Michigan

TL/DR - NMU's Annual Writing Contests provide a platform for undergraduate English majors to gain recognition and monetary rewards for their writing. The contests include a range of categories from poetry to modern issues, with cash prizes ranging from $100 to $500, and the winning pieces are posted on the NMU English department's website. The…

TL/DR - A man with a loaded handgun entered the Marquette Police Department, demanding to speak with an officer. The situation was deescalated after an hour of negotiation and the suspect was taken into custody. Officers involved in the incident were awarded meritorious service awards in recognition for their handling of the situation. Man…

TL/DR - A sweepstakes is open to Michigan residents who are 18 years or older, offering an opportunity to win a Family Four Pack to the Grand Rapids Gold game on February 11 at the Van Andel Arena. The Family Four Pack includes four tickets and a $20 concession voucher, with three winners being randomly selected. The sweepstakes runs from January…

TL/DR - A 20-year-old man from Grand Rapids was found dead from a gunshot wound in a vehicle by the Kentwood Police Department. The police were responding to a welfare check in the 5900 block of Wing Avenue. The investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been made yet, with the police also stating that there are no other known victims.…