Good morning, Saginaw.

Caroline Klapp joined WNEM as an early evening anchor in October, bringing nearly a decade’s experience and local roots from Cadillac and South Bend, and she now co-anchors the 5 and 6 p.m. newscasts with Chet Davis to serve Mid-Michigan + strengthen community coverage.

STARS has received four state grants totaling $4 million to study whether autonomous buses can improve transit service in the medical diamond corridor and at MBS International Airport — planning studies will begin in 2027 with service launches set for early 2027.

Washington Avenue will close at Emerson Street on Monday, Oct.

19 for repairs to the railroad crossing. Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes during the work.

Saginaw is offering guidance to help residents address groundhog concerns on public property and private land.

Residents should call the City Manager’s Office with details, including photos, when they spot hazardous burrows or damage while property owners are advised to use licensed wildlife control services.

MyMichigan Health said no evidence of unauthorized access has been found as it investigates claims by MetaEncryptor that data was stolen.

The system hired Mandiant and is working with law enforcement to review any new credible information.

The Ronald McDonald House Family Room at Covenant HealthCare in Saginaw got a new look on Thursday to support families staying near children’s hospital care.

The updated area, which features a kitchenette and sleeping rooms, remains a comfort zone by the NICU and pediatric units.

Frankenmuth's Eagles clinched their 15th consecutive TVC title Friday with a 41-22 win over an undefeated Swan Valley team — continuing a 78-game conference winning streak — as junior quarterback Noah Main threw three touchdowns and ran for another before the regular-season finale.

The Bay City area held 24 high school football games for Week 8 on Oct.

16-17, with teams posting varied wins including shutouts and a forfeit victory (Oscoda defeated Mancelona). Upcoming Week 9 matchups start Friday, Oct. 23, featuring games like Atlanta at Hale and Essexville Garber at Owosso.