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East Lansing’s Coral Gables Overwhelmed by Support as Final Days Approach
The love for Coral Gables is undeniable. Since announcing its closure, the East Lansing favorite has seen huge crowds and has adjusted operating hours to help staff manage demand.
Michigan Says If Bats Move Into Your Attic, You’re Basically Stuck With Them
Michigan residents are being asked to report bat roosts this summer as researchers track the state's declining bat populations.
These Two Michigan Beach Towns Are Drawing Homebuyers Nationwide
A new study found that some of America's best beach bargains are right here in Michigan.

Faith No More Sparks Tour Speculation With Cryptic ‘2027’ Teaser
They haven't toured in over a decade.

Classic TV Shows With One Surviving Cast Member
With the passing of 'ALF' mom Anne Schedeen on June 14, 2026, the iconic late-'80s NBC sitcom joins a small and bittersweet club.

Michigan Primed To Blow Past Yearly Tornado Average For Second Year In A Row
Just like 2025, early tornado outbreaks are putting Michigan on track for a busy season.

New 2026 Soundgarden Interview
In an exclusive interview with UCR, guitarist Kim Thayil also looks back at the Seattle band's legendary catalog of work.

Michigan State Fans Will Notice A New Look On Every Team
Michigan State Athletics is adding an MSUFCU jersey patch to all 23 Spartan teams starting in 2026-27, becoming the first Big Ten school to do it across all sports.

All 15 No. 1 Albums of 1986 Ranked Worst to Best
Rock was a dominant cultural force, but pop still ruled the charts.

Soon You Might Not Be Able to Get to Mackinac Island
The Mackinac Island ferry dispute is escalating beyond ticket prices. Now, the company running ferries says it could stop service entirely in 2027 if no deal is reached.

The Stories Behind the Most Famous ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ Songs
An excerpt from the newly released book 'Ferris Bueller... You're My Hero.'

This is the Poorest Town in Michigan? Says Who?
Someone gave this town a particular nickname based on its annual average income...but the residents are richer in other ways that many of us aren't.....

Genesis and Marillion Guitarists' New LP
'The Roaring Waves' has been some eight years in the making for Steve Hackett and Steve Rothery.

Dumb Michigan Laws Still in Effect: You Broke Some Already!
Seriously, you have probably broken some of these already this week! Check out the list...

July 2026's New Rock Releases
Two more legendary classic-rock acts return with new music, just weeks after fellow stalwarts Paul McCartney, Yes, and Peter Frampton.

Rush 'R50' Box Set Contest
UCR wants to give you a copy of this impressive 50-track collection which features radio staples, deep cuts, live tracks and rarities.

Michigan’s First Jack in the Box Restaurant in 40 Years Now Open
Jack in the Box has officially returned to Michigan after more than 40 years, with its first new location now open in Battle Creek at 2588 Capital Ave SW.

Looking for Affordable Summer Fun? Jackson Has You Covered
Nixon Water Park is back for the season, giving Mid-Michigan families a budget-friendly way to beat the heat.
