News Summary Michigan has controversially acquired a life ring from the sunken Edmund Fitzgerald as part of a $600,000 lawsuit settlement. The ring, which was found on Lake Superior’s shore, has raised questions about its inclusion in the settlement linked to Larry Orr’s claims against the state police. As the
News Summary Epic Games has filed a lawsuit against Ayob Nasser and Idris Nahdi for allegedly using automated bot accounts to manipulate player engagement metrics in Fortnite. The lawsuit, initiated on October 7, 2024, claims the duo created over 20,000 fake accounts to boost their island’s traffic for monetary rewards.
News Summary Tammy Carvey, a 45-year-old from Wyandotte, Michigan, won $100,000 in the Powerball lottery after using AI to select her numbers. She typically plays when jackpots exceed a billion, but this time, she consulted ChatGPT for suggestions. Initially thinking she won $50,000, she discovered her prize doubled after activating
News Summary Michigan communities are experiencing a blend of joy and sorrow after the recent release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners amid a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. Celebrations for reunions contrast with mourning for those still lost and calls for Palestinian rights. This complex emotional landscape reflects the
News Summary Republican candidate Mike Steger faces security threats after a student at Oakland University posted calling for his death in relation to an upcoming campaign event. The Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office is investigating, while the GOP is increasing security measures. Concerns regarding the safety of political figures are intensifying,
News Summary The Detroit Pistons have signed former Michigan State guard Jaden Akins to an Exhibit 10 contract after he went undrafted in the 2025 NBA Draft. This contract secures his rights with the potential to join the Motor City Cruise in the NBA G League. Akins showcased improving stats
News Summary Amtrak has announced the cancellation of its Wolverine and Blue Water train services from September 15 to September 19, 2024. This disruption, due to the dismantling of two coaling towers in Michigan City and Augusta, will affect travel between Chicago and Pontiac, as well as Chicago and Port
News Summary Starbucks is set to close its pickup-only store in Grand Rapids as part of a strategy to move away from this model by fiscal 2026. This decision impacts around 80-90 such stores across over 20 states, with a focus on enhancing customer experience and fostering a more traditional
News Summary Onyx Partners Ltd., a Boston-based private equity firm, has announced its acquisition of 119 JCPenney stores for $947 million. The all-cash deal, set to close by September 8, 2025, aims to help JCPenney repay its creditors following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in 2020. The stores span 16.05
News Summary From August 2 to August 16, 2023, Michigan will host the Northern Strike military exercise, the largest of its kind sponsored by the National Guard Bureau. Over 7,500 military personnel from across the nation and nine international partners will engage in diverse training scenarios at Camp Grayling and
