Charlie Tinker

The situation remains critical in the Thumb, one of the state’s epicenters for new coronavirus cases.

Rumors of an iconic Saginaw bar’s shutdown appear to have been greatly exaggerated.

Signs posted across the ABC12 viewing area ask for help, but increasingly, that help doesn’t come.

A disturbing story out of Genesee County had the sheriff taking to Facebook, with a built in warning for mom and dad.

A chance for a fresh start-- that’s what a new law will give to thousands of people across the state.

A string of thefts from cars in the Saginaw area -- and potentially well-beyond -- has police investigating and a reward on offer. The details in each case, so similar, many wonder whether the crimes may be connected.

Once riding the wave, these days, many Huron County restaurant owners are now barely keeping their heads above water.

Heartbreaking new details when it comes to a Saturday roll-over crash near Chesaning…

The state reported in excess of 8-thousand cases, its highest daily total in months, and more than 50 newly reported deaths Saturday.

After an entire year without business, a family-owned carnival company says it can’t move forward. Schmidt Amusements announced it would shut down after nearly four decades in the community.

It’s been nearly a year, but rising like a phoenix from the ashes, a beloved local restaurant is now only days away from opening its doors.

The pandemic has only underscored the struggles of homelessness in Mid-Michigan. As of Wednesday, a local charity was in talks with the City of Caro to expand access when and where it’s needed most.

Officials and community activists are at the end of a weeks-long push to get those affected by the Flint water crisis registered.

As the deadline for Flint residents to file their paperwork in the water settlement looms large, at least one local feels the system’s failing her yet again.

The latest chapter in the now decade-old saga, adding insult to injury for locals.

Saginaw Township Police have teamwork with the public to thank for bringing an accused armed robber to justice tonight.

Republican legislators have argued the dozens of reforms will bolster election security. Democrats, on the other hand, see the package as a wolf in sheep’s clothing: voter suppression.

That danger ranks very high for virtually every community in Michigan, culminating in a burn ban from Saginaw County’s Tri-Township Fire Department.

The Tri-Township Fire Department has issued a burn ban for Brant, Swan Creek and St. Charles Township in addition to portions of Fremont Township.

Grand Blanc Township Police have shut down a section of road while the fire department works to put out a structure fire.

In excess of 120-thousand coronavirus vaccines have been given out in the last week alone, according to the latest state data. The increased effort coincided with a recent rise in daily case counts. State health experts offered several fresh insights Friday.

It’s nothing that should rise to the level the nation saw late last year, according to one local health official, nevertheless, the uptick is sounding some alarm bells.

It’s the biggest turnout east side staple Coonan’s Irish Hub has seen in ages, including out back, where kilt-clad revelers wouldn’t be deterred by that March chill hanging in the air.

As the nation marked the anniversary of Breonna Taylor’s death at the hands of police -- and just prior, George Floyd--at least one mid-Michigan community was still striving to learn from the experience using a combination of survey results and technical data.

Troopers attempted to perform a traffic stop at Brownell and Pasadena just after 11:00, according to police. When the vehicle came to a stop, a 24-year-old passenger then allegedly got out, armed with a gun, and began to run.

Somber celebrations of a life cut short played out nationwide Saturday, commemorating the anniversary of Breonna Taylor’s death.

A major effort is underway tonight to support a Sanilac County hometown hero in the midst of the fight of his life.

With the weather teasing us a bit this week, areas known for their summer fun are hoping for at least a small step back toward normal. In places like Caseville, which voted to reinstate its flagship summer events, and elsewhere in the ABC12 viewing area, it’s a step that’s already being taken.

“Those are the moments that are really tough to get through and we go home and we all cry together about it.” Moments that came all too often over these last 12 months.

Saginaw Township Community Schools will remain closed Monday, March 8 due to a COVID vaccine-related staffing shortage, according to a notification posted to the district’s website Sunday.

Around a thousand people received the vaccine this time around. The new permanent site will allow healthcare workers to quickly dole out the expected increase in doses.

There’s a fading opportunity for people in the northern part of the ABC12 viewing area: one of the state’s largest pharmacy chains -- Rite Aid -- says it has more vaccines than appointments and they’re looking for people to give them to.

Pulling in Nearly half-a-million dollars in tax revenue--by far the most in Mid-Michigan--is Bay County, where a transformation is underway. In just a few short years, those storefronts with that tell-tale green signage are now a dime-a-dozen.

ABC12 first reported Cork Pine Eatery and Saloon’s decision to wait it out back in January. But with this latest move from the state, the Vassar eatery is getting back to work

As for when you might see doses of the new Johnson & Johnson vaccine locally, at least one Mid-Michigan hospital is waiting with bated breath.

A touching display of grief and togetherness took shape Saturday in rural Ogemaw County.

New information in the fire that devastated this Ogemaw County family home and claimed the lives of two young children.

Devastating new details in connection to a morning house fire that left two children dead and sent their parents and siblings to the hospital.

With the top pro sports leagues up and running after emerging from season-ending restrictions imposed during the early days of the pandemic, some developmental leagues with familiar local names--like the OHL--have yet to get the ball rolling.

The warming temperatures we’re expecting in the days ahead line up with several looming deadlines from the DNR when it comes to ice shanties.

The company announced late last year it planned to set up a delivery center in Saginaw County. That’s come to pass in just the last few weeks at a repurposed facility off the I-75 and M-81 interchange in Buena Vista.

The Great Lakes Loons will return to Midland’s Dow Diamond this spring for the first time in more than a year, back in the dugout May 4 for a six-game home stand against the Dayton Dragons.

They’ll do that March 1, in line with many other Michigan districts. Administrators expressed confidence the majority of teachers and staff members would be vaccinated in the coming weeks.

A family made the heart-wrenching decision to take a Flint grandfather and father off life support. In that moment came the realization his giving spirit would continue even in death.

The City of Flint announced plans to reopen the city’s mini police stations Saturday as part of a master plan to engage with the community and curb crime.

A drive-by shooting sent a 15-year-old girl to the hospital for treatment Friday after a bullet pierced the walls of a Saginaw home and hit her in the back, according to a release from Michigan State Police.

Changes to the rulebook in January had at least one local fishery warning the fresh catch may soon come from Canada.

The City of Midland’s effort to make sure every voice is heard in the wake of the death of George Floyd has now gone countywide.

Not too far off from the anniversary of the dam breach that changed a lot of lives forever, you’ll find more money in the governor’s latest budget geared toward learning from that ordeal.

The 26-year-old from Hartland was standing only feet away when the cannon’s fuse was lit. It was supposed to create a big flash, noise and smoke. Instead, it produced a lifetime of heartache for the victim’s family.