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

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  County will apply for state and federal funds due to flooding.

Thursday, April 18, 2013  The city of Alma has declared a state of emergency due to flooding. The Pine River is currently at 10.15 feet. City officials say the river will crest at about 12 feet on Saturday.

Thursday, February 07, 2013  Gov. Rick Snyder is calling for additional state funding to put more Michigan State Police Troopers on the streets.

Friday, January 25, 2013  A man suspected of trying to rob a bank in Flint was shot and killed by a security guard this morning.

Tuesday, August 14, 2012  The potential to have the Saginaw County Sheriff's Department take over police operations for the city of Saginaw is drawing protests from citizens.

Wednesday, August 08, 2012  Flint police have released the names of two men who were shot and killed at their Flint home over the weekend after a woman reported being stabbed during a home invasion.

Friday, April 06, 2012  On Friday, Camel and Parishioners on Patrol invited boys and girls from across the city to spend the night at the YMCA of Saginaw. They'll have the run of the place from the pool to the teen lounge. Speakers will encourage them to confront violence and become agents of positive change.

Tuesday, March 27, 2012  A shopping event is being organized to provide a boost to businesses in a Michigan village that was hit by a tornado this month.

Thursday, March 15, 2012  Certain teens behind the wheel could be barred from using cell phones while driving under legislation approved by the Michigan Senate.

Wednesday, January 25, 2012  Streetscape project has some business owners worried

Thursday, September 15, 2011  The 100 days of non-violence campaign will kick off next month, but area pastors are already getting the word out.

Tuesday, June 21, 2011  Chamber Vice President Sandy Miller was not shy as she gushed about her town.  "It just has a real community feel to it here," she said, "everyone is so community spirited."

Sunday, May 08, 2011  MDOT is bringing $109 million in improvements over the next give years, including road projects in thirteen Mid-Michigan counties.

Friday, May 06, 2011  Police say one victim was shot in the chest, and another victim was possibly shot in the head.

Tuesday, February 01, 2011  Colossal storm roars through heartland, delivers paralyzing punch of ice, snow and bitter cold.