News Summary Oakland University Police are investigating a disturbing social media post by a student that called for violence against GOP candidate Mike Steger. The post included a photo of Steger alongside a Trump supporter with a caption advocating for violence. The Oakland County Republican Party condemned the post, urging
News Summary The Grand Traverse area is confronting a significant housing shortage for seniors, with over 30,000 residential units needed by 2027. The demand for affordable and appropriate living arrangements for older adults is escalating, with particular challenges for those on fixed incomes. Local leaders are calling for urgent action
News Summary The University of Michigan football team secured a 34-17 victory over New Mexico in their season opener on September 2, 2025. This win comes at a challenging time for the program, which is facing NCAA sanctions related to a sign-stealing investigation. The controversy involves an eight-year show-cause penalty
News Summary In the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings for 2026, Michigan universities excel with the University of Michigan leading at No. 20 overall and No. 3 among public universities. Michigan State University and Michigan Technological University also rank highly, while several other universities exhibit shifts in their
News Summary Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has expressed strong opposition to the University of Michigan’s health system decision to pause gender-affirming care for individuals under 19. She labeled the decision as dangerous and possibly illegal, raising concerns about the implications for transgender youth. Nessel highlighted legal obligations for healthcare
News Summary A former student research assistant at Michigan State University has filed a $100 million lawsuit, claiming her thyroid cancer resulted from exposure to hazardous chemicals during her employment. LingLong Wei alleges negligence in safety protocols while applying dangerous pesticides. MSU asserts its commitment to student safety, but Wei’s
News Summary The University of Michigan and Western Michigan University will kick off the 2026 college football season with a groundbreaking game in Frankfurt, Germany. Scheduled for August 29, this event marks the first international college football game for both universities and highlights a growing trend of global matchups in
News Summary The University of Michigan Football program will kick off its 2026 season against Western Michigan at Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt, Germany, marking a historic first for both teams playing outside North America. This game is part of a broader initiative to enhance the global presence of collegiate
News Summary Siena Heights University (SHU) in Adrian, Michigan, will cease operations at the end of the 2025-2026 academic year due to financial challenges and declining enrollment. With around 1,800 registered students, a drop from over 2,300 in 2008, SHU will maintain its academic calendar and support transfer pathways for
News Summary Former University of Michigan head football coach Jim Harbaugh is implicated in a class-action lawsuit involving allegations against his former assistant, Matt Weiss, for illegally accessing student accounts and downloading intimate images. The lawsuit claims Harbaugh neglected his responsibilities to ensure student safety during his tenure. Weiss is
