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University of Michigan researchers found evidence that life in the ancient geologic formation known as the Antrim Shale might be as diverse as a drop of ocean water. "It's pretty mind-blowing," said one researcher. The findings could change how the field thinks about carbon cycling underground.

Getting to Capitol Hill might be an uphill climb for Barr. Republican U.S. Rep. Jack Bergman has held the seat for 10 years, and it's been occupied by a Republican since 2011.

A handful of questions faced voters in various counties and towns on Tuesday. A crucial one in Benzie was defeated by an incredibly narrow margin.

Democrat Jocelyn Benson and Republican John James both handily clinched their party's nominations in primary voting on Tuesday.

Live election results: Get the latest on Michigan's U.S. Senate, U.S. House and gubernatorial primary races.

Antrim County resident Ashley Areeda's first petition was denied by the Board of Canvassers primarily for a discrepancy in the language. A resubmitted version of the petition, drafted with a lawyer, focuses on the actions of County Clerk Victoria Bishop.

They won't elaborate on their plans or say how many signatures they did collect in their effort to remove Prosecuting Attorney Noelle Moeggenberg from office.

The Michigan Public Service Commission now must redo its analysis, adding time to a review process that has already dragged on for eight years.

The report commissioned by Interlochen Center for the Arts details some 70 incidents of sexual abuse dating back to the 1950s. Grand Traverse County Prosecutor Noelle Moeggenberg confirmed that she’s looking into the cases that “may still be prosecuted.”

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners announced the separation of County Administrator Jim Dyer after months of workplace misconduct allegations.