Whitmer: Construction industry could resume soon if coronavirus cases continue to fall   During a press conference Monday, Gov. Whitmer said Michigan's construction industry and other outdoor work could potentially restart soon. That is contingent on the number of coronavirus cases reported in the coming days, the governor explained. She didn't give any exact dates when those industries might be able to resume work. "It's really important that we get this right," Whitmer said. MORE ►Michigan sees smallest increase in coronavirus cases in 5 weeks ►Michigan extends personal protection orders during pandemic

  

Warmer temperatures coming, but are we done with frost?   April is nearly over. It's that time of year when we are all ready for warmer weather. Luckily, the temperatures are going to cooperate, as a warm-up is headed to Michigan. So, here's the big question: Are we done with frost for the year? Gardeners will certainly want to take a look at what MLive Chief Meteorologist Mark Torregrossa sees in the forecast. MORE  ►Michigan in line for a decent spring rain; Here's when, how much

Fsta Lions cut 4 players to make room for draft class, undrafted free agents hat  The Detroit Lions are making moves now that the draft is over. The team cut four players to make room for new guys. Most notably, they cut running back Tra Carson. But as the team starts to focus on the season ahead, they are unable to meet up on the field. Instead, the Lions started a virtual offseason program Monday. It includes virtual workouts and classroom activities. MORE ►The Detroit Lions' four biggest remaining post-draft needs

  

Bear spotted wandering through Grand Rapids neighborhood     When you live in one of Michigan's largest cities, you don't exactly expect to spot a bear in your yard, trying to eat your bird seed. There is a bear on the prowl, though, in Grand Rapids. Many residents of the city have reported seeing a bear roaming around within the last several days. A couple neighbors even got video footage of the large animal spending some time in the Northwest corner of the city. MORE ►Ducklings rescued from storm drain by Kalamazoo Public Safety officers