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Today at 8:30 AM  President Barack Obama vigorously defended the surveillance programs in a lengthy interview Monday, calling them transparent — even though they are authorized in secret.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  Dozens of law enforcement officers, health care providers and victim advocates convened in Genesee County Thursday for a one-day summit to address the growing problem of elder abuse.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  In nearly two months, more than 53,000 people will descend on downtown Flint for the Crim Festival of Races and there are some notable changes to the tradition this year.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  Pickleball takes off in U.S., local event planned.

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.

Thursday, June 06, 2013  Court allows girls of all ages to buy generic morning-after pill while government appeals

Sunday, June 02, 2013  Dozens of dogs and cats have new forever homes after an adoption challenge that kicked off in Midland this weekend.

Thursday, May 23, 2013  Teen birth rates dip in all but 2 states, national figure at record low, CDC report says

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Once the girl with the Billy Bob tattoo, Jolie now inspires with mastectomy revelation

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Lawmakers outraged over another military sex case involving someone assigned to prevent sexual assault.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Top Boston cop to tell Congress he's OK with more cameras, not 'police state,' after bombings

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Judge in New York rips government for opposing his order giving broader access to morning-after pill

Friday, May 03, 2013  The Dow Event Center hosted one of hundreds of job fairs across the country as part of the national Hiring our Heroes push by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  Wary world cities expand security, look to quell jitters in wake of blasts at Boston Marathon

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  To call the Flint fire chief's job a challenge is an understatement. But on his second day, newly-appointed Chief David Cox, Jr., said he's up for it.