Southeast Michigan faced destructive tornado 130 years ago this week
A destructive tornado struck part of Southeast Michigan 130 years ago this week, the Oakland County Emergency Management agency said.
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A destructive tornado struck part of Southeast Michigan 130 years ago this week, the Oakland County Emergency Management agency said.
Officials say a tornadic waterspout briefly touched down on Big Bradford Lake in Waters in southern Otsego County.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer plans to file a major disaster declaration application with federal officials over April's severe weather.
Veterans Memorial Ice Arena in Ann Arbor will not be open for the 2026-27 season because of tornado damage.
Officials say the EF-0 tornado on April 24 lasted 1 minute at 65 mph and traveled 0.1 miles.
The city of Ann Arbor says it's done everything in its power to secure state or FEMA relief for tornado damage repairs.
Crews will be knocking door to door, assessing the damage in hopes of getting the state and federal emergency declarations for Ann Arbor, which could help residents pay for repairs.
On Friday, Allen Park Police Chief Eron Feltz issued an apology, saying the city's warning system failed when residents needed it most.
This past week has been a wild one in the weather department.
Nine tornadoes have been confirmed so far from the Tuesday night / early Wednesday severe weather outbreak in Michigan.
NWS says the EF-1 tornado touched down where Jackson Avenue and I-94 meet before continuing east on a 1.7-mile-long path of destruction.
A tornado has been confirmed in Branch County, adding to those already reported from the April 14-15 severe weather outbreak.
The National Weather Service confirmed on Wednesday that EF-1 tornadoes touched down in Lincoln Park and Ann Arbor during the overnight storms.
This is the second state of emergency that Whitmer has declared in the last week.
A marginal risk of severe weather exists Monday night with potential for large hail and gusty winds. Tuesday is a NEXT Weather Alert Day as the latest Storm Prediction Center Day 3 outlook shows a slight risk (2/5) for severe weather for all of lower Michigan.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer requested a major disaster declaration from President Donald Trump after tornadoes in Branch, Cass and St. Joseph counties killed four people and destroyed homes and businesses.
Michigan's U.S. Senators have requested a response within 30 days from the National Weather Service.
Strong to possibly severe thunderstorms are expected across Southeast Michigan, beginning Tuesday night.
Students in Union City, Michigan, raised $7,500 to bring Duke the dog to the school district long before the city was struck by a deadly tornado.
Here's how to keep yourself and your family safe when tornadoes threaten Southeast Michigan.
After severe weather and tornadoes in Southwest Michigan left four people dead and many others working to pick up the pieces, experts want impacted residents to be wary of scams.
Support is coming in from far and wide to respond to the disaster since Friday's fatal storms.
No tornado watch was issued for Michigan on Friday, even though the NWS later determined a supercell spun out four tornadoes.
Michigan State Police provided about 3 minutes of video showing aerial scenes from the tornado damage on Friday in Southwest Michigan.
One man and two women were killed in Branch County, and a 12-year-old boy was killed in Cass County, as tornadoes struck Southwest Michigan on Friday.
Eastbound lanes of I-94 at Chalmers were closed early Friday as Michigan State Police investigated a freeway shooting incident.
Across Metro Detroit, from Allen Park to Dearborn Heights and Westland to Madison Heights, many residents have had frustrations with Priority Waste.
Crews in Lapeer County, Michigan, responded to a massive fire at the Pallets N More facility on Thursday.
School officials say "additional security measures" will be in place during the graduation ceremony.
A Metro Detroit man and former leader of a notorious motorcycle club has started a nonprofit organization for at-risk youth after serving more than a decade in prison.
Michigan Democrats are demanding that President Trump allow the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge across the Detroit River.
Dylan Larkin, captain of the Detroit Red Wings, has requested a trade from the team, ESPN NHL insider Emily Kaplan said on Thursday afternoon.
The eight-foot dinghy that Brian Hooker says he and his wife, Lynette Hooker, were aboard when she disappeared in early April was seized by U.S. Coast Guard investigators.
A Michigan father has been charged in a fatal Thanksgiving Day head-on crash that resulted in the death of his 5-year-old daughter.
A man was critically injured in the aftermath of a crash Thursday in Detroit during which a vehicle ended up on top of two parked vehicles.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
If you are planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, remember that the cost of gas this year is noticeably higher than last year.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
Stephen Colbert, former host of "The Late Show," is helping raise money for the Michigan nonprofit Monroe Community Media after appearing on a broadcast of the organization's community access program "Only in Monroe" earlier this month.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
For three days, Detroit is the epicenter of techno music with this Memorial Day weekend tradition, and the music lovers made sure to attend the final day of the Movement Festival on Monday.
The eight-foot dinghy that Brian Hooker says he and his wife, Lynette Hooker, were aboard when she disappeared in early April was seized by U.S. Coast Guard investigators.
Senate Republicans passed funding for the Department of Homeland Security's immigration enforcement agencies following a "vote-a-rama." The measure didn't ban the administration's "anti-weaponization" fund.
From a Dearborn Heights caterer sending personal savings to a Troy woman supporting displaced relatives, metro Detroit's Lebanese American community is mobilizing financial support as the conflict in Lebanon displaces more than 1 million people.
At least 207 people have been killed since the Trump administration began targeting those it calls "narcoterrorists" in September.
Troy Melton allowed only two runs over a career-long eight innings, Dillon Dingler drove in four runs and the Detroit Tigers finished off a three-game sweep of the Tampa Bay Rays with a 7-2 victory.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the two people are accused of providing federal authorities with false statements after arriving at the McNamara Terminal on Jan. 25, 2026.
West Nile virus has been detected among mosquitoes in two locations near Grand Rapids, the Kent County Health Department said.
A Northville dentist is facing 43 felony charges in an alleged Medicaid fraud scheme.
Michigan lawmakers are considering bills to allow doctors to prescribe life-ending medication to terminally ill patients.
The tentative agreement means roughly 300,000 Blue Cross members will continue receiving care at Michigan Medicine facilities as in-network services.
Dylan Larkin, captain of the Detroit Red Wings, has requested a trade from the team, ESPN NHL insider Emily Kaplan said on Thursday afternoon.
Detroit Lions rookie wide receiver Kendrick Law is out for the season with a torn knee ligament.
Robert Thompson, a sophomore at Walled Lake Western High School, examined how pressure can affect athletes' mental health and created an award-winning public service announcement.
Troy Melton allowed only two runs over a career-long eight innings, Dillon Dingler drove in four runs and the Detroit Tigers finished off a three-game sweep of the Tampa Bay Rays with a 7-2 victory.
Gleyber Torres hit a leadoff homer, Wenceel Pérez and Riley Greene also went deep and the Detroit Tigers routed the Tampa Bay Rays 8-0.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
Life Directions has been helping guide and mentor young people in Detroit.
Across Metro Detroit, from Allen Park to Dearborn Heights and Westland to Madison Heights, many residents have had frustrations with Priority Waste. It got so bad in St. Clair Shores that the city voted to use another provider.
Heat and humidity will climb Friday before rain returns in the evening.
A man was critically injured after a crash Thursday in Detroit during which a vehicle ended up on top of two parked vehicles, the fire department said.
A Dollar Tree store that is planned for a vacant lot in Birmingham, Michigan, has gotten some mixed reactions from residents.
The Detroit Lions are into their second week of organized team activities. Meanwhile, rookie wide receiver Kendrick Law suffered a torn ACL, putting him out for the rest of the season.