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50-Year-Old Bay City Man Found Partially Submerged in Saginaw River in Zilwaukee Township
A 50-year-old Bay City man was found partially submerged in the Saginaw River in Zilwaukee Township on Thursday afternoon. The Saginaw County Medical Examiner will perform an autopsy to determine cause of death.
May 15, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - crime
Three Family Members Found Dead After Capsized Fishing Boat in Saginaw Bay
Three Whitmer family members from Beaverton were found dead after their fishing boat capsized in Saginaw Bay. The Coast Guard and Michigan DNR conducted a two-day search before locating the victims on Wednesday morning.
May 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Body Found Partially Submerged in Saginaw River Near Crow Island State Game Area
A 50-year-old Bay City man was found dead in the Saginaw River near Crow Island State Game Area. The Saginaw County Sheriff's Office said foul play is not believed to be a factor.
May 15, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
Saginaw District Elects Chedrick Greene to Michigan Senate, Preserving Democratic Majority
Chedrick Greene won the Michigan State Senate District 35 special election with 58.9% of the vote, preserving the Democratic majority in the state Senate and ending a 16-month vacancy in the Saginaw Bay-area district.
May 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Saginaw County Faces New Lawsuit Alleging Staff Sexually Abused Minors at Closed Juvenile Facility
Three former residents of a closed Saginaw County juvenile detention center filed a new lawsuit alleging staff sexually abused minors. The case brings the total number of plaintiffs suing Wolverine Human Services to at least 13 across three separate lawsuits.
June 29, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Saginaw Man Charged With Murder in January Beating Death of 49-Year-Old Neighbor
Marcelo F. Pilar, 21, of Saginaw Township was arraigned Monday and held without bond on charges of open murder and tampering with evidence in the January beating death of 49-year-old Armando Garcia Jr. Garcia's mother said she is praying for both families.
June 23, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - crime
Saginaw Woman Hospitalized After Four-Vehicle Crash That Killed Two Teens in Montcalm County
A Saginaw woman was hospitalized and two 17-year-olds were killed in a four-vehicle crash on M-46 in Montcalm County Thursday night. Michigan State Police believe alcohol was a factor.
June 21, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - politics
Saginaw: Man Who Stole 911 Dispatcher Truck and Gun Faces 14 Charges After Shooting at Mobile Home Park
Marcus C. Johnson faces 14 felony charges after allegedly stealing a 911 dispatcher's truck and handgun, then shooting into two homes at Lawndale Estates mobile home park in Saginaw Township. A 71-year-old man was wounded. Johnson was released from jail hours before the alleged crime.
June 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Saginaw Teen Faces $500,000 Bond After Shooting 25 Rounds Into Bridgeport Township Home With Assault Rifle
Christopher A. Aldridge-Hamilton, 18, of Saginaw faces felony charges after firing 25 rounds from an assault rifle into a Bridgeport Township home on Kansas Avenue. Judge set bond at $500,000.
June 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Saginaw Leader Welcomes Whitmer’s New Literacy Council as Michigan Ranks 44th in 4th Grade Reading
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced a new 16-member Every Child Reads Champions Council to address Michigan's 44th-place national ranking in 4th grade reading. Saginaw County literacy leaders say the move is long overdue.
June 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislature
Saginaw's Chedrick Greene Sworn Into Michigan Senate, Restoring Democrats' One-Seat Majority
Saginaw's Chedrick Greene was sworn into the Michigan Senate Thursday, restoring Democrats' one-seat majority and filling a seat vacant for more than a year. The fire captain and Marine veteran won the 35th District special election with nearly 60% of the vote.
May 26, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Saginaw State Senate Candidate Jason Tunney Sues Over Deepfake Videos as MSP Launches Probe
Saginaw Republican Jason Tunney sues former ally Jayden Scott for $25,000 over AI deepfake videos. Michigan State Police have opened a criminal investigation into the election interference.
May 25, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - budget
Saginaw Transit Faces 6% Cut If Michigan Legislature Does Not Increase State Bus Funding
Saginaw Transit Authority faces a potential 6% budget cut if the Michigan Legislature does not increase its proposed funding for public bus services. Advocates are pushing for $330 million in state bus funding, but the House has offered $25 million less than the Senate proposal.
May 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - police
Saginaw Police Rescue Woman From Burning Car After Crash On North Mason Street
Saginaw Police rescued a 24-year-old woman from a burning car after she crashed into a tree and another parked vehicle on North Mason Street. Officers broke out windows and a neighbor helped extinguish flames before firefighters arrived.
May 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Saginaw Families in Focus as Whitmer Unveils Michigan Poverty Task Force Report With 7 New Policy Recommendations
Governor Whitmer released the Michigan Poverty Task Force 2026 Report with seven new TANF reform recommendations and data showing 40 percent of Michiganders live at or below the threshold needed to cover basic expenses.
June 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - community
Driving Successful Lives Donates Buildable Saginaw Lot to Auto Accident Victim Pursuing Real Estate Dream
A national nonprofit charity donated a buildable lot in Saginaw to Walter, an unemployed auto accident victim whose lifelong dream has been to become a real estate investor. Driving Successful Lives made the donation after learning about his difficult circumstances and passion for real estate.
May 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - crime
Saginaw Skateboarder Dies After Being Hit by Truck in Early Morning Crash
A 22-year-old Saginaw skateboarder died on scene after being hit by a truck in an early morning crash near Davenport Avenue and No. Oakley Street.
May 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Saginaw Township Voters Reject $94.2M School Bond Proposal Amidst Heated Debate
Saginaw Township voters rejected a $94.2 million school bond proposal amid heated social media debates. The scaled-back request focused on essential safety and infrastructure improvements after previous proposals totaling nearly $400 million were rejected by voters.
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Three Candidates Battle for Open Michigan Senate Seat as Saginaw County Special Election Approaches
Three candidates will compete in Saginaw Countys May 5 special election for an open District 35 Michigan Senate seat as early voting begins April 25.
April 22, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Bay City Mayor Chris Girard Files for Michigan House Seat, Challenging Incumbent Timmy Beson
Bay City Mayor Chris Girard has filed for Michigan's 96th House District seat, challenging incumbent Republican Rep. Timmy Beson in a race focused on bridge accountability and community needs.
April 22, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Saginaw Readers: Michigan Raises Starting Pay for Upper Peninsula Prison Guards by $10,000
The Michigan Department of Corrections is raising starting pay for Upper Peninsula prison guards by about $10,000 a year. The increase is part of the state's Safe Prisons Initiative to combat chronic staffing shortages.
June 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislation
Saginaw on the Ballot: Michigan Lawmakers Push to End Elected University Boards in Bipartisan Overhaul
A bipartisan constitutional amendment would replace elected university boards at MSU, U of M, and Wayne State with gubernatorial appointments. The measure must pass the legislature by June 4 to reach the August primary ballot.
May 30, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - policy
bet365 Enters Michigan Market as Latest Online Sportsbook to Launch With Major Detroit Partnerships
bet365 launches online sportsbook and casino in Michigan with major Detroit sports partnerships, replacing PokerStars as the platform provider for Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians
April 28, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - government
Bangor Township Residents Vote on $9.3M Fire Station Bond That Would Replace Over 50-Year-Old Station
Bangor Township residents will vote on a $9.28 million bond to replace a fire station built in 1963 with a modern facility that would cost taxpayers about $75 annually per household.
April 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislature
Michigan Senate Bill Would Require Seniors 75 And Older To Retake Driving Tests Every Four Years
Senate Bill 847 would require Michigan drivers aged 75 to 84 to pass written, vision and driving skills tests every four years, while those 85 and older would face annual testing requirements in what would become the nation's toughest senior licensing laws.
April 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Senate Bill Would Require Regular Driving Tests for Seniors 75 and Older
Senate Bill 847 would require Michigan drivers 75 and older to pass regular in-person driving tests to renew their licenses, with annual requirements for those 85 and older. The proposal comes after a Novi woman was killed in a 2024 crash involving a 94-year-old driver.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - policy
The Village Network of Battle Creek Dissolves After Directing $1.25 Million to BIPOC Organizations
The Village Network of Battle Creek announced its dissolution after directing $1.25 million to BIPOC-led organizations and entrepreneurs. Dr. Nakita Baylis credited community leadership for the success of the work.
May 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - budget
Traverse City Commissioners Approve Performing Arts Venue Negotiations, Farmers Market Pavilion Construction
Traverse City commissioners approved contract negotiations with Studio Anatomy LLC for a performing arts venue in the Bijou by the Bay building and a $3.7 million farmers market pavilion despite zoning questions raised by two commissioners.
May 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Michigan Senator Proposes Toughest Senior Driver Testing Laws in Nation
Michigan Democratic state Sen. Rosemary Bayer introduced Senate Bill 847, which would require drivers over 75 to pass regular in-person road tests, creating the toughest senior driver testing laws in the nation.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources