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Wednesday, April 24, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: Residents packed last night's meeting to voice their support, or concerns, about the proposed casino in Mackinaw City.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013  The Village of Mackinaw City has rescheduled a public hearing regarding construction of a multi-million dollar casino.

Monday, March 11, 2013  Judge skeptical of former Sen. Craig's use of campaign cash to pay for sex-sting legal defense

Tuesday, February 12, 2013  Gun victims' families, others take opposing sides at latest Senate hearing on firearms curbs

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Some came to the hearing to defend their Second Amendment rights, but the vast majority appeared to support stricter gun control.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Developments Wednesday connected to the debate over gun violence and weapons control in the U.S.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013  Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords spoke haltingly, a result of the wounds suffered when she was shot in the head in an attempted assassination two years ago that left six others dead.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  Testimony details an unfocused James Holmes after Colorado massacre; police say he made elaborate plans

Friday, December 07, 2012  By sundown Thursday, bills had been introduced and passed without committee votes or public hearings.

Friday, November 16, 2012  Petraeus testifying before congressional intelligence committees on Sept. 11 attack in Libya

Tuesday, July 24, 2012  Both sides ready their arguments for public hearing over proposed New York City ban on big sugary drinks

Monday, June 04, 2012  Zimmerman back in Florida jail; attorney seeking new bond hearing for Trayvon Martin shooter

Tuesday, May 01, 2012  A key court hearing has been postponed for a Detroit-area woman who authorities say continued to get food stamps despite winning a Michigan lottery jackpot.

Monday, April 23, 2012  Former hospital workers and community want the hospital re-opened.

Thursday, April 12, 2012  A status hearing on the sale of Cheboygan Memorial Hospital to McLaren Health Care is scheduled for tomorrow in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Bay City.