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Yesterday at 9:34 PM  Each and everyday at the press briefings you see familiar faces and you hear from most of them, but the one person you don't hear from is coming across loud and clear for the deaf community in Colorado Springs.

Friday, June 14, 2013  Man's best friend is joining a group of bronze statues at Swartz Creek's cherished veterans memorial downtown.  The Swartz Creek Area Veterans Memorial Committee unveiled a sixth and final statue of a military dog during a special dedication ceremony on Friday. The statue was modeled after Ike, the K-9 officer with the Swartz Creek police department.

Friday, June 07, 2013  This year, for many Flint students and teachers the last day of school is mixed with a tinge of sadness.

Wednesday, June 05, 2013  More violence in Flint after a man, police say, pulled a gun on two state troopers. It happens on the heels of a new FBI report about crime.

Thursday, May 30, 2013  After fears the Buena Vista School District would not reopen after money troubles today marks a positive step for the district.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  Following Tuesday nights' tornado and storm damage, area supply stores report they are armed and ready with sump pumps, flashlights, chain saws and generators to handle the anticipated rush.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Residents are shocked after finding out at least ten bronze grave markers are missing from Gracelawn Cemetery in Flint.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  School could be back in session in the Buena Vista school district, after the school board approved two items Tuesday night.

Monday, May 13, 2013  May is 'Love Your City Month' and thanks sizeable grant, the City of Flint is now helping community groups tidy up 20 city blocks, by focusing on trash and brush pick up.

Monday, April 29, 2013  As part of Sexual Assault Awareness month a local organization is telling women, “It's time to talk about it.” The YWCA of Greater Flint invited the community to the Speak up, Speak out event Monday to empower victims and survivors to fight back against sexual assault.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  There are about 50,000 individuals in Michigan living with autism.  Until late 2012, insurance companies denied coverage for evidence-based treatments for autism spectrum disorders.  Insurance reform is expected to save the state billions of dollars as autistic children are able to get the treatment they need to become independent citizens.