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Program to provide cash for pregnant women in Flint, Michigan, and families with newborns

A program aimed at helping remove families and infants in Flint, Michigan, from deep poverty will give $1,500 to women during mid-pregnancy and $500 each month throughout the first year after the birth

The Independent UK

Judge closes Flint water case against former Michigan governor

A judge has formally dismissed misdemeanor charges against former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder in the Flint water scandal

The Independent UK

Biden administration proposes strictest lead pipe rules in more than three decades

Most cities would have to replace lead water pipes within 10 years under new rules proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency aimed to prevent like the ones in Flint, Mich. and Washington, D.C.

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Prosecutors say court decision forces the end of criminal cases in Flint water scandal

The Michigan attorney general's office said the state prosecution of former Gov. Rick Snyder and other officials for their roles in the Flint water scandal has ended.

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When communities face drinking-water crises, bottled water is a 'temporary' solution that often lasts years − and worsens inequality

A massive intrusion of salt water into the Mississippi River has left the tap water in several Louisiana communities unsafe to drink and could threaten the New Orleans metropolitan area. The most visible emergency response is the provision of bottled water, with authorities distributing huge quantities of single-serving plastic water…

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5 workers picketing in UAW strike hit by vehicle outside Flint-area plant

Police say about five people were struck by a vehicle while picketing in the United Auto Workers strike outside a Flint-area General Motors plant and suffered minor injuries

The Independent UK

Boxing Star Andre Dirrell Retires Amid Lack Of Opportunities

Dirrell calls it quits after a successful career, aims to inspire others through Victory Lab Boxing Gym.

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EPA failed to sound alarm in Michigan water crisis, watchdog finds

Water remained contaminated in Benton Harbor, 175 miles from Flint, as state regulators attempted fixes that failed for three years

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Michigan’s top court won’t revive Flint water charges against 7 key figures

The Michigan Supreme Court has rejected a last-ditch effort to revive criminal charges against seven people in the Flint water scandal

The Independent UK

Michigan's top court won't revive Flint water charges against 7 key figures

The Michigan Supreme Court has rejected a last-ditch effort to revive criminal charges against seven people in the Flint water scandal

The Independent UK

State, feds must help south suburbs fix water problems

If recent events in Flint, Michigan and Jackson, Mississippi have shown us anything, it’s that lack of access to clean water — something that has long been an issue in south suburban communities — has ruinous effects on a community’s health and vibrancy.

Chicago Sun-Times

WATCH: Tyson Walker throws down highlight windmill dunk in local pro-am event

Watch MSU star guard Tyson Walker throw down an impressive dunk during the Flint City Pro-Am this weekend

USA Today Sports Media Group

Sinclair Names Kevin Dunaway VP, GM in Flint, Michigan

Dunaway joins Sinclair from Syncbak/VUit where he was the vice president of affiliate relations and content

TV Tech

Sinclair Names Kevin Dunaway GM of Stations in Flint, Michigan

Exec had been VP at VUit

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GM Investing $1B Into Michigan Plants For New Combustion-Engine HD Pickups

Flint Assembly and Flint Metal Center will get upgrades to handle GM's next-gen truck lineup.

Tribune News Service

Judge OKs $47 million for lawyers before Flint water settlement cash goes to residents

DETROIT — As the claims process for the $626 million settlement for victims of the Flint water crisis continues and Flint residents wait for their awards, a Detroit area federal judge recently granted the payment totaling $47 million in attorney fees and expenses.

WEKU

A Michigan school district has banned students from carrying backpacks

Flint Community Schools said it has concerns about the national landscape of gun violence across the nation. The ban went into effect Monday.

Daily Mirror

Iceland to close more supermarkets in weeks after 'decline in business' - see full list

The frozen foods giant has said it plans to shut its Iceland store in Flint, Wales, with its last day open for business reportedly set to be May 27.

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Tribune News Service

Flint residents to get updates on water claims starting this month

DETROIT — Flint residents who have filed claims in the $626.5 million partial Flint water crisis settlement with the state of Michigan and other entities are expected to start receiving status updates about their claims starting later this month and continuing through the spring.

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Judge gives final OK for $626 million Flint water crisis settlement

DETROIT — A Michigan judge has given final approval to the record-breaking $626 million Flint water crisis partial settlement with the state of Michigan and other entities, putting Flint residents a step closer to receiving financial compensation for the man-made disaster that began nearly a decade ago.

Wales Online

The full list of schools closed following third day of heavy snow fall in Wales

This list will be updated as and when school closure announcements are made

Wales Online

The full list of schools closed following third day of heavy snow fall in Wales

We'll update this list as news of school closures comes in following snowfall overnight

The Independent UK

Clerk pleads no contest in 2020 Flint-area ballot sabotage

A woman who was a public official in the Flint-area admits that she broke a seal on a ballot box to ensure that votes could not be recounted in her 2020 race

Tribune News Service

Appeals court upholds dismissal of Flint charges against ex-health chief Nick Lyon

DETROIT — The Michigan Court of Appeals on Wednesday batted down a request from Attorney General Dana Nessel's office seeking to reinstate charges against a former state health department director in the Flint water crisis prosecution.

The Guardian - UK

Fiona Soe Paing: Sand, Silt, Flint review – startling Scottish balladry with a global scope

The Scottish-Burmese singer evokes history, folk tales and atmospheres in this nicely uncanny set blending electronics and field recordings

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