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2 men, 1 woman killed in domestic violence incident, police shootout at Genesee County apartment complex
Two people and one suspect are dead in a domestic violence incident that escalated into a shootout with police at a Genesee County apartment complex on Tuesday night.
Defendant likely to avoid jail time in fire where Flint firefighter died
FLINT, MI – The man authorities arrested under suspicion that he started a fire where a Flint firefighter collapsed and died from a medical emergency will likely avoid any jail time after taking a plea in circuit court. Jabez Bobo, 22, pleaded no contest on Thursday, March 28, to...
Burlington Township fire chief dies unexpectedly
LAPEER COUNTY, Mich. (WJRT) - The Burlington Township Fire Department in Lapeer County is mourning the death of their fire chief, Mark Schank. Assistant Chief Jim Rye announced the passing of their fire chief on the Burlington Township Fire Department's Facebook page. Rye asks the public to keep his family...
The Rise of Online Shopping: A Shift in Consumer Behavior and Retail Strategy
FLINT, Mich.—More and more consumers are choosing the click of a button rather than a trip to the store when it comes to shopping. According to Chris Douglas, Economics Professor at U of M Flint, the trend towards online shopping has been accelerating for about 15 years, but it has significantly grown during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to a notable shift in consumer behavior and the retail industry.
Teen ordered to stand trial in homicide officials say sparked Flint gang war
FLINT, MI – It was quiet during the five-minute drive from the University Park neighborhood home the four men met at to the private studio at the corner of Martin Luther King and Pasadena avenues. The four men in the rental car – Demetrius McGlown, Marquaveonte Hemphill, Kiandre Cannon...
One man in critical condition following a crash in Burton
BURTON, Mich. (WJRT) - One person is in critical condition following a crash in Burton Wednesday morning. Just before 10 a.m., the Burton Police and Fire Departments were dispatched to Genesee Road and Court Street for an accident. When police arrived on the scene, they noticed a 2018 GMC Sierra...
Police asking for help in looking for missing Flint man
FLINT, Mich.—The man was last seen in November 2023. Anthony Sobricus Dixon also known as Breek was last seen leaving Hurley Hospital on November 23rd, 2023. The 61-year-old is described to be 6'1" and 170 lbs. with black eyes and a black short haircut. If you have any information...
Walmart unveils ‘Store of the Future’ shopping experience at mid-Michigan locations
Walmart was originally founded in 1962. Trying to stay ahead of changes in the retail industry, Walmart has been implementing new approaches to create seamless shopping experiences that save customers time and serve their needs -- whether they choose to shop in-store, online or via mobile. Now, Walmart is remodeling...
Flint nonprofit celebrates opening of new facility for community support
Flint, MI — Crossover Outreach, which has provided Flint and Genesee County, Mich. residents with resources since 1991, has reopened for client services and donations in its newly constructed building on Court Street. After being closed for four months during construction, Crossover staff members and volunteers announced that their...
Taste authentic Middle Eastern, Mediterranean flavors at new Genesee County market
GENESEE COUNTY, MI - From tasty shawarma to crispy falafel, this new market promises a taste of the Middle East right in the heart of mid-Michigan. Sahara Food opened last month at 5542 Fenton Road in Mundy Township, next door to the Magoo’s Pet Outlet. Its owner, Waleed Elshaarawi,...
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