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For those who enjoy events like the Renaissance Fair, you don't have to wait until August to enjoy some fantastical fun. The Michigan Fantasy Festival is happening July 11th and 12th. The festival in St. Clair Shores promises vendors, food, and immersive performances. WWJ's Rachel Miller talked with Event Coordinators Aubrey Mead and Amanda Marshall about the magic behind this unique event

A total of 20 chickens and 2 geese were taken from the Ribbon Farms 4-H coop. Wendy Jerome -- one of the leaders of the club -- tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester about the search and how everyone's doing now (photo credit: Getty Images)

It might be time to give your ears a rest while sleeping. Prolonged sound exposure, even at moderate levels, may contribute to hearing damage over time. Dr. Kristen Angster, an otolaryngologist (ENT) with Henry Ford Health talked with WWJ's Ryan Wrecker. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

More events are being held to celebrate America 250 in northern Michigan this weekend. WWJ's Beth Fisher spoke with Dominick Miller, of the Mackinac State Historic Parks, about events at Colonial Michilimackinac and on Mackinac Island. (photo credit-Mackinac State Historic Parks)

The North American river otter is once again finding their way into much of the state. DNR bear, furbearer and small game specialist Cody Norton tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester all about this native weasel. (photo credit: Samuel Choy / Getty Images)

Last week, Michigan lawmakers passed a new state education budget that was highlighted by a 2.5% increase in per-pupil funding. Where will the money go? And is it enough to make a difference, as students in our state continue to fall behind? WWJ's Tony Ortiz spoke with Chalkbeat Reporter Lori Higgins, who's been digging into the details. (Photo: Getty Images)

Jim Leyland managed Justin Verlander for 8 seasons in Detroit. He spoke to WWJ's Jeremy Otto about the Tiger legend's career. (Photo by Dave Reginek/Getty Images)

With the recent shakeup in Michigan's Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate, voters who already mailed in their absentee ballots might be wishing for a do-over. Fortunately, Michigan law allows you to change your vote if you act fast. Election law attorney Mark Brewer, with the law firm Goodman Acker, explains the process known as "spoiling" a ballot in an interview with WWJ's Dan Jenkins.

There will be a big party at Eastern Market Wednesday night for what is called First Wednesdays. WWJ's Jackie Paige talked with one of the organizers, Andrew Ehrenberg. (Photo by Elaine Cromie/Getty Images)

The man accused of causing the July 1 I-75 crash that killed a Pontiac family of four will remain behind bars. During his arraignment, Charles Dean Pace stood mute while his attorney waived the formal reading of the charges. A judge denied bond as the second-degree murder case moves forward. Click to hear full interview with victim Tieree Powell's brother.

The new Michigan budget calls for a unform work-from-home policy across all state departments. And that very likely will mean some people will be coming to the office more often. (Photo: Getty Images)

DTE Energy says a combination of factors made last Friday's storm particularly challenging to respond to. The storm knocked out power to roughly 400,000 customers in Metro Detroit — some for several days. DTE President and CEO Joi Harris described the situation as a "highly unique event," noting that the storm hit fast and hard, as the region was dealing with extreme heat and the start of a busy holiday weekend. She offered an update and fielded questions from reporters at a news conference Tuesday. (Photo: Marisa Jenkins/WWJ)

It was a rush to the finish line in Lansing to get a new state budget approved for the year, which was generally supported by the legislature as a win for Michigan. But what's actually in the $84 billion budget? WWJ's Jackie Paige spoke live with Bridge Michigan reporter Jordyn Hermani, who's been digging into it. (Photo: Getty Images)

The world's biggest wheelchair sports event will begin this week in the Detroit Area. Detroit Sports Commission Executive Director Marty Dobek talked with WWJ's Chris Fillar about the games that involve more than 500 athletes and take place July 9th through the 14th. (Photo credit: National Veterans Wheelchair Games)

Michigan's cyclosporiasis cases are exploding. They health department says that they have 678 confirmed cases, with most of them in the Southeast Michigan area. How close are they to finding out the source? WWJ's Ryan Wrecker spoke with Michigan's Chief Medical Executive Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian who said there's a "huge investigation" underway. (Photo: Getty Images)

Officials are out with a fresh warning about carbon monoxide poisoning, after three children died on the Fourth of July in Metro Detroit. With power outages impacting thousands of people in our area, residents are firing up generators to keep their AC running at home. But when not used properly, generators can cause illness and death. WWJ's Amanda Forrester spoke with Detroit Fire Department Chief of Fire Prevention Dennis Hunter for some safety tips. (Photo: Getty Images)

A Metro Detroit native and Pulitzer Prize winner, Bryan Gruley, has written a novel, "River Deep", inspired by a Detroit crime. WWJ's Beth Fisher spoke with Gruley. (Photo credit-Bryian Gruley)

Artists are getting ready to bring their work to Ann Arbor for the annual Summer Art Fair that starts on July 16th. WWJ's Greg Bowman talked with Executive Director Karen Bauer. (Photo credit: Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair)

Michigan Senator Mallory McMorrow announced Sunday she is suspending her campaign for United States Senate. WWJ's Kyle Kimball talked with Dr. Peter Trumbore, Professor and Chair of the Department of Political Science at Oakland University. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

Many DTE Energy customers are spending another day without lights and air conditioning. DTE Senior Vice President of Distribution Operations Brian Calka provided an update on Sunday morning about the outages and restoration efforts. (Photo credit: WWJ's Marisa Jenkins)

WWJ is speaking with the candidates ahead of the August 4th Primary election. WWJ's Tracey McCaskill talked with Congresswoman Haley Stevens, who is running for Michigan’s open U.S. Senate seat. (Photo credit: WWJ)

The much-anticipated Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding is expected to happen over the weekend. Event Producer for Four Seasons Event Group Pilar Doakes tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester everything that goes into planning a wedding -- celebrity or not. (photo credit: Getty Images)

Multiple children are treated every year for sparkler-related injuries. General pediatrician and Co-Director for the National Coalition on Children’s Health U of M Dr. Susan Woolford tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester what you need to know before you reach for that sparkler (photo credit: Getty Images)

Troy Police warn to be vigilant who you donate to and to never let go of control of your iPhone after a woman lost $1,000 when she thought she was donating $50 to two teen boys outside Walmart. They were allegedly collecting money for their college tour. She donated via tap to pay on her iPhone. Sergeant John Julian spoke with WWJ's Christina McDaniel. (Photo Credit: Marisa Jenkins/WWJ)

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding is set for today at Madison Square Garden. It is expected to be an elaborate event inside the iconic New York venus. WWJ's Chris Fillar talked with 1010 WINS reporter Glenn Schuck who was outside Madison Square Garden Friday morning. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images)

As America celebrates 250 years, there will be many renditions of the national anthem sang across Metro Detroit in the coming days. University of Michigan professor Mark Clague teaches a class on the history of music in America and is the author of O Say Can You Hear: A Cultural Biography of the Star-Spangled Banner. He talked with WWJ's Greg Bowman. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)

We're hearing from local Islamic leaders, after police arrested a suspect for making violent death threats against a Madison Heights mosque. (Photo: Imam Steve Mustapha Eltur speaks to reporters. Credit: Jon Hewett/WWJ)

Starting July 1st, changes to how federal student loans are repaid took effect. SoFi head of advice and planning Brian Walsh tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester what borrowers need to know. (photo credit: Getty Images)

Deputies from the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit will be out in force on county lakes for the July 4th holiday weekend as part of "Operation Dry Water" — a national awareness and enforcement campaign to reduce alcohol and drug-related accidents and fatalities on the water. WWJ's Chris Fillar talked with Sheriff Mike Bouchard.

The National Cherry Festival begins on Saturday. The festival, with fireworks, air shows, carnival rides and all things cherry turns 100 this year. (Photo Credit-National Cherry Festival)

Its time to brush up on your Minionese. WWJ's Jeremy Jenkins has a review of the newest animated film ... Minions & Monsters. (Photo Credit: Getty Images / Savion Washington / Stringer)

A daredevil couple scaled the Empire State Building’s antenna on Wednesday. They unfurled a banner about “the power of love” and peace, and the man proposed, before they were arrested. WWJ's Kyle Kimball spoke live with 1010 WINS Mack Rosenberg, who was there. (Photo: Getty Images)

Health authorities are trying to identify the source of a bacteria that's sickened over 150 people statewide.Cyclosporiasis is a parasitical bacteria found on contaminated fresh produce. The outbreak has hit Monroe County by far the hardest, with 70 cases reported in the past week. WWJ's Christina McDaniel spoke with Lindsay Patrick, Communicable Disease Coordinator with the Monroe County Health Department, about the symptoms and what people should watch for. (Photo: Getty Images)

It's gonna be a hot one, but Greenfield Village is expected to be packed for the Salute to America, July 2-5, to celebrate America's 250th. For more than 30 years, the Henry Ford it has partnered with Detroit Symphony Orchestra a special tribute during the holiday weekend. Director of Greenfield Village Jim Johnson spoke live with WWJ's Ryan Wrecker. (Photo: Getty Images)

It's extremely hot in Metro Detroit this week, which can cause an array of health problems in both children and adults. WWJ's Beth Fisher spoke with David Rzeszutko, Vice President of Medical and Clinical Operations at Priority Health, who said ER visits tend to increase in the summertime for a variety of reasons. He talked about the cases they see, and how to avoid adding yourself to the numbers. (Photo: Getty Images)

Community groups are coming together to celebrate America's 250th anniversary with food and activities at Taco Fest, June 3-5 in Downtown Royal Oak. WWJ's Chris Fillar spoke with Marcy Dwyer, of the Royal Oak Historical Society. (Photo: Getty Images)

The Heat and Warmth Fund, THAW, has a new CEO whose family was helped by the organization in the past. WWJ's Miranda Richardson talked with Katrina McCree, the new Chief Executive Officer. (Photo credit: THAW)

President Gerald Ford played a part in America's history and as we celebrate 250 years, the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum has exhibits on display. WWJ's Jackie Paige talked with Dr. Mirelle Luecke, a curator at the museum, about Ford's presidency and the exhibit. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

It's a victory for supporters of the 14th Amendment. The Supreme Court has upheld a broad conception of birthright citizenship, rejecting President Donald Trump's executive order declaring that children born to people in the U.S. illegally, or temporarily, are not American citizens. WWJ's Tracey McCaskill talked with Wayne State University professor Jonathan Weinberg. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

Animal control officers set traps Monday inside a Redford home after rescue efforts were halted due to unsafe conditions. Dozens of cats remain inside the property. Officials say crews will return Tuesday to continue the search and removal. The operation follows days of caution with dangerous ammonia-filled conditions. Click to hear briefing with Redford police chief.

Social networking continues to be a part of our everyday lives. Tuesday is National Social Media Day. WWJ's Ryan Wrecker talked with Nick Mattar, who teaches Wayne State University's first digital marketing course at the Mike Ilitch School of Business. (Photo Illustration by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

The Clinton Township woman was last seen in Jupiter, Florida on May 26th. Chelsea's mom Michelle Clauw tells WWJ's Amanda Forrester the status of the investigation. (photo credit: Michelle Clauw)

A blown glass exhibit is running now through November 1st , Chihuly at Meijer Gardens. WWJ's Beth Fisher spoke with the Gardens' John VanderHaagen. (photo credit-Sarah Eyk for Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park)

Ahead of America's 250th anniversary, there's a focus on the rich history in Detroit. The State of Michigan unveiled a new historical marker honoring the work of community historian Dr. Lucile Cruz Gajec on Sunday. WWJ's Kyle Kimball talked with Irma Maribel Guzman with Detroit VOCES about Dr. Gajec and the celebration.

The Cherry Festival in Traverse City begins July 4th and that's both good and bad for wineries in the area. WWJ's Charlie Langton talked with Bethany Poineau, Tasting Room Manager at Bowers Harbor Vineyards. (Photo credit: WWJ's Rob Davidek)

Oakland University Professor and Political Science Department Chair Peter Trumbore said the negotiations between the U.S. and Iran are on shaky ground, and its hard to know where the war will go from here. He spoke live with WWJ's Kyle Kimball. Sunday marked four months since the Iran War began.

Following a breakout role on HBO's House of the Dragon, up-and-coming actress, Milly Alcock, steps into the spotlight as the Woman of Tomorrow. WWJ's Jeremy Jenkins has a review of the new DC Studios film ... Supergirl. (Photo Credit: Getty Images / Dimitrios Kambouris / Staff)

What are people Googling in Michigan and across the U.S. this summer? Google search expert Jennifer Jones says soccer is a hot search term, along with audio books, spritz cocktails, and fashion — including baby doll dresses and jean shorts! She spoke with WWJ's Beth Fisher. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images for Frankies 457)

June is National Cancer Survivors Month. Throughout the month, WWJ is uplifting the stories and voices of survivors like Robert Brooks. Brooks was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma in 2018 and underwent a clinical trial at Karmanos. He sat down with WWJ's Christina McDaniel. (Photo Credit: Robert Brooks).

With absentee ballots now available for Michigan's August 4th primary election, WWJ's Tony Ortiz checks in with Oakland County Clerk Lisa Brown about some do's and don'ts if you're planning to vote early. (Photo Credit: Getty Images / Serhej Calka)