TextSpot, a Grand Rapids company, blocked a racist text message and traced the sender's IP to Philadelphia, aiding federal and state investigations into racist mass-texts.

A strike at Michigan Medicine was averted as the hospital reached an MOU with its health care workers union, addressing issues such as pay and training.

Nazi demonstrators protested outside a performance of "The Diary of Anne Frank" in Livingston County, carrying Nazi flags and chanting offensive slogans.

Caledonia High School revealed a new Veterans Memorial, initiated by former student Brody Woodwyk, featuring stories of local veterans on an interactive screen.

Metro Detroit honored veterans with ceremonies and deals on Veterans Day, featuring tributes, memorials, a flyover, and luncheons, as well as discounts and freebies for veterans at local businesses and restaurants.

Allegiant Air pilots, part of Teamsters Union, are pushing for industry-standard contracts and have authorized a potential strike amid ongoing negotiations regarding work conditions.

Governor Whitmer of Michigan has launched the state's 3rd annual turkey-naming contest for Thanksgiving, inviting the public to submit creative suggestions before November 12th.

Black students in the US received racist texts threatening them to return to slavery; one incident affected Michigan high schoolers. The FBI and local authorities are investigating.

A former employee won a $13 million lawsuit for religious discrimination after being fired by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for not complying with their vaccine policy.

Stellantis is laying off 400 workers at its Detroit parts logistics facility as it transitions operations to a third party, amid broader industry challenges.

The Salvation Army in Grand Rapids launches its Red Kettle campaign with music and aims to support local aid programs through kettle donations and volunteers.

Dearborn, Michigan, launches its first Coffee Week with events, including tastings and live music, to celebrate local coffee culture from Nov. 8-15, in collaboration with DDAs.

Michigan Gaming Control Board authorized BetMGM for multi-state internet poker, allowing Michigan players to join those in New Jersey. BetMGM now offers a variety of poker games and promotes responsible gaming.