From the Associated Press — The Michigan Department of Education again has asked the U.S. Department of Education to waive standardized testing for the 2020-2021 school year so Michigan teachers can focus on making sure students are
The Michigan Department of Transportation is waiting to see what effect the new Biden administration will have on road funding moving forward. Speaking on the most recent episode of Talking Michigan Transportation, MDOT’s podcast, American Association of
AAA is reminding everyone to be extra careful out on the road as the region faces another wintry blast. Spokesperson Adrienne Woodland tells WSJM News the most common mistakes drivers make in slick conditions are not clearing
The Michigan Maritime Museum in South Haven is hoping to return to something resembling normal this year, and it’s taking steps to prepare. The museum says it’s hiring for summer jobs in 2021. The museum will have
There are 3,011 new COVID-19 cases in Michigan for Sunday and Monday, an average of 1,505 a day. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says that bring the total to 551,080 since the pandemic started
Why did Robert Gordon exit as director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services? Reporters asked Governor Whitmer that three times during Monday’s press conference. “I don’t think I have anything to add in regard
A Buchanan woman has been rescued after she was trapped in her overturned car that had crashed into the St. Joseph River in Buchanan Township on Monday. Michigan State Police from the Niles post say troopers and
Governor Whitmer is highlighting her administration’s work during the COVID-19 pandemic to keep people as safe as possible. On Monday, she called on the House and Senate to pass new legislation. “It’s crucial that the Legislature join
The state of Michigan is making an effort to help restaurant workers affected by pandemic shutdowns with the One Fair Wage’s High Road Kitchens Program. The office of Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist has released the following: Today,
From the Associated Press — If Michigan could administer 50,000 coronavirus vaccine doses a day, it could hit its goal of inoculating 70% of people age 16 and older by August. At the current rate, about 29,000
The Michigan National Guard is expanding its response to COVID-19 as it assists with vaccinations. The State Emergency Operations Center has released the following: The Michigan National Guard (MING) is expanding its COVID-19 response force for vaccination
It’s a billion dollar mystery in Michigan: who won the second largest Mega Millions jackpot in history? We still don’t know who purchased the winning $1.05 billion Mega Millions ticket at a Kroger in Novi for Friday
The more than 1.2 million people in Michigan who are eligible for food assistance will receive an additional payment by the end of January that raises their monthly amount by 15%. The move was announced Thursday by
The Michigan Department of Transportation is inviting the public to submit names for its plows. MDOT spokesperson Nick Schirripa tells WSJM News Twitter users suggested the idea. “They shared a picture of Traffic Scotland, a map they
Nearly $500,000 in federal grants are going to two healthcare centers in southwest Michigan. Congeressman Fred Upton has announced Intercare Community Health Network in Bangor and Family Health Center, Incorporated in Kalamazoo are receiving funds as part
The Berrien County Health Department and Spectrum Health Lakeland are preparing for the days when there will be enough COVID-19 vaccine to hold large community clinics. That’s why they’re seeking volunteers. Berrien County Health Officer Nicki Britten
Nearly $2 million in job training funds are coming to employers in southwest Michigan thanks to a grant being awarded to Michigan Works of Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties. Agency Director Lily Brewer tells WSJM News
Michigan has reported 1,601 additional cases of COVID-19 for Saturday. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services coronavirus website shows the state has reported a total of more than 548,000 cases of COVID since . It
The Pavilion project at Spectrum Health Lakeland has entered its second and final phase. Spectrum Health Lakeland spokesperson Jessica Springer tells WSJM News Phase I was completed in March of last year. With a new phase of
South Haven Area Emergency Services has put its commitment to public safety into art with some new murals. SHAES says two of its fire trucks and the apparatus room at station 3 now have the murals painted
Congressman Fred Upton has reiterated his support for the congressional Problem Solver Caucus by joining again for the new session. The PSC was formed in 2017 as a way for federal lawmakers to find common ground and
Set for next Thursday is a presentation by vaccine researcher Dr. Kizzmekia Shanta Corbett, hosted by Andrews University. She was invited by Andrews University associate professor of chemistry Desmond Murray, who tells WSJM News Corbett helped to
The Berrien County Health Department and Spectrum Health Lakeland are waiting for more COVID-19 vaccine doses to be available, and they are ready to ramp up the administration of them when they arrive. The two held a
Michigan has reported 2,157 additional cases of COVID-19 for Friday. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services coronavirus website shows the state has reported a total of more than 546,000 cases of COVID since . It
Police are warning about a new scam after a southeast Michigan man was bilked out of tens of thousands of dollars. Troy Police Sergeant Meghan Lehman says the man was called by someone claiming to be law
“Let’s not wait until next week.” Those are the words of Rich Studley, the President and CEO of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, on the governor’s plan to reopen in-door dining February 1st. “It’s important to the
The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration has announced another round of businesses being fined for COVID-19 safety violations, and among those to get hit is a Dowagiac company. MIOSHA says Michigan Die Casting has been cited
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced a new director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services after former Director Robert Gordon resigned on Friday. The governor’s office has released the following: Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer appointed
The Berrien County Health Department is seeking volunteers to help get the COVID-19 vaccine administered throughout the community. The health department has released the following: The Berrien County Health Department and Spectrum Health Lakeland are seeking volunteers
The Berrien County Youth Fair Board of Directors has set the dates for this year’s events after the fair was postponed last year due to COVID-19. The Berrien County Youth Fair has released the following: The Board
