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WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 7h

The facility will allow Qatar pilots to train with U.S. military personnel.

US military to build Qatar an Air Force facility in Idaho

The U.S. military is moving forward with plans to build a dedicated facility in Idaho to train pilots from Qatar.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 8h

Michigan State University held its homecoming celebrations on Friday, and that means crowds, parades, and money for East Lansing.

MSU homecoming draws crowds, money, to East Lansing businesses

Local restaurants, bars and hotels say it’s one of their busiest times of year.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 8h

It targets advertisements on streaming services like Hulu and Prime Video.

No more loud commercials: This state is limiting the volume of ads on streaming services like Hulu, Prime Video

The law targets advertisements on streaming services like Hulu and Prime Video.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 9h

It connected Michigan to Sarnia, Ontario, quickly becoming a major international crossing.

This Day in Michigan History: Blue Water Bridge opens

The bridge symbolizes Michigan’s economic ties with Canada.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 11h

On Oct. 13, the first-ever National Indigenous People’s Day celebration will be held at the State Capital.

Mid-Michigan Matters: National Indigenous People’s Day

National Indigenous People’s Day is Oct. 13.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 14h

Person in Michigan bitten by bat that tested positive for rabies, officials say
https://www.wilx.com/2025/10/10/person-michigan-bitten-by-bat-that-tested-positive-rabies-officials-say/

Person in Michigan bitten by bat that tested positive for rabies, officials say

Health officials are out with a warning after a person was bitten by a rabid bat.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 16h

DEVELOPING: 1 possibly dead, multiple people missing after explosion at Tennessee explosives manufacturer, source says
https://www.wilx.com/2025/10/10/1-possibly-dead-multiple-people-missing-after-explosion-tennessee-explosives-manufacturer-source-says/

1 possibly dead, multiple people missing after explosion at Tennessee explosives manufacturer, source says

An explosion was reported at an explosives manufacturer in Nashville Friday morning.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 19h

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the chaplain for the Loyola Chicago men’s basketball team who became a celebrity during the school’s fairy-tale run to the 2018 Final Four, has died.
https://www.wilx.com/2025/10/10/sister-jean-dolores-schmidt-loyola-chicagos-beloved-chaplain-dies-106/

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, Loyola Chicago’s beloved chaplain, dies at 106

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the beloved chaplain for Loyola Chicago’s basketball team during their memorable Final Four run, has died at 106.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 20h

Get ready for more chicken jockey. “A Minecraft Movie” is getting a sequel.
https://www.wilx.com/2025/10/10/minecraft-movie-sequel-is-being-built/

‘A Minecraft Movie’ sequel is being built

Details about the plot and cast are still under wraps.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 20h

MSU Homecoming festivities get underway today
https://www.wilx.com/2025/10/09/msu-homecoming-weekend-kicks-off-with-parade-friday/

MSU Homecoming weekend kicks off with parade Friday

MSU homecoming parade is happening this weekend.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 21h

A ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas for the Gaza Strip came into effect at noon local time, the Israeli military said Friday.

Israeli military says ceasefire agreement in Gaza has taken effect

The announcement comes after Palestinians reported heavy shelling Friday morning in northern Gaza.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 21h

Nobel Peace Prize winner has been announced.

María Corina Machado of Venezuela wins the Nobel Peace Prize

Experts say the committee typically focuses on the durability of peace, the promotion of international fraternity and the quiet work of institutions that strengthen those goals.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 1d

Now nine days into a shutdown, uncertainty has continued for federal workers and taxpayers who make use of federal government services.

Congressional leaders from Michigan continue push to end government shutdown

A group of U.S. Senators has rejected a budget proposal that would keep the government going, several times over.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 1d

Ryan Sebolt works with the Michigan AFL-CIO, which represents labor unions. He says his biggest concern is AI replacing human workers.

Grand Rapids-based brokerage company replaces hundreds of jobs with AI

A Grand Rapids company announced it will be employing AI to assist with accounting, eliminating hundreds of jobs.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 1d

Winning ArtPrize piece trapped inside museum due to government shutdown

https://www.wilx.com/2025/10/10/winning-artprize-piece-trapped-inside-museum-due-government-shutdown/

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 1d

Although a deal has been agreed upon by both sides, the question of what will happen after the war is already being asked.

Local reactions to the peace deal between Israel and Hamas

Congressman Walberg said he’s hoping, “For humanity itself, and certainly for the Jewish people, that this will be a lasting peace.”

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 1d

ICE agents conduct operation in Meridian Township, officials say
https://www.wilx.com/2025/10/09/ice-agents-conduct-operation-meridian-township-officials-say/

ICE agents conduct operation in Meridian Township, officials say

Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents carried out an operation in Meridian Township Thursday morning.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 1d

Turning Point USA announces its own ‘All-American’ halftime show during the Super Bowl https://www.wilx.com/2025/10/09/turning-point-usa-announces-its-own-all-american-halftime-show-during-super-bowl/

Turning Point USA announces its own ‘All-American’ halftime show during the Super Bowl

Turning Point USA said it will be hosting its own halftime show during the Super Bowl this February.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 1d

Ingham Co. wants feedback in developing Sustainability Action Plan
https://www.wilx.com/2025/08/12/ingham-county-launches-first-ever-sustainability-action-plan/

Ingham County launches first-ever Sustainability Action Plan

Ingham County has begun developing its first-ever Sustainability Action Plan (SAP).

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 1d

The Faith & Blue event aims to connect the community to local law enforcement.

Mid-Michigan Matters: Faith & Blue event

The Faith & Blue event aims to connect the community to local law enforcement.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 1d

Denmark plans to ban social media for users under 15

🔗https://www.wilx.com/2025/10/09/denmark-plans-ban-social-media-users-under-15/

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 1d

TGI Fridays offers free food for some federal workers during government shutdown
https://www.wilx.com/2025/10/09/tgi-fridays-offering-free-food-some-federal-workers-during-government-shutdown/

TGI Fridays offers free food for some federal workers during government shutdown

Air traffic control and Transportation Security Administration workers can eat for free at TGI Fridays during the government shutdown.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 1d

A man from Buffalo, New York is going to prison for sexually exploiting a Mid-Michigan child online.
https://www.wilx.com/2025/10/09/ny-man-sentenced-prison-sexually-exploiting-ingham-county-child-online/

NY man sentenced to prison for sexually exploiting Ingham County child online

The conviction came after a lengthy investigation by the Ingham County Sheriff's Office.

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 1d

AG: 3 women scammed Michigan Medicaid reimbursement program
https://www.wilx.com/2025/10/09/ag-3-women-scammed-michigan-medicaid-reimbursement-program/

AG: 3 women scammed Michigan Medicaid reimbursement program

Women from Metro Detroit allegedly ran a scheme to falsify mileage reimbursement forms

WILX News 10 @wilxtv.bsky.social · 1d

Israel and Hamas will exchange hostages and prisoners after agreeing to a pause in the war in Gaza
https://www.wilx.com/2025/10/09/israel-hamas-will-exchange-hostages-prisoners-after-agreeing-1st-phase-gaza-peace-plan/

Israel and Hamas will exchange hostages and prisoners after agreeing to a pause in the war in Gaza

Uncertainty remains about some of the thornier aspects of the plan advanced by the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump.