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Northeast Michigan hit with another ice storm

Alpena mayor calls for community support as cleanup efforts begin

Sault Ste. Marie Resumes Municipal Services After Winter Storm

City crews continue snow removal operations as community facilities reopen

Michigan Rivers Rise as Winter Storm Raises Flood Risk

Flood warnings issued for four rivers as precipitation adds to wet, frozen conditions

Senators Demand Answers from National Weather Service After Deadly Tornadoes

Slotkin and Peters seek information on why no tornado watch was issued before storms hit Michigan

Major Storm Leaves Over 131,000 Without Power in Northern Michigan

Consumers Energy deploys hundreds of crews to restore electricity after winter storm hits the region.

Northern Michigan Buried Under Devastating Winter Storm

Tens of thousands remain without power after Sunday's blizzard brought feet of snow and ice across the region.

Northern Michigan Forests Hit by Second Blizzard in a Year

Severe ice storm causes widespread damage to trees and wildlife habitats in the region.

Michigan Blizzard Leaves Some UP Side Roads 'Completely Impassable'

Authorities advise residents to stay home as heavy snow and downed trees block roads across northern Michigan

Man Survives Being Swept Off Pier in Southwest Michigan

New Buchanan ball field and tornado drill also in the news

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for West Michigan

Snowfall, strong winds, and treacherous travel conditions expected through Tuesday

Ice Storm and High Winds Batter Northern Michigan

Widespread power outages impact over 110,000 homes and businesses

Blizzard Conditions Batter Midwest

Heavy snow and high winds disrupt travel in Michigan's Upper Peninsula

Severe Weather Batters Midwest, Threatens East Coast

Heavy snow, high winds, and the threat of thunderstorms and tornadoes impact large swaths of the U.S.

Man Swept Off Lake Michigan Pier by Huge Wave

Quick-thinking bystanders rescue man after he's knocked into frigid waters

Severe Weather Batters Midwest and East as Storms Threaten

Blizzards, high winds, and flooding impact travel and power across multiple states

Highway 17 Closed in Both Directions Due to Weather

Closure affects travel between Sault Ste. Marie and Thessalon

Deadly Tornadoes Hit Great Lakes Region Early This Year

Experts say unusual storm patterns have brought powerful twisters farther north than usual in March

Severe Weather Slams Midwest, Threatens East Coast

Heavy snow, high winds, and tornado risk disrupt travel and power across the U.S.

Wind Advisory Issued for Southeast Michigan

Gusts up to 50 mph expected on Sunday

Huntington Woods Public Works Supervisor Killed by Falling Limb

Doug Chmiel died while clearing storm-damaged streets, leaving behind a wife and three young children.