Rogers, El-Sayed Exchange Accusations in Senate Debate

Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed clashed during their first debate ahead of next month's midterm election, with exchanges prompting moderator Rick Albin of WOOD-TV to remind the candidates to observe time limits and maintain order.

El-Sayed criticized Rogers over prescription drug prices, accusing him of opposing efforts to allow Americans to purchase prescription medications from Canada despite using Canadian drug prices in political advertising. El-Sayed also questioned Rogers' motives and criticized his past business dealings.

Rogers responded by accusing El-Sayed of accepting corporate political action committee money and receiving financial support from Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.

The debate featured pointed exchanges as the candidates made their cases to Michigan voters ahead of the election.

MSU Homecoming Parade Brings East Lansing Road Closures

Drivers in East Lansing should expect street closures associated with the Michigan State University Homecoming Parade.

Closures are scheduled from 2:30 p.m. through 7:15 p.m. Thursday to accommodate the event. City and university officials recommend that drivers use Saginaw Street for east-west travel and Harrison Road or Hagadorn Road for north-south travel.

Homecoming festivities begin at 6 p.m. The parade will start at Abbott Road and Bircham Drive before concluding on Farm Lane.

Susan Packard will serve as the Homecoming Grand Marshal.

Quality Dairy Suspends Bakery Production After Food Safety Concerns

Quality Dairy has suspended bakery production following food safety concerns identified during a state inspection.

The suspension likely affected customers who visited Quality Dairy stores Thursday hoping to purchase freshly made donuts and other bakery products.

Additional testing is being conducted, but no timeline has been announced for when bakery operations will resume.

U of M Health Sparrow Receives National Recognition

U of M Health Sparrow in Lansing has received the American Medical Association's 2026 Joy in Medicine Award.

The national award recognizes health systems that work to support health care professionals and help prevent burnout.

Health care leaders have emphasized that burnout can have consequences beyond the workplace, potentially affecting the quality of patient care and contributing to higher employee turnover.

The recognition highlights efforts to support the well-being of health care workers.

Michigan Attorney General Sues Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is suing Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, alleging the health insurance company violated antitrust laws in ways that drove up insurance premiums and limited reimbursements to medical providers.

Nessel has characterized the case as a landmark lawsuit.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan officials said they were blindsided by the announcement and declined further comment because the company had not yet been served with the lawsuit at the time of the statement.

The allegations have not been established in court.

Former University of Michigan Professor Wins Nobel Prize in Literature

Anne Carson, a classics instructor who worked at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor from 2003 to 2009, has won the Nobel Prize in Literature, according to the newscast.

Carson's recognition brings international attention to a literary figure with ties to the university.

Def Leppard and Goo Goo Dolls Announce Detroit Concert

Rock fans will have an opportunity to see Def Leppard and the Goo Goo Dolls in Detroit in 2027.

The bands are planning a performance at Little Caesars Arena on March 7 as part of their tour.

The concert will bring the two rock acts to the Detroit area for a joint show.