WNEM-TV (Saginaw, MI)

WNEM-TV is a television station that operates on virtual channel 5 and UHF digital channel 30. It is a dual affiliate of CBS and MyNetworkTV, licensed to Bay City, Michigan, and caters to the Flint/Tri-Cities area. The station is owned by Gray Television, which is based in Atlanta. WNEM-TV's main studios are situated on North Franklin Street in Saginaw's downtown area, while it also maintains a second newsroom in downtown Flint. The transmitter for WNEM-TV can be found on Becker Road in Robin Glen-Indiantown, located in Buena Vista Township, to the east of Saginaw.

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#80329

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#15272

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Tuesday, April 22, 2025: 5 things you need to know

2 days ago | wnem.com | Lauren Piesko

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Good morning, mid-Michigan! We’re waking up to warmer temperatures today and a sunnier week ahead. Here are five local stories you should know to start your day. 1. The City of Owosso is proposing a new rate hike for water bills to help pay for more than $207 million dollars in critical infrastructure. Under the current plan, those living in Owosso pay a base fee of about $30 a month, with usage on top of that.
Monday, April 21, 2025: 5 things you need to know

3 days ago | wnem.com | Lauren Piesko

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Good Monday morning, mid-Michigan. If you’re waking up with us right now, here are five things you need to know to start your day. Our top story we’re following: Pope Francis has died at the age of 88. Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican camerlengo announced he passed away in Rome just after 7:30 a.m. local time. He spent his last Easter Sunday delivering a blessing in St. Peter’s Square.
More rain? Warmer Temperatures? What’s ahead for the new work week

4 days ago | wnem.com | Stone Schafer

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Happy Easter everyone!This Easter Sunday started off dry and has remained that way. Temperatures have ranged from the lower 40s to the mid-50s, and winds have stayed calm for most of the day. So, how are things expected to change as we head into the new work week? Monday:Starting overnight Sunday into Monday, rain chances will develop ahead of a low-pressure system moving through the Midwest.
More rain for your Easter?

4 days ago | wnem.com | Stone Schafer

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - We entered Easter weekend with showers and thunderstorms on Friday, including the possibility of some severe weather. That transitioned into a relatively quiet Saturday, with highs in the 50s and a mix of clouds and sunshine. So, how does the rest of the weekend shape up as we head into Easter Sunday? Saturday Night into Sunday Morning:The biggest change heading into the night will be clearing skies across the region.
John Glenn takes down Ogemaw Heights in girls soccer

5 days ago | wnem.com | Mark Pearson

BAY CITY, Mich. (WNEM) - Despite some rain tonight, several teams competed on the pitch for girls soccer. Check out the highlights here.
Barney’s Bakehouse Bakery moving to new location

6 days ago | wnem.com | James Felton

BAY CITY, Mich. (WNEM) - Whipping up a change of scenery for a beloved Bay City bakery. Barney’s Bakehouse Bakery is heading about a mile down the road. What started as Barney’s Bakery in 1921 now boasts two locations. TV5’s James Felton caught up with the owner at the Freeland site, where he said this move is a recipe for further success. “We’re moving to better serve the customers,” said Jarrid Weighman, owner. That’s why he is moving his Bay City location from the intersection of S.
WATCH LIVE: First Alert Easter Forecast!

6 days ago | wnem.com | Stone Schafer

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Tune into the WNEM TV5 Digital Desk, where TV5 First Alert Meteorologist Diane Phillips and Stone Schafer will have a look at the severe weather chances for later today and provide an in-depth look at the weather for the Eastern Weekend. Subscribe to the TV5 newsletter and receive the latest local news and weather straight to your email every day. Copyright 2025 WNEM. All rights reserved.
Tracking showers & storm potential Friday, then a nice Easter Weekend

6 days ago | wnem.com | Mathieu Mondro

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Warm weather continues to hold on today, though this also comes with rain and thunderstorms which we’ve been tracking in the First Alert forecast. This morning, make sure you have your rain gear ready as we’ve had rain and a few storms moving in!Thankfully, with the timing of rain today and a cold front tonight, we’re being setup for a pretty decent Easter Weekend! Most of the weekend will be dry and we’ll have seasonal temperatures in the middle 50s. More below.
Friday, April 18, 2025: 5 things you need to know

6 days ago | wnem.com | Lauren Piesko

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Happy Friday morning, mid-Michigan! We hope you have a wonderful Easter weekend. If you’re waking up with us right now, here are five things you should know to start your day. 1. Nexteer Automotive is taking one of its suppliers to court over a contract dispute. Its accusing South Korean company Primax of refusing to continue deliveries of necessary tie-rods, unless they’re paid millions.
Easter Bunny visits NICU at Hurley

6 days ago | wnem.com | Hannah Mose

FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - The Easter Bunny made an early visit to Hurley Children’s Hospital on Thursday, April 17. Hurley Medical Center shared photos of the babies dressed up in Easter outfits on Facebook. The hospital said the babies will be able to cherish the outfits forever, which were made by volunteers with the Hurley Foundation. Subscribe to the TV5 newsletter and receive the latest local news and weather straight to your email every day. Copyright 2025 WNEM. All rights reserved.