The Latest Breaking News from Michigan

Mysterious parasite outbreak in US sickens 300 people: Check Cyclospora symptoms, treatment and precautions you sould take

Cyclospora infection symptoms: A widespread foodborne parasite outbreak, Cyclospora, has impacted at least 145 people across 17 US states, with a separate surge in Michigan sickening over 150. Health officials are investigating a potential domestically sourced contaminated food product, as infections are typically linked to international travel. Symptoms include prolonged…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

Ballotpedia tracks highest midyear recall activity since 2014; Michigan leads with 108 officials targeted

In 2026, Ballotpedia tracked the highest number of officials targeted for recall at midyear since 2014. Between Jan. 1 and June 30, 2026, 205 recall efforts were launched against 329 elected officials across 26 states.

Ballotpedia · Jun 30

Michigan woman’s babysitting shift was supposed to end at 5 pm. Then the parents message that they aren’t coming back because the casino has a deal

"We aren’t coming."

We Got This Covered · Jun 30

Michigan music festival employee discovers dead newborn baby dumped in porta-potty

Cops are asking attendees for any information to understand what happened.

We Got This Covered · Jun 29

‘They don’t take the kids to the doctor’: Michigan parents charged with murder after their 7-year-old child dies weighing 255 pounds

They consulted a vet for the dog, but chose not to seek medical advice for their children.

We Got This Covered · Jun 29

Newborn baby found dead in portable bathroom at Michigan music festival

Organizers of the four-day Electric Forest festival are appealing for attenders to come forward with information

The Guardian - US · Jun 29

Newborn baby found dead in portable restroom at music festival in Michigan

Body found at annual Electric Forest gathering of EDM revellers in Rothbury, northwest of Grand Rapids

The Independent UK · Jun 29

Grim Autopsy Details Torture As Morbidly Obese Seven-Year-Old Boy Weighing More Than Two Grown Men Suffers Fatal Agony

A Michigan couple faces murder and child abuse charges after their seven-year-old son died from heart failure linked to extreme obesity, highlighting severe neglect and household dysfunction.

International Business Times UK · Jun 27

My First $1 Million: Retired High School Teacher, 55, Midland County, Michigan

"It wasn't like there was some surprise when we hit $1 million — we slowly and steadily saw it coming."

Kiplinger · Jun 27

Michigan parents charged with murder in death of seven-year-old son weighing 250lbs

Authorities say couple failed to take young boy to doctor and did not provide safe environment at home

The Guardian - US · Jun 26