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An 18-year-old man is behind bars after police say he robbed a Traverse City gas station. A phone call from the clerk to another employee raised red flags and helped lead to the arrest.

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Family escapes early morning fire

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Twelve-year-old boys may be responsible for string of break-ins in Cadillac

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Five men arrested in February armed robbery

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Crews fight fire and save Elk Rapids Township home from total loss

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