A boil water advisory remains in effect for Delta Township following a major water main break Thursday near Canal and St. Joe roads.

Township officials are concerned about potential bacterial contamination within the water system. As of Thursday, officials expected the situation to be resolved within two to three days. Meanwhile, Waverly Community Schools are closed Friday.

In other Michigan news, Consumers Energy and DTE Energy have filed a federal lawsuit against the state over Proposal 2, which voters overwhelmingly approved in Tuesday's election. The proposal prohibits utility companies from making political donations. The utilities argue that the ban violates their free speech rights.

Michigan Democrats and Republicans Select New Legislative Leaders

Following the midterm elections, both political parties have selected new leadership for the Michigan House and Senate.

Democrats elected Senator Darren Camilleri as Senate majority leader and Senator Kevin Hertel as majority floor leader. Republicans selected Senator Roger Hauck as their Senate leader.

In the Michigan House, Democrat Ranjeev Puri was elected speaker. Republican Tom Kunse was named Republican leader, while Bill G. Schuette was elected caucus whip.

Downtown Lansing Roads to Close for State Christmas Tree Delivery

Lansing commuters should prepare for temporary road closures Saturday morning as Michigan's state Christmas tree makes its way to the Capitol.

Sections of Capitol and Michigan avenues will be closed from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. to accommodate the delivery.

The 60-foot spruce was harvested Thursday in Iron Mountain in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and will be transported to the State Capitol.

Henry Ford Health Announces $15 Million Housing and Small Business Investment

Henry Ford Health is investing $15 million to expand housing opportunities and support small businesses in Jackson and Detroit.

Jackson County will receive $4 million, with the remaining $11 million designated for Wayne County.

The investment is intended to help strengthen communities through expanded housing opportunities and additional support for local businesses.

Whitmer Signs Executive Order Protecting Reproductive Health Data

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed an executive order aimed at protecting reproductive health information.

Under the order, state departments and agencies must review their policies concerning reproductive health data, including information related to pregnancy and infertility care. Agencies will be required to make any necessary changes to ensure the maximum protection of that information.

MSU and U-M Scientists Launch Unique Wastewater Collection Competition

Researchers from Michigan State University and the University of Michigan are taking an unusual approach to raising awareness about wastewater research.

The scientists are hosting an event called "Piss Off" ahead of Saturday night's football game at the Big House. The competition challenges participants to see who can collect the most urine throughout the day.

The effort is designed to collect nutrients that can be used for horticultural crops while also increasing public awareness about wastewater research and its potential benefits.

British Internet Personalities Visit Michigan Ahead of Football Game

Popular British internet personalities Josh and Jase are back in Michigan this week and are planning to attend Saturday night's football game.

The TikTok personalities made an appearance at Michigan State University on Thursday, where they also visited a blood drive at the Kellogg Center.

Their Michigan visit comes ahead of the weekend's highly anticipated football matchup.