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A cougar was hit by a vehicle in Michigan for the first time ever, according to state wildlife officials. The DNR confirmed the incident through DNA testing after a driver in Houghton County struck the animal.

More than 2,000 Michiganders have tested positive for C. auris since 2021. The drug-resistant fungus thrives in hospitals, lingers on surfaces, and carries a 30–60% mortality risk for vulnerable patients.

From classic anecdotes to unforgettable word scrambles, these are the biggest Free Beer highlights listeners loved.

Mammoth's 'The End,' the title track from their third album, is our pick for the No. 1 rock song of 2025. We spoke to Wolfgang Van Halen about the track.

Loudwire names "End of You," the collaboration between Poppy, Amy Lee and Courtney LaPlante, the Metal Song of the Year.

Get a closer look at the most popular touring acts of the millennium and which ones are keeping ticket prices low while others command a large amount.

Caro's own Gilbert Godinez turned a routine purchase into a remarkable story of luck and dreams fulfilled - a true Michigan lottery success!

After 100 days on strike, Genesys nurses and hospital leadership remain far apart at the bargaining table. Community support continues to grow as negotiations slowly move forward.

Eighteen coworkers in Grand Blanc hit a $1 million Powerball prize through their office lottery pool. The ticket matched five white balls in the August 20 drawing, marking a big win for the Michigan Lottery club.

Sharon Osbourne revealed her initial intent on how to address Roger Waters' public diss of Ozzy after his death.

In a startling scene at Belleville High, a teacher was attacked by a student, and the video is stirring up strong reactions across social media.