Winter Storm May Complicate Thanksgiving Travel Across Michigan

Holiday travelers in Michigan could face difficult road conditions this week as a powerful winter storm threatens heavy snowfall, strong winds and possible travel hazards, especially in northern areas of the state. A Winter Storm Watch is in effect through Thanksgiving Day for the western and central Upper Peninsula, where up to two feet of snow is possible. High winds are also expected.
 

In the Northern Lower Peninsula, snowbelt counties are under a watch from Wednesday through Friday, with forecasters predicting 5 to 9 inches of snow. Here in the Lansing region, forecasters expect rain, snow showers and high winds Wednesday and Thursday, but no significant accumulation yet. Meteorologists are monitoring the possibility of weekend snowfall in the region, with temperatures expected to drop into the 20s by the middle of next week.
 

Holiday Reminder After DUI Chase on I-96

Just ahead of the Thanksgiving season, Livingston County authorities are sharing a warning after a dangerous DUI encounter on November 21. Deputies found 44-year-old Eric Stein asleep at the wheel on I-96 in Brighton, with his car in drive and his foot on the brake. When deputies tried to wake him, he refused to cooperate, hit the gas and pushed a patrol car into oncoming traffic, officials said.  Fortunately, no one was hurt. Deputies released dash camera video to remind residents not to drink and drive during the holidays.
 

Teen Injured in Shooting at Christmas Tree Lighting

Police are searching for a suspect following a Sunday night shooting at the Partridge Creek mall in Clinton Township during a Christmas tree lighting event. A teenager was injured but is expected to recover. Investigators believe the incident was isolated.
 

GM Announces $550M Investment in Michigan, Ohio Plants

General Motors plans to invest $550 million into its production facilities, including $300 million for the Romulus Propulsion Systems plant in Michigan and $250 million for the Parma Metal Center in Ohio. The investments are aimed at strengthening component production to support increased vehicle output in 2027.
 

Free Thanksgiving Dinners Across Mid-Michigan

Food banks statewide will benefit from nearly $300,000 donated by ITC Michigan, with the Greater Lansing Food Bank among seven organizations receiving funding through the company’s Greater Giving program.
 

Several locations across the Lansing region will offer free Thanksgiving meals on Thursday, including:

• Cristo Rey Community Center (Lansing)
• Mason-Holt Eagles (Mason/Holt area)
• Williamston United Methodist Church
• Blondie’s Barn (Haslett)