Local News

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  Fenton celebrates the Fourth with 33rd annual Freedom Festival
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  Saginaw raises 50 foot tall flag for Independence Day
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  Bicyclist killed in Pontiac hit-and-run; police seeking information

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  PHOTOS: NICU at Hurley Medical Center celebrates Independence Day
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  Flint celebrates Independence Day with 10th annual water festival
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  Bay City Fireworks Festival trailer catches fire, fireworks set off
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  MDOT lifts some travel restrictions to help with 4th of July traffic

Nation & World

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  Trump celebrates legislative victory with $4.5 trillion tax cut bill
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  23 children unaccounted for after severe flooding rips through summer camps
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  Hamas gives 'positive' response to ceasefire proposal, more talks needed before agreement

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  Business owners in Vermont shopping district demand changes to city policies
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  Poll: Dems’ National pride at all time low as America celebrates Independence Day
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  StormTrack 5 Meteorologist Kit Alexander explains why smoke lingers after firework shows
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  Vet shares tips to keep pets safe during Independence Day and avoid ER visits

Sports

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  Loons to host Tigers affiliate West Michigan Whitecaps for Fourth of July Weekend
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  South walks off North 3-2 in 10th annual High School Baseball Classic at Dow Diamond
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  Malik Beasley in high demand after career season, or are off-court issues a factor?

Money

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  Investing advice that Reddit got very wrong — or very right
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  I’m skipping Prime Day. Here’s where I shop instead to save
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  9 myths about home equity: What homeowners often get wrong

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  Mutual funds: What they are, popular types and who they’re best for
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  HELOCs and home equity loan rates flat for the week
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  What are the most expensive home maintenance costs in 2025?
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  Mortgage rates move down amid uncertainty

Crisis in the Classroom

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  Education scorecard reveals Michigan's struggle to rebound in reading post-pandemic
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  Report highlights teacher shortage impact on Michigan's impoverished students
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  California school district's LGBTQ+ guide raises parental concerns over content and intent

Connect to Congress

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  Long-shot impeachment effort divides Democrats in response to Trump
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  GOP lawmakers grill governors of NY, Illinois and Minnesota over 'sanctuary' policies
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  Dealmaking moderates in Congress keep showing themselves the door