Today in Ann Arbor
MLive: Vietnam veteran with Parkinson's disease receives specially-made bicycle to aide mobility
Posted: 3 hours agoAn adaptive bike was presented to Ann Arbor resident and Vietnam veteran Asuki O'Neill, who lives with Parkinson's disease, on Wednesday by Jackson's disAbility Connections, according to a report on MLive. Read more »
Extrication needed after 3-car crash in Lodi Township
Posted: 6 hours agoA three-car crash in Lodi Township Wednesday required the extrication of at least one person from a vehicle, officials said. Read more »
Right lane of northbound U.S. 23 closed due to accident
Posted: 7 hours agoAccording to deputies with the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office, the right lane of northbound U.S. 23 near Joy Road has been closed due to an accident. Details of the crash were not immediately available from ... Read more »
Deputy and horse fall into creek after small bridge gives way during crossing
Posted: 7 hours agoA small bridge over a creek collapsed when a Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office deputy riding a horse crossed it, and the deputy was injured, officials said. Read more »
Cash, food stolen from Little League concession stand
Posted: 8 hours agoPolice are investigating the burglary of a Little League concession stand in Ypsilanti Township. Read more »
New York Magazine: Menlo Innovations continues to flourish with open and 'bossless' office structure
Posted: 9 hours agoCEO of Menlo Innovations Rich Sheridan has received a number of accolades, including AnnArbor.com's Executive of the Year award in 2012. However, according to a story this week in the New Yorker, his authority within his own company often is extremely limited. Read more »
The Hollywood Reporter: Andrew WK aims to set drumming world record
Posted: 9 hours agoAccording to The Hollywood Reporter, rocker Andrew WK, who grew up in Ann Arbor, plans to drum for 24 hours straight in an attempt to set a world record. Starting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June ... Read more »
Portage man must pay back more than $125,000 after admitting to embezzling from apartment complex
Posted: 12 hours agoMark Hartmann admitted to taking rent money from the Huron Towers apartment complex in Ann Arbor for personal use. Read more »
recipe: Strawberry rhubarb bread pudding - spicy and sweet dessert makes most of spring fruit
Posted: 12 hours agoWith leftover rhubarb, a few remaining strawberries, half a baguette, and the last dribble of orange marmalade staring me down, I debated my options. I am not a girl who wastes food; I re-purpose it. ... Read more »
Wall Street Journal: New research suggests teens giving into peer pressure not related to decision-making ability
Posted: 13 hours agoRecent studies suggest peer pressure is an important step in development and teens are more susceptible to influence than adults not because they are unable to make rational decisions, but because they derive more pleasure from social acceptance than adult brains, The Wall Street Journal reported. Read more »
Ann Arbor Planning Commission asks hotel developer to come up with more pedestrian-friendly plan
Posted: 14 hours agoThe Ann Arbor Planning Commission has postponed action on a proposed hotel on Jackson Avenue, asking the developer to come up with a more pedestrian-friendly plan. Read more »
Power tools and bike reported stolen in Ypsilanti
Posted: 14 hours agoTwo incidents of larceny were reported on Tuesday in Ypsilanti, according to a crime summary. Read more »
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View all in NewsCrime
- Cash, food stolen from Little League concession stand
- 2 more suspected heroin overdoses reported as authorities warn about dangerous mix
- Portage man must pay back more than $125,000 after admitting to embezzling from apartment complex
- Power tools and bike reported stolen in Ypsilanti
- Police release video of drunken driver hitting officer at Burger King drive-thru
State News from MLive.com

- Gov. Rick Snyder cutting short Israel trip to push for Medicaid expansion in Michigan
- Senate narrowly approves school dissolution bills on Buena Vista, Inkster districts
- See which bridges in Michigan are considered 'structurally deficient'
- Hunting, fishing license fee increases approved by Michigan Senate
- Michigan fireworks: Lt. Gov. Calley signs 'common sense' bill allowing cities to ban late night blasts
Sports
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- WITH POLL: Ypsilanti Community Schools finalizes new mascot, district logo
- Saline's Mary Hanna receives Miss Tennis and All-America honors
- Saline golf rebounds on day two for fifth-place finish at state finals
- photo gallery: Images from Milan baseball's Division 2 state semifinal loss to Richmond
- By the numbers: 79 percent of Ann Arbor schools' cuts are staff reductions
Pro Sports from MLive.com

- 'They came up big,' nearly 4,000 fans attend Grand Rapids Griffins Calder Cup victory party
- Party time: Grand Rapids Griffins celebrate Calder Cup championship with fans
- With struggles mounting, bonuses drawing near, time could be running short for Jose Valverde
- Three stars: Matt Tuiasosopo hits two-run pinch-hit double, Omar Infante picks up RBI double in ...
- Detroit Tigers send outfielder Avisail Garcia to Triple-A Toledo to make room for starting ...
Business Review
View all in Business ReviewBusiness from MLive.com

- Woman who first flipped the switch on Citizens Bank weather ball in 1956 expected to light it again after sign change
- Grand Rapids economic group forms 'response team' after Benteler plant closure
- Resource Genesee announces plans to move from Red Cross building on June 28
- Plans for $650 million Detroit Red Wings arena and entertainment district unveiled
- 16 photos you haven't seen of the newly renovated 501 Bar & Grill, grand opening set for June 19
Lifestyles
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Lifestyles
- COLUMN: 5th anniversary of OurValues: A small world after all?
- Pets: Proposed legislation may enable Michigan restaurants to allow pets to join patrons
- Pets: Pet Photo Friday is a fun way to share a slice of life with your pets - here's how
- community wall links: Saline Area Players host 40th anniversary gala June 22; Home of New Vision responds to stories about heroin overdoses in Washtenaw County
- food & grocery: Sweet Dirt's deliciously creative local and seasonal ice creams available at the Farmers Market
- Pets: Meet a joyful dog whose tail never stops wagging - Tyler, the AnnArbor.com pet of the week
- COLUMN: 5th anniversary of OurValues: After 1,300 columns, can you guess our most popular subject?
- Pets: Compulsive disorder in dogs and humans may be linked by a common thread
- community wall links: Artwalk Ann Arbor set for June 21 throughout downtown, Kerrytown; WCC auto body student wins 2 scholarships
- Column: And the thunder rolled... Nature's display has inspired many artists
Entertainment
View all in EntertainmentEntertainment from MLive.com

- Actor James Gandolfini dies in Italy at age 51
- Alice Cooper talks Detroit, tour with Marilyn Manson, new music & more with MLive Detroit
- Festival of the Arts 2013 sees some of its best proceeds in 11 years
- Kid Rock announces eighth summer concert in Detroit with $20 tickets; get sale information
- Gonzo's Top 5: Traverse City Wine & Art Festival, Summer Beer Fest in Detroit, Bachata and Salsa Dance Festival in Grand Rapids
Books
- Ann Arbor Book Festival offers book crawls, writer's conference and more
- Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Reads committee wants your suggestions
- q and a: Loren Estleman talks about his newest book, 'The Confessions of Al Capone'
- All invited to Dexter Library's summer reading kick-off alligator and reptile show
- Help former booksellers at the Sips & Songs event at Woodruff's
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