Friday, May 17 2013 6:18 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:18:02 GMT
(05/17/13) - There have been more than 4,000 changes to the nation's tax code over the past decade. That's according to lawmakers on Capitol Hill, who are working to reform the tax code. They say a
There have been more than 4,000 changes to the nation's tax code over the past decade.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:23 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:23:00 GMT
(05/21/13) - Most people agree Michigan roads are in rough shape. Right now, state lawmakers are discussing several proposals on how to come up with more than $1.2 billion to pay to fix them. A new
Most people agree Michigan roads are in rough shape.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:33 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:33:32 GMT
(05/15/13) - Wednesday, the White House once again called for accountability, after an inspector general's report claimed the Internal Revenue Service discriminated against groups applying for tax-exempt
Wednesday, the White House once again called for accountability, after an inspector general's report claimed the Internal Revenue Service discriminated against groups applying for tax-exempt status because of their political affiliation.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 1:01 PM EDT2013-05-14 17:01:32 GMT
(05/14/13) - The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee is finalizing the latest version of the Farm Bill. The legislation would cut spending and create subsidies for farmers. Last year at this time, things
The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee is finalizing the latest version of the Farm Bill.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 11:24 AM EDT2013-05-08 15:24:07 GMT
(5/7/13) - Residents in a number of local communities went to the polls Tuesday to vote on various ballot issues from public safety millages, to school proposals, and even an open Senate seat. In Genesee
Residents in a number of local communities went to the polls Tuesday to vote on various ballot issues from public safety millages, to school proposals, and even an open Senate seat.
Friday, May 3 2013 5:24 PM EDT2013-05-03 21:24:27 GMT
(05/03/13) - As more American troops return home from overseas, there's an increasing demand to get them the care they need. There are several bills in Congress right now that aim to address the 'invisible'
As more American troops return home from overseas, there's an increasing demand to get them the care they need.
Friday, April 26 2013 5:58 PM EDT2013-04-26 21:58:25 GMT
(04/26/13) - The House of Representatives, Friday, followed the U.S. Senate's lead and voted to end air traffic controller furloughs following federal budget cuts. Nearly two months into sequestration,
The House of Representatives, Friday, followed the U.S. Senate's lead and voted to end air traffic controller furloughs following federal budget cuts.
Monday, April 22 2013 5:32 PM EDT2013-04-22 21:32:30 GMT
(04/22/13) - Lawmakers on Capitol Hill observed a moment of silence for the Boston Marathon bombing victims Monday afternoon - shortly after news broke that Djhokhar Tsarnaev had been charged. White
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill observed a moment of silence for the Boston Marathon bombing victims Monday afternoon - shortly after news broke that Djhokhar Tsarnaev had been charged.
Monday, April 15 2013 6:11 PM EDT2013-04-15 22:11:10 GMT
(04/15/13) - Only on ABC12, Mid-Michigan's newest congressman has introduced legislation he can call his own. Just past the hundred-day mark of the congressional session, Congressman Dan Kildee says
Only on ABC12, Mid-Michigan's newest congressman has introduced legislation he can call his own.
Monday, April 8 2013 5:23 PM EDT2013-04-08 21:23:59 GMT
(04/08/13) - Congressman Dan Kildee flew into Afghanistan on Thursday, where he spent two days meeting with U.S. and Afghan military leaders, officials at the U.S. embassy, and the troops. Kildee was
Congressman Dan Kildee flew into Afghanistan on Thursday, where he spent two days meeting with U.S. and Afghan military leaders, officials at the U.S. embassy, and the troops.
MT MORRIS TOWNSHIP (WJRT) -
(09/20/12) - Smoke and flames could be seen for miles from a relentless fire in Genesee County.
It broke out around 6 p.m. at a Charter Distributing Company, a flooring supply company, in Mt. Morris Township.
The business is on Pierson Rd and Dolan Drive, near I-75.
Some nearby businesses were forced to evacuate and freeway traffic was diverted around the area.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:34 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:34:03 GMT
(05/21/13) - Weather in Mid-Michigan, Tuesday, will most likely be similar to Monday, with but maybe not quite so much heavy rain, thunder and lightning. Beaverton in Gladwin County seems to have taken
Mother Nature left her mark on Gladwin County. Strong winds knocked down power lines, toppled trees and blew bricks off the top of a building.
Monday, May 20 2013 6:34 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:34:54 GMT
(05/20/13) - After a two-week hiatus students in the Buena Vista School District returned to class Monday morning. Jemicah Coleman, a Buena Vista High School junior, says it was a Monday like many other.
After a two-week hiatus students in the Buena Vista School District returned to class Monday morning.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:23 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:23:00 GMT
(05/21/13) - Most people agree Michigan roads are in rough shape. Right now, state lawmakers are discussing several proposals on how to come up with more than $1.2 billion to pay to fix them. A new
Most people agree Michigan roads are in rough shape.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:01 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:01:37 GMT
(5/21/13) A mid-Michigan man is approaching a goal that seems nearly impossible. Over more than three decades he will have run more than 58-thousand miles for a very special purpose.Michael Bowen often
A Mid-Michigan man is approaching a goal that seems nearly impossible. Over more than three decades he will have run more than 58,000 miles for a very special purpose.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:58 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:58:34 GMT
(05/20/13) - Armed Forces Day was celebrated last Saturday. In honor of their service and sacrifice, Hyde Park Assisted Living facility in Flushing held a collection drive, with a goal of sending care
In honor of their service and sacrifice, Hyde Park Assisted Living facility in Flushing held a collection drive, with a goal of sending care packages to troops overseas.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:53 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:53:05 GMT
(05/21/13) - The deadly tornado in Oklahoma and the threat of severe weather in Mid-Michigan has school districts taking a closer look at their weather safety policies.
The deadly tornado in Oklahoma and the threat of severe weather in Mid-Michigan has school districts taking a closer look at their weather safety policies.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:55 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:55:13 GMT
(05/21/13) - A Flint Township restaurant is celebrating its one year anniversary with plans to expand. Freakin' Unbelievable Burgers recently placed twelfth on a national list of Top 100 casual restaurants. The
A Flint Township restaurant is celebrating its one year anniversary with plans to expand.
You're needed by countless kids. Join the dozens of people in our area and be a Big Brother or Big Sister.
You're needed by countless children. Join the dozens of people in our area and be a Big Brother or Big Sister.
Sound interesting? Click on the image to the left and then call the Saginaw or Genesee County Big Brothers Big Sisters. We've even supplied the numbers for you.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-04-23 21:57:52 GMT
(04/23/13) - Two years ago, we introduced you to two nuns in Flint who are on a unique mission on Flint's north side. They believe it's their calling to bring jobs to Flint and give countless women
Two years ago, we introduced you to two nuns in Flint who are on a unique mission on Flint's north side.
Friday, May 25 2012 5:17 PM EDT2012-05-25 21:17:49 GMT
(05/25/12) - Friday was Karen Gatlin's last day at ABC12 - after more than 31 years! Karen has been just as much a part of our lives here at abc12 during those years, as she has been for so many of
Friday was Karen Gatlin's last day at ABC12 - after more than 31 years!
Tuesday, December 27 2011 12:55 PM EST2011-12-27 17:55:51 GMT
When most of us think about a mission, we think about a group heading into a forgotten, remote area or reaching out to touch those who are struggling in a third world country.
