The Allegan County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly motorcycle crash Wednesday afternoon. Deputies say 66-year-old Randy Billerbeck from the Hamilton area was dead by the time first responders arrived. He was heading north on 58th Street
As Michigan aims to reach economy-wide carbon neutrality by 2050, with interim 2030 goals, the state’s largest utility is working to transition its energy sources to renewables. Consumers Energy is seeking partnerships with landowners and communities for
Michigan State Police will hold an event in Niles this month to check child passenger safety seats to make sure they’re properly installed. Parents of small children who use the car seats can stop by and have
Hundreds of teachers and other school staff from around Berrien County have been honored with a special celebration at the Mendel Center. Berrien RESA’s Heartwork 2022 took place Wednesday with a literal red carpet rolled out for
The fourth annual Niles Renaissance Faire is set for this month. The Niles Renaissance Faire was started in 2017 by Carrie Nyenhuis when she was approached by a friend who worked for the city of Niles and
The U.S. House on Tuesday approved a $20 billion aid package for Ukraine. Congressman Fred Upton tells us it will provide the Ukrainian military with the weapons, logistics, supplies, and intelligence to continue its fight against Russia.
Benton Harbor Mayor Marcus Muhammad will hold a press conference next week to give his response to Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel’s request for approval to officially close the Eric McGinnis case. The AG’s office determined the
The St. Joseph Lincoln Senior Service Center is teaming up with Papa Vino’s restaurant in St. Joseph for a fundraiser. The center’s Cindi McLaughlin tells WSJM News it’s part of an ongoing effort for a new feature
From the Associated Press — Michigan officials have temporarily banned all poultry and waterfowl exhibitions amid the avian flu outbreak that’s spreading quickly across the U.S. and has prompted farms to euthanize millions of birds. Michigan Department
The Berrien County Sheriff’s Department will hold its annual Peace Officers Memorial Day Service on Monday. The department and other police agencies from the area will be joined by the Fraternal Order of Police, Blossomland Lodge 100
The Wheelchair Hockey League of Michigan is planning a wheelchair hockey clinic at the John and Dede Howard Ice Arena in St. Joseph Memorial Day weekend. Wheelchair hockey is a sport that welcomes a diverse array of
Shorter term limits and establishing financial disclosure requirements for state elected officials will be on the November ballot. Two-thirds of the Michigan House and Senate approved putting both before voters. For term limits, lawmakers would go from
The former Walgreens at Glenlord Road and Red Arrow Highway will become a combined Dollar Tree and Family Dollar. The company is planning to open 400 such stores in 2022. Lincoln Township building inspector Jim Pheifer confirms
Urban Garage Market in Benton Harbor is about to reopen at its new location in St. Joseph. The market’s Kelly Arent tells us Urban Garage Market, previously of 408 West Main Street in Benton Harbor, has been
Up to 700 people would call what used to be the Berrien Hills golf course home if a proposal presented to the St. Joseph Township planning commission is approved, The gold course closed three years ago and
During Mental Health Awareness Month, experts, parents and health professionals are spotlighting the effects of screens and social media on young people’s mental well-being. This weekend, the University of Michigan is holding a Digital Wellness Symposium for
May is Foster Care Awareness Month, and everyone’s being reminded of the need for loving foster families in Berrien County. Mikayla Valentine is a recruitment specialist for Bethany Christian Services in Benton Harbor and tells WSJM News
Lakeshore Public Schools Superintendent Greg Eding has received a grade point average of 4.0 from the board of education. During a Monday meeting, the Lakeshore Public Schools Board of Education approved Eding’s latest performance evaluation, rating him
The ribbon cutting and grand opening for the new South Haven Senior Center will be this Friday. Senior Services of Van Buren County Director Diane Rigozzi tells WSJM News the new center at 8337 M-140 has been
Volunteers from Whirlpool will be at Union Park in Benton Harbor on Thursday to complete a beautification project to which the company committed last year. The work is possible thanks to a $500,000 donation made by Whirlpool
This Tuesday was National Fentanyl Awareness Day under a resolution introduced this week by Congressman Fred Upton in the U.S. House. He tells WSJM News the goal is to make more Americans aware of the dangers of
WABC (NEW YORK) — The woman accused of fatally pushing an 87-year-old woman on a New York City street was indicted on a manslaughter charge and ordered held without bail on Tuesday. Lauren Pazienza, 26, pleaded not
People in Michigan are more comfortable about traveling this year. AAA of Michigan spokesperson Adrienne Woodland says their survey shows people are more comfortable because they’ve been vaccinated against COVID-19, they’re less afraid about the dangers of
Have you booked your summer vacation yet? Prepare for sticker shock with Michigan hotels. David Fishman with Cadillac Travel says the price of hotels is up an average of 25 to 30% this year. If you want
While economic indicators remain stable or are even on the rise, worry over interest rates, inflation, and continued supply chain issues have many leaders and economists predicting a recession. That’s according to Brian Long, director of Supply
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel says some Michigan research labs are continuing to conduct inhumane experiments on animals, and it’s against the law. Nessel says a law passed by the state Legislature passed more than 40 years
The premiere date for Netflix’s A Tribute to Bob Saget, a celebration of the comedian and actor’s life in comedy with his friends and family, is June 10, the streaming service announced as part of its Netflix Is a
St. Joseph City Commissioners have approved the Heritage Museum and Cultural Center Lighthouse Tour agreement for the year. Heritage Museum Board member Dennis Szymanski told commissioners Monday last year’s tours were affected by COVID, and that’s not
Should those under 21 be allowed to work in a pot shop? One state lawmaker says so. State Representative Kevin Coleman of Westland wants to change the law to allow those under 21 to enter the cannabis
There will be a free concert in Benton Harbor this weekend as part of the community’s Blossomtime celebrations. The Benton Harbor Parks and Recreation Department says the concert will be at Dwight P. Mitchell City Center Park
