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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2023

In today's newsletter, Attorney General Nessel urges companies be held responsible for data breaches, the world’s oldest living chicken from Michigan dies and New Year's Eve events in Michigan.

Capturing the top moments of 2023

Does it seem like time is going by faster? It feels hard to imagine that another year is ending and we'll soon turn the page to start a new one in a few days.

 

From colorful prom "showoffs" to Miguel Cabrera's emotional end to his historic career with the Detroit Tigers, MLive photojournalists were there to capture moments that made us laugh, smile or cry.

 

As we reflect on this year's memorable moments, check out some of our favorite images from 2023. 

Curated by Cara Hackett

Fireworks light up the sky in Grand Rapids

Plenty of events are happening in Grand Rapids this weekend, including New Year’s Early Eve at the Grand Rapids Children's Museum, a Grand Rapids Griffins game and a NYE Beer Tour. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com)

Frustrated by data breaches affecting millions in Michigan, Nessel urges companies be held responsible

Exposed: After recent data breaches exposed patients’ personal information, state Attorney General Dana Nessel urged lawmakers to require companies to immediately report breaches to her office.

 

Recap: Between covering the five month long autoworkers strike to diving into the housing crisis, it's been a busy year in economy news for Michigan. We've rounded up some of the most-read headlines for a year-end edition of Wallet Watch.


Members of Michigan’s first independent redistricting commission publicly disagreed Thursday over how to respond to a recent federal court ruling that invalidated more than a dozen districts in the maps they drew.

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Peanut, the world’s oldest living chicken from Michigan, has died at age 21

Farewell, Peanut: The world’s oldest chicken has died at the age of 21, after living a long and eventful life in Michigan. Peanut’s owner, Marsi Parker Darwin announced on a blog post on Wednesday, Dec. 27, that she had died in her sleep in the early hours of Monday, Dec. 25, Christmas Day. 

 

"Weird Duck Time": While many birds fly south for the winter, the Great Lakes has a surge of waterfowl where more than 30 species of northern ducks, geese and swans return to the region.

 

On the lookout: Speaking of birds, keep your eyes peeled for these four rare owls across Michigan this winter.

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Weekend forecast sees snow returning to Michigan

Winter weather: Things are going to get a bit more wintry as we end 2023. Southern and central Lower Michigan can expect scattered showers throughout Friday. New Year’s Eve will see the return of snow chances across Michigan.

 

Forecast: Rain, snow and sunshine could all be possible in North Michigan this weekend. Scattered snow showers will be around until the afternoon on New Year’s Eve and the Upper Peninsula will continue to see snow showers throughout Sunday.

 

Shock waves: A 2.4 magnitude earthquake was reported near the U.S.-Canada border near Corunna, Canada on Wednesday. The city is in Ontario across the St. Clair River near St. Clair and Marysville in St. Clair County.

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Jim Harbaugh vs. Nick Saban seems like a bowl game mismatch

What to know: Two of the most recognizable coaches in college football will meet in the Rose Bowl when Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh faces Alabama’s Nick Saban for just the second time. Here's what to know about each coach before game day.

 

MLive’s Dungeon of Doom podcast is back with another mailbag episode after the team’s historic win on Christmas Eve from Minnesota. Hosts Kyle Meinke and Ben Raven dive in to Dan Campbell’s comments about avoiding complacency, the offensive line and more

 

New ways to win: The Detroit Red Wings are scoring a lot more this season, and they need it. They must also find ways to win tight, low-scoring games, which they haven’t done at all.

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Ring in 2024 with these events in Michigan

Washtenaw County: Whether you’re looking for a night on the town or a kid friendly event, here's a roundup of five events to bring in the new year in Ann Arbor.

 

Grand Rapids: Head to the Grand Rapids area to enjoy the Holiday Hike and Hugs with a chance to meet some cute goats. Hit downtown Cedar Springs for a New Year’s Ball Drop, illuminated dance contest, shopping and more. 

 

Jackson: Celebrate the start of 2024 with a Caribbean-inspired party at Veritas in Jackson County or indulge in Sandhill Crane Vineyards’ annual New Year’s Eve Sangria Bar.

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— Cara Hackett

 

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