Joe Biden nears final decision on running mate

As Joe Biden nears the announcement of his vice presidential choice, the top contenders and their advocates are making final appeals.

30-year-old father drowns in Belleville pond after being encouraged to take bet

A 30-year-old father died trying to swim across a pond late Thursday night after being encouraged to take a bet.

Arrest made in death of Waterford Township woman found ‘badly burned’

Police have made an arrest in connection with the death of a 33-year-old woman. The burnt remains of Waterford Township resident Susie Zhao were found near a park July 13.

Coronavirus in Michigan 🦠

Michigan coronavirus (COVID-19) cases up to 81,621; Death toll now at 6,199

The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 81,621 as of Saturday morning, including 6,199 deaths, state officials report.

Friday’s update includes 734 new cases and 8 additional deaths.

Here’s a look at more of the data:

Weather forecast 🌤

This weekend will be humid with showers and thunderstorms possible through Tuesday morning.

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• Find more weather forecast articles at Weather Center

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• Independent report: Ex-University of Michigan provost had history of sexual misconduct
• Harper Woods Mayor Kenneth Poynter turns in letter of resignation amid controversy
• Some Beaumont employees fall victim to phishing scam, potentially exposing patient information
• Michigan Court of Appeals orders immediate release of 15-year-old ‘Grace’

National and World Headlines 🗺️

• Trump says he’ll act to ban TikTok in US as soon as Saturday
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• Hurricane Isaias lashes Bahamas while Florida battens down
• Mexico 3rd in global pandemic deaths, Vietnam struggles anew

Sports Headlines ⚾🏒🏀🏈⚽

• Forced outside by COVID-19, young Michigan gymnasts fight to maintain skills
• Michigan high school sports council approves ‘phased-in’ plan for fall sports