State News

The most complete ice age mastodon skeleton found in Michigan since the 1940s was recovered this month by a University of Michigan-led team that included Tuscola County teachers who volunteered for the dig. More than 75 complete or nearly complete bones, accounting for 60-70 percent of the extinct mammal’s skeletal …

Another lawsuit will be filed on behalf of Flint residents in the city’s ongoing water crisis. The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan will announce details Tuesday morning, including identification of the potential defendants. The ACLU says the legal action is necessary because the water crisis can only exacerbate educational …

Not as many middle and high school students are taking part in after school activities according to a University of Michigan study. Health reporter Dr. Deanna Lites.

Honda is recalling some cars in the U.S. due to a parking brake problem. Here’s Autobeat Reporter Jeff Gilbert. TAffected owners will be notified and repairs will be free.

Tesla has delayed what it called a major announcement that was expected to come today. AutoBeat Reporter Jeff Gilbert says Tesla is about to face a lot more electric car competition, especially from European luxury brands.

Michigan’s Animals of Concern list has been updated to include five reptiles and amphibians. The Michigan Natural Resources Commission agreed last week to place the mudpuppy, Fowler’s toad, pickerel frog, Butler’s garter snake and smooth green snake on the list. It’s illegal to kill or trap those animals or remove …

An immature bald eagle was released back into the wild on Sunday. The eagle that was found was injured in Marquette and rehabilitated by Wings of Wonder, who was caring for the eagle for over a month. Rebecca Lessard Executive Director of Wings of Wonder says this has been one of their …

Today is the start of Operation Safe Drive week, when law enforcement across the country and right here in Michigan will be paying close attention to bad driving behavior. The focus is on awareness about the dangers of driving recklessly around commercials vehicles. Lt. Steven Horwood from the Michigan State …

Cyber security experts from across Michigan gather today for the North American International Cyber Summit. Governor Rick Snyder opens the summit at 8:30 this morning at Cobo Center in Detroit. Experts will be discussing cyber security issues impacting Michigan and the world in the areas of business, law enforcement, education …

A man from the Western Upper Peninsula took the top prize in the 39th annual Detroit Free Press/Talmer Bank Marathon in Detroit. Alan Peterson of Bessemer finished the race Sunday in 2 hours, 19 minutes, 20 seconds. Russia’s Lioudmila Kortchaguina is the women’s winner, crossing the finish line in 2 …