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Thursday, February 14, 2013  A Michigan law firm wants to put the motorcycle helmet laws of the land into the hands of riders in the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia.

Thursday, June 28, 2012  The Wexford County Sheriff's Office has purchased six sets of new body armor.

Friday, June 08, 2012  Master suit accuses NFL of concealing head trauma-brain injury links; covers thousands

Monday, May 21, 2012  A Traverse City man is dead after losing control of his motorcycle.

Thursday, March 29, 2012  A bill on Governor Rick Snyder's desk tonight could make it legal to ride a motorcycle without a helmet.

Thursday, March 29, 2012  Legislation that would make motorcycle helmets an option is now on Governor Snyder's desk.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012  Dr. Jennifer Schell from Traverse Area Pediatric and Adolescent clinic discusses helmet safety and the dangers of wearing a helmet incorrectly.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011  Should skiers and snowboarders be required to wear a helmet on the slopes?  One state is already doing that.  Where does Michigan stand on the issue?  Details in this Fact Finder Report.

Wednesday, June 29, 2011  A proposal to allow some motorcycle riders to go without a helmet has been approved by the Michigan Senate.

Wednesday, February 09, 2011  UPDATE: 200 people have weighed in on this debate.  Get in on the conversation and tell us "Your Point of View"! Should Michigan motorcyle riders be allowed to choose whether to wear a helmet while riding? One state lawmaker says yes and hopes that this year's effort to change the law will be more successful than those in the past.

Monday, January 17, 2011  It was definitely cold outside today, but inside South Maple Elementary in Gaylord, kids were reminded to be safe when playing outdoors.

Wednesday, May 27, 2009  Supporters say the money generated could help eliminate the need to cut state troopers.