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A new curling and ax-throwing facility is opening in Novi

The HUB Stadium will also include a restaurant and bar

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The best of the best cosplay we saw at Motor City Comic Con 2022

NOVI, MI - Tens of thousands of people from all over the country descended upon Metro Detroit for Michigan’s largest pop culture event and the cosplayers did not disappoint. Motor City Comic Con took place all weekend at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. The event featured artists and vendors, panels, gaming and celebrity guests, including William Shatner, Cary Elwes, Alicia Silverstone and Danny Trejo.

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Talking with ‘Scream’ star Jamie Kennedy, William Shatner’s neighbor at comic con

NOVI, MI - He didn’t make it through the first “Scream” movie. We caught up with actor Jamie Kennedy at Motor City Comic Con taking place all weekend at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. Kennedy is part of a “Scream” reunion with Skeet Ulrich and Michigan native Matthew Lillard at the event which is full of celebrities, cosplayers, artists and vendors and more. Why not bring me back in “Stab.” Right now, I’m dead, that’s what I know. “We’ve got a super legend right here, so maybe when I’m older, I’ll still be doing this.

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A small taste of wildly creative cosplay from Motor City Comic Con

(Photo by Edward Pevos | MLive)George, yes, that is his real name, from Livonia as George Michael. (Photo by Edward Pevos | MLive)6-year old Camden as Batman and Caitlin as the Riddler from Clinton Township. (Photo by Edward Pevos | MLive)Tyler from Brighton as Chainsaw Man, a Japanese manga series. (Photo by Edward Pevos | MLive)Eiran from Detroit as Micolash, Host of the Nightmare from the game “Bloodborne.”(Photo by Edward Pevos | MLive)Perry and Ashley from Owosso as Link and Zelda. (Photo by Edward Pevos | MLive)Jessi from Richland as Esdeath from “Akame Ga Kill,” a fantasy anime.

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Motor City Comic Con kicks off Friday with major celebrity guests

The annual Motor City Comic Con is drawing comic fans from across Michigan to Metro Detroit this weekend, and will feature some big-name celebrities.

20 celebrities who will be hanging out in Michigan this weekend

Motor City Comic Con is taking place from Friday, May 13 through Sunday, May 15 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. He has also done special effects and make-up for “The Walking Dead” and “Watchmen.” He will be at Motor City Comic Con on Friday and Saturday. Freddie Prinze Jr. will be at Motor City Comic Con on Saturday and Sunday. William ShatnerWilliam Shatner will be at the 2022 Motor City Comic Con in Michigan. (Photo by Kristyna Wentz-Graff / The Oregonian)He will boldly be at Motor City Comic Con on Friday and Saturday.

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Motor City Comic Con returns this weekend with cosplay, celebrities, and a ‘Superman’ celebration

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Crushing cars to raise mental health awareness: What Novi students are doing for U-Matter Week

Suicide is the second-leading cause of death in people 10 to 34 years old.

Toys can be a great learning tool, this children’s center expert says

April is Autism Awareness Month, which makes it a great time to learn about resources that can help children with special needs and their families.

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‘Scream’ reunion set for Michigan’s largest comic con with Skeet, Matthew, Jamie

Get ready for a “Scream” reunion at Motor City Comic Con. Skeet Ulrich, Jamie Kennedy and Lansing’s own, Matthew Lillard, will be at Michigan’s largest comic con taking place at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi from Friday, May 13 through Sunday, May 15. Tickets, which can be purchased here, are:Ages 13 and up: Friday - $30; Saturday - $40; Sunday - $35; VIP - $249; Adult Weekend Pass - $85; Kids 5 and under are free; Kids 6-12 are $10 on Friday and Saturday; Kids 12 and under are free on Sunday; Kids Weekend Pass - $20. Motor City Comic Con’s last event took place this past October after it was delayed due to COVID. MOTOR CITY COMIC CON 2021:

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California woman flew to Michigan, rented Airbnb to meet 15-year-old boy, police say

NOVI, MI – A 33-year-old California woman was arrested after she flew to Michigan, rented an Airbnb and sent an Uber to pick up a teenage boy she had been talking to for more than a year. Sin is charged with child sexually abusive activity and using a computer to commit a crime. Novi police told Fox 2 in Detroit that Sin met the boy on an app when he was 14 years old. The conversation then moved from the app to texts and got progressively more explicit, according to the TV station. This led to Sin booking an Airbnb in Royal Oak for a month, as well as the planned meeting, Fox 2 reported.

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Woman flies in from San Francisco to meet with Novi boy she’d been talking to for year, police say

A woman was arrested after she flew in from San Francisco, rented an Airbnb in Royal Oak and sent an Uber to pick up a Novi boy she’d been talking to for more than a year, officials said.

Looking for something fun to do around the D this weekend?

There are fun events planned from Detroit to Ferndale, Brighton and Novi.

Morning 4: Police find woman’s body on I-696 near I-275 ramp -- and more news

Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.

Woman’s body found unresponsive on I-696 in Novi, police say

Lanes on I-696 were closed in the Farmington Hills/Novi area early Wednesday morning following reports that a woman’s body was in the right lane of the freeway.

Traffic Alert: WB I-696 reopens at I-275

All westbound lanes of I-696 are now reopened at I-275 after closing Wednesday morning for a police investigation.

1 dead in 3-vehicle crash at Michigan freeway construction zone

NOVI, MI – A 28-year-old woman is dead after a three-vehicle pile-up at the approach to a construction zone on I-96 in southeast Michigan over the weekend, WDIV Local 4 reports. He was traveling at 70 mph while approaching a construction zone, failed to stop and rear-ended a red Kia, sending it into a red Subaru. A 28-year-old Farmington Hills woman was in the backseat of the Kia and died in the collision, police said. The driver and front-seat passenger of the Kia were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Michigan State Police troopers are investigating the crash.

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Pickup driver crashes into car stopped at I-96 construction zone, killing Farmington Hills woman

A pickup truck driver who was going 70 mph while approaching a construction zone and couldn’t stop in time after a lane change crashed into the back of a car and killed a Farmington Hills woman, police said.

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Police: Truck rear ends stopped car in I-96 construction zone in Novi, killing backseat passenger

A 28-year-old woman was killed in a car crash Saturday morning after a truck rear ended the vehicle she was in on I-96 in Novi, according to authorities.

Police investigating ‘serious’ I-96 crash in Novi

Michigan State Police are investigating a “serious” crash that closed I-96 lanes Saturday morning in Novi.

Novi father faces possible life in prison for abuse of 3-month-old twins, officials say

A Novi father is facing the possibility of life in prison for the abuse of his 3-month-old twins, officials said.

Watch Twiggy The Water Skiing Squirrel zip around on her skis at a Michigan event

Twiggy The Water Skiing Squirrel is in Michigan all weekend showing off her skills for fans at a big event. Twiggy will be zipping around on her skis in front of an audience multiple times a day at the Novi Boat Show. There have been many Twiggy The Water Skiing Squirrels which have been entertaining fans since 1979. Best says Twiggy is the spokesanimal for the National Safe Boating Council Wear-It Campaign, which promotes water safety. They are fun to watch, but if you find a squirrel, find a local rehabber.

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Parents react as school districts across Metro Detroit drop masks mandates

The time has officially come for some districts to finally remove the mask from the classroom setting as more and more counties adhere to new CDC recommendations.

Popular TikTok user accused of 4 armed robberies in Novi, Dearborn, Commerce Township

A TikTok user with nearly 150,000 followers has been linked to four armed robberies that happened over the last three months in Novi, Dearborn and Commerce Township.

Star of popular Amazon Prime show ‘Reacher’ coming to Motor City Comic Con

“Reacher” lead actor, Alan Ritchson, will be at Motor City Comic Con in Novi from Friday, May 13 through Sunday, May 15. “Reacher,” which was just released this year on Amazon Prime, has been so popular, it has already been renewed for a second season. The first season of the action-packed Amazon Prime show is based on the international bestseller, “Killing Floor,” by Lee Child. Motor City Comic Con’s last event took place this past October after it was delayed due to COVID. MOTOR CITY COMIC CON 2021:

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American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Luncheon returns to Metro Detroit

The American Heart Association announced the 2022 Go Red for Women Luncheon is returning for an in-person event on Feb. 25.

Milford driver dies after failing to stop at tracks, colliding with train, police say

A Milford woman died Wednesday after she failed to stop her car at a railroad crossing and collided with a train, police said.

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William Shatner to attend Motor City Comic Con -- here’s how to buy tickets

William Shatner, best known for playing Captain Kirk in “Star Trek,” has been announced as a guest at this year’s Motor City Comic Con.

Captain Kirk himself, William Shatner, announced for Michigan’s biggest comic con

Captain Kirk himself, William Shatner, is the first guest announced for the huge pop culture event. The 2022 Motor City Comic Con takes place at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi from Friday, May 13 through Sunday, May 15. Motor City Comic Con’s last event took place this past October after it was delayed due to COVID. “Every year we have been making Motor City Comic Con bigger and better, and we are thrilled to soon reveal the plans for 2022″ said Michael Goldman, Founder and Convention Promotor of Motor City Comic Con. New in 2022, guests can avoid the long admission lines by purchasing RFID wristbands which will be mailed to homes for an additional $15 fee.

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Stylish eyeglass store Warby Parker opening Twelve Oaks Mall location

New York-based eyeglass retailer Warby Parker is opening its latest location in Novi's Twelve Oaks Mall. The store, the company's fourth in Michigan, opens on...

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Police: 2 boys killed, 3 hurt when pickup runs through stop sign, crashes in Livingston County

Two teenagers were killed and three others were hospitalized over the weekend when a pickup truck went through a stop sign and caused a collision in Livingston County, deputies said.

Michiganders gearing up for opening ceremony of 2022 Winter Olympics

We are 17 days away from the opening ceremonies of the 2022 Winter Olympics, where residents of Michigan will be well represented in Beijing. Some of our athletes have a real shot at bringing home a medal.

Boil water notice for Commerce Township, Walled Lake is lifted

A precautionary boil water notice has been issued in Commerce Township and Walled Lake after a water main break caused a loss of pressure.

Boil water notice for Commerce Township, Walled Lake is lifted

A precautionary boil water notice has been issued in Commerce Township and Walled Lake after a water main break caused a loss of pressure.

Boil water advisory for Novi is lifted

A boil water advisory first issued Tuesday for a large area in Novi has been lifted, officials announced Thursday (Jan. 13) morning.

Boil water advisory for Novi is lifted

A boil water advisory first issued Tuesday for a large area in Novi has been lifted, officials announced Thursday (Jan. 13) morning.

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Predator catchers group confronts man who went to Novi hotel to meet child

Police in Novi arrested a man accused of trying to lure someone he believed was a 14-year-old girl to a hotel.

Predator catchers confront man who went to Novi hotel to meet 14-year-old girl, police say

Predator catchers confronted a man outside a Novi hotel after he went there thinking he was going to meet up with a 14-year-old girl for sex, officials said.

2022 Winter Olympic ice dance teams have ties to Metro Detroit

U.S. Figure Skating has announced the three ice dance teams that will compete at the 2022 Winter Olympics, and they all have ties to Metro Detroit.

How to meet Outdoor Channel host and Michigan’s own Mark Zona at a big weekend event

NOVI, MI - A popular name in the world of the great outdoors is making an appearance at a big event this weekend. You can meet Mark Zona at the Ultimate Fishing Show taking place through Sunday, Jan. 9 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. Zona, who was born in Chicago and lives in Sturgis, Michigan, is the host of his own show on the Outdoor Channel called “Zona’s Awesome Fishing Show. He’s also a regular on various ESPN Outdoors shows. Zona will be at the Ultimate Fishing Show on Sunday only.

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Novi native Paul Whelan marks 3 years as a prisoner in Russia

Paul Whelan was arrested in Moscow on Dec. 28, 2018.

Officials release video evidence against Novi man in Jan. 6 insurrection case

A man from Novi is the focus of a new video from the Jan. 6, 2021 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.

This Novi deli makes sandwiches that are works of art

Here at Picasso Deli in Novi, the masterpieces are piled high with turkey and come with chips on the side. Michelle Oliver takes us there to Dine in the D and met the family behind these crave-worthy creations.

Holiday brews and dinosaur roars are just some of what’s happening this weekend

Three events that will have you and your family's spirits bright this weekend

Ex-Facebook crypto engineers raise $36 million from Andreessen Horowitz for Mysten Labs

Andreessen Horowitz led a $36 million financing of Mysten Labs, a crypto and blockchain infrastructure tech start-up founded by former Facebook engineers.

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How do schools make disciplinary decisions? When is it time to get police involved?

Could this have been prevented? That’s the question on a lot of people’s minds. When do schools sound the alarm about students and why?

Fireworks-related death of NHL goalie Matiss Kivlenieks ruled accidental

NOVI, MI -- No criminal charges will be filed in the fireworks-related death of Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks at a Detroit-area home. Kivlenieks was at the Novi home of former Red Wings goalie Manny Legace, who was Kivlenieks’ goalie coach with Columbus, on July 4 when he died. His death has officially been ruled accidental and the case is now closed, according to the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office. This past season, he played two games for the Blue Jackets and eight for the American Hockey League’s Cleveland Monsters. A native of Riga, Latvia, Kivlenieks signed with the Blue Jackets as a free agent in May 2017 and played eight games for the club overall.

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Prosector Rules Fireworks-Related Death Of NHL Goalie Kivlenieks Accidental

The Oakland County Prosecutor's Office announced that no criminal charges will be filed in the fireworks-related death of Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks at a Novi home during a party on July 4.

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Detroit jeweler Rebel Nell opens store at Twelve Oaks Mall

Rebel Nell, a company that makes jewelry from Detroit graffiti, is expanding to the suburbs. The company is set to open a new storefront at...

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Launch Trampoline Park jumps into Ann Arbor

ANN ARBOR, MI -- Launch Trampoline Park plans to spring into Ann Arbor with a new facility opening planned for December. The Ann Arbor location, at 800 West Eisenhower Parkway, will be one of two upcoming openings, with a second planned for Novi at 44255 West 12 Mile Road, said area manager Aaron Jacobs. The Ann Arbor Launch park will feature a rock wall, launch pad, open jump area, static line and a “ninja course.” The Novi location will have an open jump area, an agility course, dodgeball and an “XP Area,” which is an agility course combined with a point-based scoring system. While pricing has not yet been set for the Ann Arbor location, tickets for the Novi location costs between $23 and $39, with a family package costing $139. Launch Trampoline Park currently has four locations in Michigan, with the new additions bringing the total to six.

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Get into the holiday spirit at these events this weekend

Lighting the tree and holiday shopping will get the family in the yuletide spirit.

Michigan ammo store sells bullets inscribed with anti-Biden phrase, ‘Let’s Go Brandon’

A Novi ammunition store is selling bullets engraved with the phrase, “Let’s Go Brandon,” a coded insult that means “Fuck Joe Biden.” Fenix Ammunition is...

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How to watch the 2021 MHSAA boys soccer state championships

The Michigan High School Athletic Association will host the 2021 boys soccer state championship matches on Saturday at Novi and Comstock Park High Schools. For those planning to attend the state title matches in person, tickets can be purchased online at gofan.co. Division 1 ticketsDivision 2 ticketsDivision 3 ticketsDivision 4 ticketsIf you can’t attend the state championship races, you can still view the events remotely by purchasing a monthly pass to MHSAA.tv for $10.99. Below is the schedule for Saturday’s matchesDivision 1 at NoviNew Baltimore Anchor Bay (22-1-1) vs Okemos (19-0-4), noonDivision 2 at Comstock ParkBloomfield Hills Brother Rice (10-6-4) vs Grand Rapids Christian (15-7-2), noonDivision 3 at Comstock ParkGrosse Ile (21-1-1) vs Grand Rapids South Christian (21-0-3), 3 p.m.Division 4 at NoviClarkston Everest Collegiate (18-2-4) vs Wyoming Potter’s House (23-3-1), 3 p.m.---STREAMING OPTIONSDivision 1Division 2Division 3Division 4---MORE MLIVE HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER STORIESMichigan State commit’s first-half goal sends Potter’s House to state finalsThree Grand Rapids soccer teams advance to Saturday’s state finalsGrosse Ile in state soccer finals for 4th straight year after 2-0 win over Flint Powers

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Man accused of trying to kidnap girl from Kroger sent for competency exam

NOVI, MI -- A competency exam has been ordered for a 24-year-old Dearborn man who is accused of attempting to kidnap a girl from a Kroger store in Novi last month. During the hearing, Mangone’s attorney, Melissa Krauskopf, requested a competency examination be conducted on Mangone, according to C&G News. Judge Robert Bondy granted the exam and said the results would factor into a separate request made by Mangone to represent himself in court. Bondy said he was not ready to answer that until the exam results were returned. Police said the girl’s mother fought Mangone off two times as he tried to grab the girl, but he was unsuccessful.

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Boil water notice lifted for Commerce Township, Novi, Walled Lake following water main break in Farmington Hills

A boil water notice has been lifted for Commerce Township, Novi and Walled Lake following a water main break in Farmington Hills that impacted several areas.

Stalker, thriller movie shot in Michigan: How to attend red carpet premiere of ‘An Intrusion’

The movie, which is filled with suspense and twists and turns, follows Layne, played by Dustin Prince. Things kind of spiral out of control for him.”All of the movie was shot in and around Detroit. All of the crew who worked on the film were also from Michigan, as well as a lot of the cast. Two of the lead actors are from Metro Detroit.”“Audiences will notice we shot in heart of downtown Detroit. “The cast and crew on this movie were just exceptional,” added Holland.

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Oakland County water main repairs expected to take up to 5 days

A massive water main break in Farmington Hills is impacting several Metro Detroit communities and it will be days before water service is back to normal.

Multiple homes damaged from massive water main break in Farmington Hills

A massive water main break in Farmington Hills damaged multiple homes and several Metro Detroit communities are now under boil water advisories.

Boil water advisories issued for 3 Oakland County areas: What you need to know

A boil water advisory has been issued for all Novi, Walled Lake and Commerce Township residents after a water main break caused low water pressure for many in the city on Sunday.

Morning Briefing Nov. 1, 2021: Three areas in Oakland County under boil water, this week’s election voter guide, American Airlines delays, more

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Boil water advisory issued for Novi, Walled Lake, Commerce Township after water main break in Farmington Hills

A boil water advisory has been issued for all Novi residents after a water main break caused low water pressure for many in the city on Sunday.

Three new teams join Michigan high school state volleyball Top 10 rankings

Three new teams joined the Top 10 as the Michigan high school volleyball season heads into the final week of the regular season. Novi in Division 1, Frankenmuth in Division 2 and Cass City in Division 3 made appearances in the Week 10 state rankings by the Michigan Interscholastic Volleyball Coaches Association.

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Dearborn man accused of trying kidnap young girl from Novi Kroger

Novi police arrested a Dearborn man after he allegedly tried to kidnap a 12-year-old girl multiple times from a local Kroger store.

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Nightside Report Oct. 26, 2021: Man tried to kidnap child inside grocery store, video shows moment woman took 80-year-old’s purse

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Man tried to kidnap, threatened to sexually assault 12-year-old girl inside Novi grocery store, police say

A man from Dearborn is facing multiple charges after police said he tried to kidnap and sexually assault a 12-year-old inside a Novi grocery store.

Man allegedly tried to kidnap girl from a Michigan Kroger 4 times while she shopped with family

NOVI, MI -- A 24-year-old Dearborn man is accused of attempting to kidnap a child and assault her after he allegedly tried to grab the girl multiple times while she was shopping with her family Sunday evening. Police declined to say what evidence led to the assault with intent charge being brought against Mangone, as the case is ongoing. Police were called to a Kroger store located on Grand River Avenue in Novi around 7:41 p.m. Sunday for a report of an attempted kidnapping. Police say the girl’s mother twice fought off Mangone as he allegedly attempted to grab the girl. The girl and her family were shaken up following the incident, but no one was injured.

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Michigan General Election Results for Novi on Nov. 2, 2021

Track live election results for Madison Heights in the 2021 Michigan General Election on Tuesday, Nov. 2.

From pushback on Facebook's digital wallet to iris scanning for free coins: 6 things that happened in crypto this past week

From Facebook's digital wallet Novi using stablecoin Paxos to Worldcoin's iris scanning for free coins, here's 6 things that happened in crypto this past week.

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Man killed in I-96 crash in Livingston County identified by police

LIVINGSTON COUNTY, MI – Police have identified the motorist killed in a crash along I-96 near Brighton Tuesday morning. William Rickerman, 52, of Novi, died Oct. 19, in the single vehicle crash on westbound I-96 near Kensington Road in Brighton Township, according to Michigan State Police. Novi man killed in I-96 crash in Livingston CountyEmergency crews were called to the area at 7:35 a.m. Tuesday after a fellow motorist reported a vehicle that had run off the freeway, police said. Crews arrived and found the crashed vehicle with Rickerman inside. No other vehicles appeared to be involved and the cause of the crash remains under investigation, police said.

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Novi man killed in I-96 crash in Livingston County

LIVINGSTON COUNTY, MI – A Novi man was killed Tuesday morning in a crash off I-96 in Livingston County, police said. Crews arrived to find a single vehicle had crashed on the side of the freeway, police said. The vehicle’s driver, a 52-year-old Novi man, was pronounced dead at the scene. No other vehicles appeared to be involved and the cause of the crash remains under investigation, police said. The man’s name is not being released at this time pending notification of next of kin.

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Coinbase stock rises after Facebook taps it for help on new cryptocurrency project

Facebook launched its digital wallet called Novi with the help of Coinbase.

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Cosplay taken to epic levels at Motor City Comic Con 2021

Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveCheck out Gillian from Waterford. Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveThis moment was a thrill for six year old Mathew from Royal Oak. Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveJohn from East Tawas put a different spin on his “Guardians of the Galaxy” Star-Lord cosplay. Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveHere’s Caroline from Royal Oak dressed as Chun-Li from the “Street Fighter 2″ arcade game. Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveHere’s another cosplayer who incorporated the mask into the costume.

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These celebrities spent their weekend in Michigan at the return of the state’s biggest comic con

NOVI, MI - The pop culture frenzy known as Motor City Comic Con made a triumphant return this weekend after a two and a half year hiatus due to COVID. Celebrities galore spent all weekend in Michigan taking photos with fans and signing autographs at Michigan’s largest comic con. The event, which is usually held each May, took place at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. It was cancelled in 2020 and postponed this year. The 2019 event drew 70,000 people from all over the country.

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The epic photo op no one saw at comic con in Michigan with ‘The Mandalorian’ stars

NOVI - Some moments are too cool not to share with the world. This is the private photo op from Michigan’s largest comic con nobody at the convention saw and it involved two of the biggest celebrities who attended. Giancarlo Esposito and Ming-Na Wen had just finished their “The Mandalorian” celebrity panel discussion. Every seat was filled and the hour flew by with behind the scenes “Star Wars” stories from the stars who played Moth Gideon and Fennec Shand.

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Singer Meat Loaf’s legendary career started in Michigan: The story in his own words

NOVI, MI - His powerful operatic voice is unmistakable. He’s sold more than 60 million albums worldwide over his more than 40-year career and starred in dozens of movies and television shows. And it all started in Michigan. We caught up with Meat Loaf at Motor City Comic Con who says if it weren’t for Michigan, none of us may have ever heard his music. You can watch our entire interview with him at the top of this story.

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Michael Myers himself is in Michigan as ‘Halloween Kills’ opens in theaters

At the same time, the actor who plays Michael Myers is hanging out in Michigan the same weekend “Halloween Kills” hit theaters. James Jude Courtney is at Michigan’s biggest and longest running comic con, Motor City Comic Con. Courtney played Myers in the 2018 film, “Halloween,” the 2021 movie which came out this weekend and will be back one more time in the 2022 sequel, “Halloween Ends.”“We shoot “Halloween Ends” starting in January, assuming IATSE does not strike. Courtney says he never puts on the Michael Myers mask unless he’s filming a scene for a “Halloween” movie. He says some of the stunts in the “Halloween” movies were some of his most challenging.

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A small taste of the creative cosplay we saw at Michigan’s biggest comic con

NOVI, MI - Cosplayers came out in full force on day one of Michigan’s largest comic con. After a two and a half year postponement due to COVID, Motor City Comic Con has returned this weekend. Masks are required at the big event which runs through Sunday, October 17 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. Some people took off their masks for a moment to take photos for MLive.

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Motor City Comic Con returns to Detroit after taking year off due to COVID

Before the pandemic, comic and pop culture conventions had gotten bigger than ever. Motor City Comic Con was no exception.

Top Facebook digital currency engineers depart to join Andreessen Horowitz's crypto fund

Two of Facebook's leads in its Novi digital wallet division left the company to join Andreessen Horowitz's growing crypto team.

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Michigan’s largest comic con implements mask mandate, vaccination proof not required

NOVI, MI - Michigan’s largest comic con has just announced a mask mandate for its 2021 event. This year, organizers have decided all guests, staff, exhibitors and attendees must wear masks. Celebrity guests will not be wearing masks during photo ops. Prior to the event, attendees will be notified if plexiglass barriers will be used during a certain photo op. Vaccinations will not be required to get into Motor City Comic Con and proof of vaccination status will not be requested.

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Former Daughter-in-law of Dr. Anderson Speaks Out In Support Of Anderson’s Victims, All Victims Of Sexual Abuse

The ex-daughter-in-law of Dr. Robert Anderson, the former U of M doctor who’s accused of decades of sexual abuse against hundreds of students, speaks out in support of the victims. Say’s Anderson may have played a role in her teenage son’s...

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New district tops 2022 list of Michigan’s best school districts: Check top 25 here

A new school district has taken over the top spot in Niche’s 2022 rankings for the best districts in Michigan.

Facebook, Biden officials poised for clash as tech giant seeks approval for new global payments system

Embattled Facebook is seeking to show that the project does not put the financial system at risk, but Biden officials remain concerned.

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Michigan man, 25, dies in highway shooting

DETROIT – A 25-year-old Novi man was fatally shot while traveling on I-96 in Detroit on Monday in what police believe was a targeted attack. A witness heard shots fired on the freeway and then saw the victim’s vehicle exit at Greenfield, Michigan State Police said in a news release. The Detroit Police Department located the vehicle with bullet holes in it. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead, police said. MSP closed a portion of eastbound I-96 for several hours after the incident as they investigated and collected evidence.

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25-year-old Novi man found dead inside car on I-96 in Detroit, police say

Police said a 25-year-old man was found dead inside a car Monday afternoon on Interstate 96 in Detroit.

Michigan State Fair Returns, Now Through Labor Day

The Michigan State Fair is back in person this Labor Day weekend, bringing family fun to the Suburban Showplace in Novi.

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Parents, Teachers Call For Mask Mandate At Protest In Livingston County

In Livingston County, there is outrage over a lack of mask requirements for students.

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Novi police investigate ‘potential drowning’ after father pulls 7-year-old son from pond

Police in Novi are investigating a “potential drowning” incident after a father pulled his 7-year-old son, who was found unresponsive, from a pond.

Frodo himself, Elijah Wood, coming to Michigan’s biggest comic con, Motor City

Wood will be signing autographs and taking photos with fans at Motor City Comic Con on Saturday, October 16 and Sunday, October 17. The event takes place at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi from Friday, October 15th through Sunday the 17th. Tens of thousands of people from around the country attend Motor City Comic Con each year. The event usually takes place right after Mother’s Day in May with the last MCCC taking place in 2019. MORE FROM MLIVE:The top 15 best cosplayers we saw at Grand Rapids Comic Con 2021 Summer BashOur 10 favorite celebrity sightings from Grand Rapids Comic Con 2021The original Black ‘Power Ranger’ reminisces on his Michigan roots, born and raised

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Enjoy those summer vibes on this waterfront patio in Novi

Picture this, sipping on a cold beer and noshing on a gigantic burger while overlooking the water ... that’s what you’ll find at Driftwood Bar and Grille in Novi.

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Today: Red Cross partnering with Gardner-White for blood drives in Metro Detroit

Gardner-White and the American Red Cross are teaming up to host blood drives on Aug. 19 and 20 in Metro Detroit.

Family fun is just a swing away at this putt putt park!

Enjoy a day at this colorful putt putt park, like Jason Carr and his daughter did!

Novi High School robotics team inducted into hall of fame

On Monday, the FIRST Robotics Competition inducted Novi High School’s robotics team into its hall of fame.

Parents of murdered Oakland County jogger hope tipster will come forward

Ally Brueger was shot and killed along a dirt road near her home in Rose Township on July 30, 2016. Since then, her parents have never stopped working to find her killer.

Scary creative cosplay at Michigan’s largest horror comic con, Motor City Nightmares

Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveCheck out Margery from Birmingham. Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveThis is Kristina from Mt. Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveCheck out this family from Shelby Township. Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveHere’s Jake from Shelby Township dressed as Jack from “The Shining.”Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveJanine from Westland didn’t need to dress in cosplay. Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveThis is Jacob from Auburn Hills cosplaying as Jason from “Friday the 13th.”Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveKarla from Auburn Hills made her own character.

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All the celebrity sightings at Michigan’s largest horror comic con, Motor City Nightmares

NOVI, MI - Horror genre celebrities from movies and television shows alike returned to Michigan for the state’s largest horror comic con, Motor City Nightmares. Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveVeteran actor William Forsythe returned to Motor City Nightmares this year. Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveThis guy is known for playing villains in many films and on numerous TV Shows. He’s also been in numerous horror movies including “Trailer Park of Terror” and “From Dusk Till Dawn 2.”Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveActress Traci Lords returned to Motor City Nightmares this year. Photo by Edward Pevos | MLiveHere’s another horror legend who appeared at Motor City Nightmares this year.

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Halloween in July returns at Michigan’s largest horror con, Motor City Nightmares

NOVI, MI - The creepiest, kookiest and scariest comic con in Michigan is back and as frightening as ever. Motor City Nightmares returns for 2021 this weekend. The horror con, which features celebrity guests, local artists and vendors, panels, horror-themed cosplay and a film festival, takes place at the Sheraton Detroit Novi at 21111 Haggerty Road from Friday, July 30 through Sunday, August 1. Tickets, which can be purchased ahead of time here or at the door, are $75 for the entire weekend, $30 for Friday, $35 for Saturday and $20 for Sunday. “We are officially the only all female run horror convention in the country and are so happy to be back in full force with the amazing support of the fans.

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A look at Michigan’s first indoor skydiving complex in action ahead of its opening

We checked out Michigan’s first indoor skydiving complex before opening day. The indoor skydiving complex allows people ages 3 and up and those with disabilities to feel the power and thrill of flying. “This is the world’s first generation 9 tunnel, and Detroit gets it,” Dakota Harrold with iFLY Detroit told MLive. “We’re talking about a very expensive vertical wind tunnel. The vertical wind tunnel is used not only for recreational flights, but also to train athletes and military personnel.

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I-275 closures planned this weekend, traffic backups possible

NOVI, MI -- Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead this weekend if they intend to drive along I-275, as a pair of closures have been announced. The following day, I-275 will be closed completely from 5 a.m. until 9 a.m. between 8 Mile Road and Grand River for maintenance work as well. The ramps leading from eastbound I-96, southbound M-5, westbound I-696 and northbound M-5 will all be closed during this time. Traffic on northbound I-275 south of 8 Mile Road will be diverted onto 8 Mile Road during the Sunday closures. To see a map of the closures and when they will take place, visit the Michigan Department of Transportation website.

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Blue Jackets: Sudden death of goalie has ‘far-reaching’ effects

COLUMBUS — Matiss Kivlenieks was with teammate and close friend Elvis Merzlikins in Michigan for the wedding of the daughter of Columbus Blue Jackets’ goaltender coach Manny Legace and a Fourth of July celebration. Kivlenieks played in 85 games for the the the Cleveland Monsters, the team’s American Hockey League affiliate, and in eight games for the Blue Jackets in the past two seasons. 3 Blue Jackets goaltender and a candidate to be No. With Blue Jackets goalies nursing injuries, Kivlenieks made his NHL debut on Jan. 19, 2020. “It was a special interest to watch the young man play,” said Davidson, a former goalie.

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