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Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd is now running for Michigan Attorney General, he announced Tuesday. wlns.com/your-local-ele…

WLNS's tweet card. LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd is now running for Michigan Attorney General, he announced Tuesday. He joins Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald, former United…

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A bipartisan group of lawmakers is calling for an overhaul of the nation's organ transplant system after investigators uncovered what they describe as “horrifying” failures in patient safety and oversight. wlns.com/news/washingto…

WLNS's tweet card. A bipartisan group of lawmakers is calling for a sweeping overhaul of the United States’ organ transplant system after a federal investigation uncovered what they describe as “horrifying” failures …

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For those in the Midwest and across the Corn Belt, the high humidity can be attributed in part to the plethora of corn (and other crops) growing in the region — via "corn sweat." wlns.com/top-stories/ho…

WLNS's tweet card. Forget the dog days of summer — it’s corn sweat season.

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"To mow 50 yards for people who can't afford it, like the elderly, veterans, people in the line of duty,” said Carson MacArthur, a 13-year-old boy from Charlotte on a mission to give back to the community. wlns.com/news/mid-michi…

WLNS's tweet card. CHARLOTTE, Mich. (WLNS) — A young boy is vowing to mow 50 lawns, all for free, but he has a specific clientele in mind. He’s looking for people who can’t do it themselves. For some kids, they’d be…

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Tonight, leaders from a new church in Dimondale plan to fight to keep its doors open. wlns.com/news/dimondale…

WLNS's tweet card. DIMONDALE, Mich. (WLNS) — Tonight, leaders from a new church in Dimondale plan to fight to keep its doors open. The owners of the Sanctum of One God Church at the Tarrington will be speaking …

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How much do you like Vernors? A Michigan state representative wants to make the ginger soda the official state beverage. wlns.com/top-stories/ve…

WLNS's tweet card. LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — How much do you like Vernors? A Michigan state representative wants to make the ginger soda the official state beverage. Tuesday, State Rep. Jason Woolford (R-Howell) …

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MSU researchers discovered a new species of cockroach. wlns.com/news/msu-resea…

WLNS's tweet card. LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — A team of researchers at Michigan State University have discovered a new species of cockroach. This is the first time a species from this family has been found in the …

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Forty-four years ago, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne got engaged in Michigan. wlns.com/news/key-momen…

WLNS's tweet card. Forty-four years ago, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne got engaged in Michigan.

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Two teens have been charged after a 26-year-old man was shot and injured during a Saturday robbery in Lansing. wlns.com/news/two-teens…

WLNS's tweet card. LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Two teens have been charged after a 26-year-old man was shot and injured during a Saturday robbery in Lansing. The Ingham County Prosecutors’ Office reports that one o…

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Many reusable menstrual products that have gained increasing popularity among teens are packed with toxic “forever chemicals,” a new study has found. wlns.com/top-stories/sc…

WLNS's tweet card. Many reusable menstrual products that have gained increasing popularity among teens are packed with toxic “forever chemicals,” a new study has found.

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Two men from Michigan died in a plane crash in Lowell. wlns.com/top-stories/tw…

WLNS's tweet card. Two men killed in a fiery plane crash near Lowell Monday were from the northeastern Lower Peninsula.

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A state representative has received authorization from the legislature to subpoena the DNR, the director of the state health department, and Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. wlns.com/capital-rundow…

WLNS's tweet card. LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Michigan House Oversight Committee Chair and State Rep. Jay DeBoyer (R-Clay Township) has received authorization from the committee to subpoena the Michigan Department of Na…

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With temperatures expected to reach into the high 80s and low 90s over the next few days, the City of Lansing is implementing its Code Red Extreme Weather Plan. wlns.com/news/lansing-i…

WLNS's tweet card. LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — With temperatures expected to reach into the high 80s and low 90s over the next few days, the City of Lansing is implementing its Code Red Extreme Weather Plan. Lansing has …

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18-year-old Josiah Cain has been charged in a shooting at a party that sent a 15-year-old girl to the hospital over the weekend. wlns.com/top-stories/18…

WLNS's tweet card. LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — 18-year-old Josiah Cain has been charged in a shooting at a party that sent a 15-year-old girl to the hospital over the weekend. According to the Lansing Police Depart…

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Rock legend Ozzy Osbourne has died, according to reports. wlns.com/top-stories/oz…

WLNS's tweet card. His family said he passed away Tuesday morning.

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Michigan Court of Appeals affirms constitutionality of anti-terrorism law. wlns.com/news/michigan/…

WLNS's tweet card. LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — The Michigan Court of Appeals has affirmed that the state’s anti-terrorism laws are constitutional. The court held that the law, which criminalizes making terror…

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Dean Transportation is holding a hiring event today until 7 p.m. and is making offers on the spot. wlns.com/top-stories/de…

WLNS's tweet card. LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Dean Transportation is hosting a hiring event today, July 22. The company hires drivers and bus monitors for the Lansing School District and Ingham Intermediate School…

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The event, marking its 20th anniversary, accepts SNAP Bridge Cards and Double Up Food Bucks. Additional dates are set for August 26 and September 23. wlns.com/news/lansings-…

WLNS's tweet card. LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)– The farmers market is back on the Capitol lawn! Community members can shop locally with 60 Michigan farmers and vendors and enjoy music performances from the Lansing Sy…

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If you're looking for a new ride - you might want to check this out! wlns.com/automotive/bes…

WLNS's tweet card. (TestMiles) – As car prices rise and EV incentives shrink, new cars under $30,000 are becoming unicorns rare but real. This summer, buyers still have exciting options that are high in value a…

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In 2024, Americans racked up more than $1.3 trillion in credit card debt, WalletHub says. wlns.com/top-stories/wh…

WLNS's tweet card. LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — In 2024, Americans racked up more than $1.3 trillion in credit card debt, WalletHub says. WalletHub, a personal finance company, reports that this debt is not distributed ev…

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