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This is the season for warmer weather and longer days, and while everyone is excited, the housing market is even more excited. RealComp CEO Karen Kage says we’re entering the annual buying and selling season. “This is

A Lenawee County man has filed a campaign finance complaint against a group looking to repeal Michigan’s new clean energy law. “Our Home, Our Voice” is being accused of collecting $53,000 in secret donations, looking to advance

With the NFL draft coming to Detroit April 25 to April 27, there’s concern that there might be a spike in human trafficking with the event. Corewell Health emergency Dr. Jaime Hope is an expert on human

Discussions in Lansing are slowly moving forward about a new way to fund road construction projects. Last week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced a mileage-based user fee system is under consideration to replace the current gas tax. This

NHL – National Hockey League Last Night Detroit Red Wings 5, Montreal Canadiens 4 – OT Red Wings 5, Canadiens 4 – OT – Raymond scores late in 3rd and OT to keep Red Wings playoffs alive

Amid political tensions surrounding Israel’s handling of the war with Hamas, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib has voiced her support for colleagues facing backlash for their stance. The “Protect the Squad” campaign is hoping to raise $100 million in

$800,000 in federal ARPA funds are being moved into the city of Benton Harbor’s general fund to help with monthly expenses as the city waits for residents to start paying their water bills again. At a Monday

A new waterfront park space is being developed in Benton Harbor. Benton Harbor City Commissioners on Monday approved contributing $25,000 in federal ARPA funds to the Paw Paw Plaza. A partnership consisting of Harbor Shores, Cornerstone Alliance,

The Greater Niles Chamber of Commerce is spreading the word about business development grant opportunities available in the area. Chamber Director Ryan Boeskool tells us the Business Development Grant is possible thanks to an endowment created with

Set for June 29 is South Haven’s first ever Pride event. South Haven Pride founder Trent Morgan tells us Pride in the Park will be all day at Stanley Johnson Park. The city council just approved the

April is Alcohol Awareness Month, and the Berrien County Health Department is spreading awareness about the dangers of underage drinking. Prevention supervisor Lisa Peeples-Hurst tells us many young people underestimate the risks of alcohol use because the

This Saturday will bring the unveiling of the latest iteration of 415 AM beer at North Pier Brewing Company in Benton Harbor. 415 AM beer is specially brewed by the company each summer to raise money for

The transition from high school to college can be a challenge for many students, and that’s why Lake Michigan College is offering a free summer program to first time enrollees. Red Hawks Rise coordinator Beth Lehner tells

This Saturday will bring an Earth Day celebration at Weko Beach in Bridgman with a chance for everyone to make a difference and learn something. The Southwest Michigan Planning Commission’s Marcy Hamilton tells us the Bridgman Shoreline

Harry Kalin of St. Joseph is this year’s Mr. Blossomtime. He was crowned Sunday night. Each community taking part in the Blossomtime contest sends two contestants for the title of Mr. Blossomtime. They’re judged on poise, interviewing

DETROIT (AP) — After reporting dismal first-quarter sales, Tesla is planning to lay off about a tenth of its workforce as it tries to cut costs, multiple media outlets reported Monday. CEO Elon Musk detailed the plans in

DETROIT (AP) — General Motors and real estate firm Bedrock will jointly study how to redevelop the automaker’s huge headquarters tower complex in downtown Detroit, a person briefed on the plans said. GM CEO Mary Barra and

Benton Harbor has been awarded a more than $19 million grant to make improvements to its sewer system. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy said Friday the city is receiving the grant through its

Isaiah Campbell/U.S. Marine Corps via Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — In a significant revelation, the U.S. military has for the first time publicly named the suicide bomber behind the catastrophic attack at Kabul’s Hamid Karzai International Airport during

MLB – Major League Baseball Yesterday Detroit Tigers 4, Minnesota Twins 3 Cincinnati Reds 11, Chicago White Sox 4 Chicago Cubs 3, Seattle Mariners 2 Tigers 4, Twins 3 – Canha’s 2-run double in 8th inning helps

MLB – Major League Baseball Yesterday Detroit Tigers 4, Minnesota Twins 3 Cincinnati Reds 11, Chicago White Sox 4 Chicago Cubs 3, Seattle Mariners 2 Tigers 4, Twins 3 – Canha’s 2-run double in 8th inning helps

Lincoln Township is moving ahead with a plan to change the structure of its government. At a Tuesday meeting, the Lincoln Township Board of Trustees voted to initiate the transition to a managerial form of government from

The Hagar Township Board of Trustees has taken action to respond to erosion at Hagar Park along Lake Michigan. Hagar Township Supervisor Izzy DiMaggio tells us trustees this past week approved the purchase of fencing and signs

There will be some work this year at a couple of parks in St. Joseph following action this past week by city commissioners. Commissioners approved spending $49,950 to repave the walking path at Milton Park and $12,000

Coming up on May 9 will be a new United Way of Southwest Michigan Pop Up Giving event. Pop Up Giving events provide everyone a chance to vote on which of three presenting non-profits should get the