New investigation finds troubling levels of lead in protein powders
If you start your day with a protein shake, you’re not alone. But a new Consumer Reports investigation…
Alligators in Michigan? Officials confirm ‘credible’ sighting in Detroit area
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources said there has been a “credible and consistent” report of an alligator…
Phoenix Center demolition in downtown Pontiac set to begin Monday
PONTIAC, Mich. (WXYZ) — An end of an era: later this morning, the final above-ground piece of the…
Why are creatine sales rising among women and older adults
(WXYZ) — In today’s Health Alert, creatine, once thought of only as a bodybuilder’s supplement, is now seeing…
Northern Lights possible in Michigan after G2-G3 geomagnetic storm watches
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Space Weather Prediction Center has issued G2-G3 geomagnetic storm watches for Monday…
Gertie – wild massasauga rattlesnake found at U-M garden
(WXYZ) — The University of Michigan’s Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum discovered an Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake inside…
Dietician warns of too much fiber with ‘Fibermaxxing’ trending on TikTok
METRO DETROIT (WXYZ) — A viral health trend is sweeping TikTok, and this one might actually have some…
Phoenix Center demolition progress brings hope to downtown Pontiac businesses
PONTIAC, Mich. (WXYZ) — The demolition of the Phoenix Center Amphitheater is reshaping downtown Pontiac, giving local businesses…
What to know about dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder in the summer
(WXYZ) — In today’s health alert, when we think of Seasonal Affective Disorder – or SAD – we…
Michigan mental health privatization plan sparks concern from local providers
WARREN, Mich. (WXYZ) — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services plans to privatize community mental health…