physical altercation as Fatu executed the Tongan Death Grip.
Thursday, May 14, 2026