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After a week of uncertainty, Michigan State hired Mel Tucker seemingly as suddenly as Mark Dantonio retired from the position. Tucker, who spent the last year coaching the Colorado Buffaloes, showed up in East Lansing Wednesday. He talked to media about returning to the campus where he began his coaching career as a graduate assistant in 1997. Dantonio issued a press release regarding his successor. "Mel is charismatic, brings good energy and is a forward thinker," the release read. MORE
►Mel Tucker returns to Michigan State to fulfill a dream
►Video: MSU's new football coach speaks to the media

State halts 14 illegal gambling operations in 6 Michigan counties

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Fourteen Michigan businesses have been shut down by the state as officials claim they were offering illegal gambling to customers. Spread through six counties, the businesses claimed they were operating legal redemption games, but instead were offering casino-style video slot machines, according to the state. Agreeing to close means the business owners will avoid criminal charges. MORE
►Father, son to be sentenced for running illegal gambling operation

Progressive evangelical group tries to convert Michigan Trump voters

A group of evangelicals think they might be able to sway a small number of religious voters in Michigan who cast ballots for President Donald Trump in 2016. The group, Vote for Common Good, is hopeful that small number could clinch the state for the eventual Democratic nominee. But the Trump administration is confident in its pull with Christians. MORE
►Vice President Mike Pence to hold Michigan campaign rally

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5 things to know about the 'Second Amendment sanctuary' movement

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A national movement focused on support of gun ownership rights is spreading across Michigan. At this point, eight counties throughout the state have passed resolutions to become Second Amendment sanctuary counties, while several others are considering similar resolutions. The movement started in response to the recent passage of red flag gun laws in Virginia. MORE
►Gov. Whitmer, Democratic leaders push 'extreme risk' gun bills after national shootings
►Gun rights advocate to present 'Second Amendment sanctuary' proposal

What is the best movie or TV show set in Michigan?

Sometimes you spot a scene set in Michigan. Sometimes it is a whole film or the entire run of a TV show. It can be a joy to see your home state represented. What is the best show or film set in our state? Is it the romantic Mackinac Island film "Somewhere in Time" or is it the long-running show "Home Improvement" that starred Tim Allen? One Michigander has her say. Do you agree? MORE
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