Legislators should consider impact tax decisions have on families
As my family and many others across Michigan file our taxes, we’re noticing something: Our taxes are going up. Gov. Rick Snyder and Republicans in Lansing are raising our taxes and taking money out of...
View ArticleHolocaust victims to be remembered during annual memorial service
Survivors of the Holocaust in Ann Arbor will present a Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah) memorial service on April 8 at the Jewish Community Center. Digital artist Miriam Brysk uses images of...
View ArticleMen accused of shooting at vehicle with 4 children inside in court Tuesday
The men accused of shooting at a vehicle with four small children in it on Feb. 16 will return to court for a preliminary exam Tuesday.Jason MaylebenCourtesy of WCSO Michael Haywood, 24, and Jason...
View ArticleSuperior Township family to travel to D.C. for White House Easter Egg Roll
Cristy Cardinal and Melanie Hagan with two of their children.Courtney Sacco I AnnArbor.com Cristy Cardinal, who lives in Superior Township with her family, had never heard of the White House Easter...
View ArticleBicyclist struck by car in Salem Township
A 39-year-old South Lyon man was struck by a car earlier this afternoon. His condition at this time in not known. The accident occurred around 1 p.m. when a driver, also from South Lyon, was heading...
View ArticleAnn Arbor residents come out of hibernation for first glimpse of spring
Bicyclists, runners, walkers, and more are making the most of today's sunny conditions with temperatures peaking in the mid-50's. "It makes you think of spring," said Ann Arbor resident Donna Puehler....
View ArticleRoberto Clemente staff speaks out against proposed move to Pioneer High...
Former Roberto Clemente student Jaylevon Ginyard-Johnson, then 16, reads from a textbook during an African American studies summer school class.Photo by Melanie Maxwell for AnnArbor.comEditor's note:...
View ArticleHollander's Kitchen Store in Kerrytown closing at end of May
Tom Hollander, owner of the Hollander's in Ann Arbor's Kerrytown, said he will be closing the Hollander's Kitchen Store at the end of May. Hollander's, located in Ann Arbor's Kerrytown, will be...
View ArticleFamilies celebrate Easter all day Saturday with egg hunts and visits from...
Many Washtenaw County residents enjoyed the weather and Easter celebrations in a number of locations on Saturday. The morning began with an Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast at Vineyard Church....
View ArticleMichigan wins record 12th national championship in men's swimming and diving
Michigan celebrates winning the the NCAA men's college swimming and diving championships in Indianapolis, Saturday, March 30, 2013.Associated PressINDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Your move Michigan men's...
View ArticleMichigan hockey team says future is bright heading into next season
The Michigan hockey team celebrates a goal at Joe Louis Arena during its semifinal game Saturday against Miami.Daniel Brenner | AnnArbor.com The Michigan hockey team may not have qualified for the...
View ArticleDeadline nears for Young Citizen of the Year nominations
2012 winner: Young Citizen of the Year Aaron Mukerjee strives to help others and make a difference AnnArbor.com is accepting nominations for the 2013 Young Citizen of the Year Award through April 1....
View ArticleDoes Washtenaw County need to attract a major corporate headquarters?
Global pizza delivery chain Domino's Pizza is headquartered in Ann Arbor Township, where it employs between 550 and 600 people.Melanie Maxwell | AnnArbor.com file photoIs attracting a major corporate...
View ArticleAnn Arbor debt collection software company sees growth, expands into rental...
HealPay co-founder Erick Bzovi, co-founder and CTO Lancelot Carlson and front-end developer Hakki Tomanbay pose for a photograph in their downtown Ann Arbor office. Melanie Maxwell | AnnArbor.com...
View ArticleAATA garners national attention for ridership gains with more than 6.6...
The Ann Arbor Transportation Authority has set a new record with a more than 6.6 million rides clocked in calendar year 2012. According to new report by the American Public Transportation Association,...
View ArticleUMS, U-M presenting epic 'Oresteia of Aeschylus' trilogy, with album release...
Back in 2004, a package arrived at conductor Kenneth Kiesler’s studio at the University of Michigan School of Music. It contained three huge scores along with a note from the publisher: “Sent at the...
View ArticleWolverines headed to the Final Four
The Michigan men's basketball team celebrates its South Regional championship after a 79-59 win over Florida on Sunday, March 31.Melanie Maxwell | AnnArbor.com Postgame coverage: Game story:Michigan...
View ArticleNew roundabout and crosswalks among options for improving Ann Arbor's North...
A pedestrian makes a risky run through four lanes of fast-moving traffic to cross North Main Street north of Depot Street in Ann Arbor on Friday. North of Summit Street, there isn't a single crosswalk...
View ArticleAlternative options available for those looking for a more hen-friendly Easter
Today, on Easter, millions of eggs will be dyed with vibrant colors and eagerly sought after in hunts. While the eggs often look nice on the outside, their pretty shells hide the cruelty that went...
View ArticleAnn Arbor-based technology startup FarmLogs attracts VC funding, sees growth
Two friends from Michigan's Thumb region are developing farm-management mobile application and Web software right here in Ann Arbor, backed by $1 million in venture capital and training at a vaunted...
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