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What does your car’s recirculation button actually do and should you use it?
Read full article: What does your car’s recirculation button actually do and should you use it?When you’re flipping on your car’s air conditioning or heater -- you’ll be faced with a tough decision: fresh air or recirculation?
🔒 4YI: Can I make a left turn during a red light onto a 1-way street?
Read full article: 🔒 4YI: Can I make a left turn during a red light onto a 1-way street?We received this traffic question a couple of times through our 4YI form, where you can ask us anything about Michigan and/or Metro Detroit and we will do our best to get back with an answer(s).
Michigan Coronavirus Town Hall: Submit your question here
Read full article: Michigan Coronavirus Town Hall: Submit your question hereLocal 4 will broadcast a special event with Michigan Gov. A virtual town hall event will air at 7 p.m. on Thursday. Submit a question using the form below. Watch the “Governor’s Town Hall” on Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit.com at 7 p.m. on Thursday night. Submit a question on coronavirus in Michigan below (Don’t see the form?
4YI -- What happened to the big stove next to entrance of State Fair in Detroit?
Read full article: 4YI -- What happened to the big stove next to entrance of State Fair in Detroit?4YI -- What happened to the big stove next to entrance of State Fair in Detroit? Published: March 5, 2020, 11:21 amWe received this question through our 4YI form, where you can ask us anything about Detroit or Michigan, and we’ll try our best to find answers for you. To submit a question, go here: https://www.clickondetroit.com/topic/4yi/
Did wolverines ever live in Michigan?
Read full article: Did wolverines ever live in Michigan?We received this question about traffic stops through our 4YI form, where you can ask us anything about Michigan and/or Metro Detroit and we will do our best to get back with an answer(s). Question:“Did wolverines ever live in Michigan?”Answer:Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Communications and Education Coordinator Hannah Schauer said if wolverines were ever native to Michigan, they were pushed out over 200 years ago. It’s unknown how the wolverine arrived in Michigan, but Schauer said DNA evidence suggests it was related to animals native to Alaska. Fish and Wildlife Services have the wolverine listed as a threatened species -- meaning they’re vulnerable to endangerment in the future. 4YI -- Ask us a question about Metro Detroit or MichiganWhat do you have questions about in Metro Detroit or Michigan that you’d like us to investigate?
If there’s no speed limit posted, what speed should you go on Michigan roads?
Read full article: If there’s no speed limit posted, what speed should you go on Michigan roads?We received this question about traffic stops through our 4YI form, where you can ask us anything about Michigan and/or Metro Detroit and we will do our best to get back with an answer(s). Question:“If there’s no speed limit sign posted, then what is the normal speed limit?” -- AnonymousAnswer:The speed limit depends on where you are. Michigan Vehicle Code 257.627 establishes a person must drive a limit that is “careful and prudent" and shouldn’t exceed a limit that is “reasonable and proper.” The statute lists the limits for businesses, parks, residential areas and other roadways. However, the unposted speed limit on public roadways is 55 mph, except on expressways where the unposted limit is 70 mph, according to Michigan Vehicle Code 257.628 while the limit for residential areas is 25 mph, according to Michigan State Police. 4YI -- Ask us a question about Metro Detroit or MichiganWhat do you have questions about in Metro Detroit or Michigan that you’d like us to investigate?
Introducing 4YI -- your questions about Michigan, Metro Detroit answered
Read full article: Introducing 4YI -- your questions about Michigan, Metro Detroit answeredIntroducing 4YI -- your questions about Michigan, Metro Detroit answeredPublished: February 20, 2020, 8:53 amWelcome to 4YI, the place where you can ask us questions about Metro Detroit or Michigan. We will work to track down the answer(s). To submit a question, go here: https://www.clickondetroit.com/topic/4yi/
Growing marijuana in Michigan: Here’s what to know about the law
Read full article: Growing marijuana in Michigan: Here’s what to know about the lawDETROIT – As of Dec. 6, 2018 it is legal to grow your own marijuana in the state of Michigan. Legal adults in Michigan are allowed to grow up to 12 marijuana plants inside their residence. If the caregiver is also a patient and has five patients, he or she can grow up to 72 marijuana plants. Michigan adopted its statutory definition of marijuana in the Public Health Code, utilizing the then current federal spelling, marihuana. An act of the Michigan Legislature would be required in order to change the spelling of marijuana in the Michigan statutes, such as the Public Health Code or the newer marijuana laws.
Is the Michigan Lottery really helping schools?
Read full article: Is the Michigan Lottery really helping schools?In 2019, the Michigan Lottery reported its biggest contribution to schools ever -- a record $1.07 billion. Lottery revenue and Michigan schools: What’s the deal? (Michigan Senate) (Michigan Senate)In 2019, about 27 cents of every dollar spent on Michigan Lottery games went to the SAF. So is the Michigan Lottery helping schools? The theory that the Michigan Lottery is lying about its contribution to schools is probably based on the heavy marketing by the lottery on helping schools, and the overall distrust of government to properly allocate funds.
The story of Boblo Island
Read full article: The story of Boblo IslandBoblo (or Bob-Lo) sparks memories for many adults who spent summers riding the ferry to Boblo Island, visiting its amusement park or just enjoying a picnic. They transformed the island into an amusement park, including a coaster, Ferris wheel, fun house and more. (From 2018: Old Boblo Island boat catches fire at Detroit marina)BOBLO BOAT TOUR: Take a video tour of the historic boat that traveled the Detroit River for 81 years. http://bit.ly/2cIo6Ny (Video by Alex Atwell) Posted by WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit on Wednesday, September 28, 2016Vintage Boblo Boat (Video)VINTAGE BOBLO: Throwback video of the old Boblo boat and Boblo Island. Here are some we found on various blogs and forums:I was one of the last generations of people who were able to enjoy Bob-Lo island amusement park.