Latest local news, weather and high school sports for Flint and the Tri-cities

Yesterday at 7:36 PM  A 14-year old Otter Lake boy is dead and his father is recovering after their boat capsized in the Saginaw Bay.

Yesterday at 7:28 PM  Communities in Saginaw and Midland counties affected by heavy flooding in April and May will get some federal help to rebuild roads and bridges and other public infrastructure.

Yesterday at 7:11 PM  It's a scene Mid-Michigan residents are revisiting after severe weather put them to the test again yesterday afternoon. The National Weather Service says no tornado touched down but Genesee County residents say Mother Nature gave them a run for their money.

Yesterday at 4:08 PM  Michigan utilities could add up to a $1 surcharge to electric bills to provide heating assistance to low-income customers under legislation headed to the governor's desk.

Monday, June 17, 2013  Showers and storms continue throughout today and through tonight as well.

Monday, June 17, 2013  A cold front will provide a risk for thunderstorms this afternoon. A few could be strong to severe, but a widespread severe weather event is not expected. Click on the video for details.

Sunday, June 16, 2013  There is a Severe Thunderstorm Warning in effect for Alcona County until 8:45 tonight.

Friday, June 14, 2013  Expect a lot of sunshine today with high pressure keeping things quiet. Scattered showers return over the weekend. Click on the video for details.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  Call it a "sign" of the times. Signage representing a century-old banking institution in the heart of Flint is replaced.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  UPDATE: The victim has been identified as James Owens.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  Scattered showers this morning will give way to partly cloudy skies this afternoon. Highs will be a little below average for this time of year.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  The average food stamp budget is $31.50, or $4.50 a day.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  Former police officer says Santa Monica gunman had been mentally evaluated

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  These are the 16th and 17th homicides of the year for the City of Saginaw.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  A brewing threat from Iowa to Mid-Atlantic expected to bring massive thunderstorms, high winds, hail, and a rare event known as a derecho.