Friday, July 3, 2026

Brighton's Annual Parade, Hungry Duck Run Kick Off Independence Day Celebrations

Countywide fireworks celebration in Howell Saturday night. Fowlerville's parade and fireworks Sunday.

Rep. Woolford: Budget Strengthens Oversight of Public Assistance

"While providing greater transparency with child care providers and the families they serve."

Rep. Bollin: New State Budget Delivers Accountability, Protects Taxpayers, Invests in MI’s Priorities

"Reflects a strong commitment to accountability, transparency, and protecting taxpayer dollars across state government."

MI Lawmakers Pass Bipartisan FY27 Budget

According to the governor's office, "the balanced, fiscally responsible budget totals $75.2 billion, including a general fund total of $14.1 billion and a school aid budget totaling $19.8 billion."

Thursday, July 2, 2026

23-Year-Old Worker Dies In Handy Township Trench Collapse

A 23-year-old man was killed Wednesday afternoon in a workplace accident at a commercial construction site in Handy Township.

Resolution Honoring Retired Green Oak Fire Chief Kevin Gentry

Green Oak Township’s beloved longtime - and now officially retired - fire chief was honored at Wednesday night’s Board of Trustees meeting.

Livingston County Democrats Remove Facebook Post With ‘8647’ Image

The AI-generated image showed the four former living presidents -- Joe Biden, Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton -- standing in a row wearing shirts with the numbers 8, 6, 4 and 7. Trump was shown in the background wearing an orange jumpsuit.

Community Ribbon-Cutting For New Fire & Ice Depot District

The City of Howell will host a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Fire & Ice Depot District on Monday, July 13th.

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Overturned Truck On Grand River At Latson Road

It happened around 4pm.

MI's Veterinarian Offers Tips for Animal Owners Over July 4th Holiday

According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, more animals go missing around July 4 than any other time of the year.

Judge Michael Warren Discusses Supreme Court Campaign, Judicial Philosophy On WHMI’s Meet The People

Genoa Township Supervisor Endorses Soucy For Clerk

In a social media post, Genoa Township Supervisor Kevin Spicher said he will be voting to retain Clerk Rick Soucy, saying Soucy was the “only township trustee” to step forward when former Clerk Janene Deaton resigned and interview for the position “at a time when the township needed stability.”

Howell Native Named '25 Navy Reserve Sailor of the Year

IS1 Derek S. Tessier selected from more than 12,000 eligible First Class Petty Officers.

Livingston County Among Those Reporting Cyclosporiasis Cases

Diarrheal illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanesis. U.S. outbreaks in recent years have occurred due to eating contaminated produce in the summer months.

Michigan State Police Compete In 13th Annual “Best Looking Cruiser Contest”

Public voting is open now through July 13th.

AAA: 2.6 Million Michiganders Expected To Travel For Fourth Of July Week

The Auto Club Group says holiday travel sets another record despite cooling growth.

Oakland County Sheriff's Office To Increase Lake Patrols This Holiday Weekend

It's part of the National “Operation Dry Water” Enforcement.

Michigan Lawmakers Miss School Budget Deadline, Again

Districts were forced to wait until Oct. 3 last year. Many had to take out loans and absorb the interest costs before a budget was passed.

MSP Brighton Post: Motocyclist Killed in Washtenaw County

Agency reminds motorists that motorcycles are out in greater numbers during the summer months.