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The Big Ten’s Smartest Schools Ranked From Worst to First
The Big Ten is loaded with football traditions, packed stadiums and serious academic power. Here is how all 18 schools rank and where Michigan’s two conference rivals finish.

The Only Michigander to be Executed Within the State: 1938
His crimes took place in Midland; he was charged with murder and hanged in 1938. Here are details...
Get the Sweatshirts Ready, Fall Temperatures Are Coming to Michigan
Michigan's first real taste of fall could be coming soon, with forecast models showing cooler-than-normal temperatures moving into the state.

Popular Mid-Michigan Mexican Restaurant Is Coming to Lansing
Gran Maya Taqueria & Cantina is getting closer to opening its second location at Eastwood Towne Center in Lansing.

Michigan’s 10 Best Elementary Schools Outside Metro Detroit
Forget Novi, Troy and Northville for a minute. These are Michigan's 10 highest-rated public elementary schools outside Metro Detroit, according to Niche.

Michigan State Police Cold Case Files: 1977 Disappearance of Glenna Jane West
Michigan State Police are seeking tips in the 1977 disappearance of Glenna Jane West, a 34-year-old St. Joseph mother of four. Her purse was found, but Glenna and her station wagon vanished.

10 Famous WMU Broncos Who May Want That Second Back
Western Michigan thought they had the upset of the year, then officials added a second back and changed everything.

Elvis Presley's 1988 Burger King Sighting (and More) in Kalamazoo
Elvis' connection to Kalamazoo goes beyond the famous 1988 sighting at Burger King. Here are more instances...

Detroit Dragway - Closed but Fondly Remembered: 1959-1998
Blaming bad management, Detroit Dragway began slipping in the 1980s until its inevitable closure in 1998...
Michigan State Police Launch New Website to Help Solve Cold Cases
Michigan State Police launched a new cold case website featuring 11 unsolved cases across the state, including two from the Lansing area, with hopes that new tips could help investigators find answers.
Michigan Is Studying a Pay-Per-Mile Charge for Drivers
As fuel-efficient and electric vehicles reduce gas-tax revenue, MDOT is exploring whether Michigan drivers should pay a few cents for every mile traveled. No statewide change is currently planned.
Michigan State Police Cold Case Files: Disappearance of Diana Lee Peckham
Diana Peckham disappeared from Baroda, Michigan, in July 1976. Fifty years later, MSP is asking anyone who remembers a conversation, vehicle or name connected to the case to share what they know.

Remember Hela’s Kitchen at Lansing Mall? I Tried Its New Spot
Remember Hela’s Kitchen from the Lansing Mall? I finally visited its West Saginaw location in Lansing to try the nachos, enchiladas and more.

Check Your New Michigan ID: Thousands Were Printed Incorrectly
About 8,200 Michigan residents received enhanced IDs and licenses with incorrect information and stock photos.

Something Huge Is Flying Over Michigan Tonight
Millions of birds will migrate over Michigan tonight, prompting a lights-out request across the state.

Where Was the 101 Ranch Motel and Restaurant in Galesburg?
We found the address and satellite location of the former 101 Ranch Motel & Restaurant in Galesburg, but finding it on the ground is a whole different story...

Jackson's Sparks Park Bridge Originated in 1931
The original 1931 Sparks bridge was demolished in 2007 and a similar, sturdier one stands there now...

MAC Wants Western Michigan Recognized as Winner Over Michigan
The MAC is appealing Michigan’s controversial win over Western Michigan, arguing replay protocol was mishandled and WMU should be recognized as the winner.
