Those who enter the water or walk out on to the pier during dangerous conditions in Lake Michigan will soon be looking at fines in the city of South Haven. The city council voted this past week
It’s been nearly two years of a worldwide pandemic and it’s affected travel. Pure Michigan Vice President Dave Lorenz told Michigan News Network optimistic for travel in Michigan for 2022. “I’m feeling very good about this coming
The United Way of Southwest Michigan is taking applications for its Volunteer United Youth Scholarship Awards. Spokesperson Jennifer Tomshack tells WSJM News they’ll give out three scholarships, one for Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties each. “We
A video was released this week by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel warning students about the dangers of making school threats. Nessel says in recent weeks, schools across the state have been dealing with threats that shut
Benton Harbor residents are being reminded about an opportunity to recycle empty plastic water bottles. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Service says they can drop off the bottles for recycling at Benton Harbor High School
The Berrien County Health Department has announced a new COVID-19 vaccine clinic schedule starting this past week. Emergency preparedness coordinator Brandon Vallee told WSJM News the adult clinic for ages 12 and older takes place every Tuesday
Community groups have held vigils across Michigan this week to call for voting and democracy reform on the anniversary of the January 6 Capitol attack. As the U.S. Department of Justice continues to investigate the riot, Congress
From the Associated Press — A judge has denied a request to lower a $500,000 bail set for two parents who with their son are charged in a fatal Michigan school shooting. The judge says James and
Governor Gretchen Whitmer this week announced Michigan and Ontario are collaborating on a technology initiative involving unmanned aerial systems, more commonly known as drones. Michigan Department of Transportation Office of Aeronautics deputy administrator Bryan Budds said on
iStock/ijoe84 (NEW YORK) — The Amber Alert for Lina Sardar Khil, a missing 3-year-old girl in San Antonio, was suspended on Friday afternoon, but police stressed that the investigation is ongoing. “While the Amber Alert for Lina
A new report from Spectrum Health Lakeland takes a look at the health disparities among different areas throughout southwest Michigan. The 2022-2024 Community Health Needs Assessment is based on studies and surveys taking a look at mental
The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber has announced the nominees of its 2022 Business Recognition Awards. Chamber Director of Events Sarah Spoonholtz tells WSJM News a total of seven awards will be given out at the Business Recognition
Have you ever spotted a coyote in your neighborhood? There have been more sightings recently and a couple of small dogs have been killed by coyotes. Bill Dodge is retired from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Michigan is reporting 40,692 additional COVID-19 cases for Thursday and Friday. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says that works out to an average of 20,346 per day across the two days. The state also
Michigan has received its first shipment of new oral medications to treat COVID-19, paxlovid and molnupiravir, following the recent emergency use authorization by the FDA. These antivirals are designed for the outpatient treatment of mild to moderate
Cass County Sheriff Richard Behnke reports his office investigated a fatal car fire on Friday. Deputies responded to the 57000 block of M-51 south, In Pokagon Township around 3:50 a.m. They say it appears the vehicle was
From the Associated Press — A growing number of U.S. school districts are moving back to online classes because of the winter surge in COVID-19 cases. In Detroit, the shift involves 50,000 students. The change once again
From the Associated Press — A ballot drive being launched in Michigan would protect women’s right to an abortion in case the U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade. Reproductive Freedom for All’s petition would amend the
The Van Buren County Board of Commissioners has selected Randall Peat to serve as its chair for the year. Paul Schincariol will serve as the vice chair following the board’s organizational meeting this week. Peat has served
The Special Olympics of Michigan will benefit from a Polar Plunge planned by the Michigan State Police post in Niles next month. Troopers will take to frigid water at Watermark Brewing in Stevensville on February 5. Heather
After her husband tested positive for COVID-19, Governor Gretchen Whitmer isolated from him at their home in Lansing. She got tested with a rapid test and then a lab test and they were both negative. “We’re continuing
The Krasl Art Center in St. Joseph is hoping the public will help it reach its fundraising goal to match some grants it has received. The Krasl’s Matthew Bizoe tells WSJM News the Michigan Council for Arts
Following FDA and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) approval, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is urging all eligible Michiganders ages 12 and up to get the Pfizer booster vaccine if they
The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling soon on the Biden administration’s COVID-19 vaccination mandate for employers with 100 or more workers. Speaking during a Thursday meeting, Berrien County Board of Commissioners Chair Mac
From the Associated Press — A federal judge has dismissed Republicans’ lawsuit challenging the ability of Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s reelection campaign to collect excess donations under an exception for recall attempts, saying they lack standing to sue.
The Berrien County Board of Commissioners has held its organizational meeting for the year. Following Thursday’s discussions, Mac Elliott remains the chair. Former Vice Chair Ezra Scott gave up the post to nominate Teri Freehling to be
From the Associated Press — A medical team from the U.S. Defense Department is extending its stay at Beaumont Health in southeastern Michigan. The hospital system has been overwhelmed with patients sick with COVID-19, especially people who
Southwestern Michigan College named 50 students to the President’s List for the September-December, 2021, fall semester. Students honored on the President’s List must earn a perfect 4.0 grade-point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale while carrying a
Four Michigan universities will receive $18.5 million in federal funds over the next two years to collect and analyze genomic data to address emerging infectious disease threats and enhance the state’s ability to respond to those threats,
Raymond Hall/GC Images (NOTE LANGUAGE) Jon Stewart is casting curses — and spells — at Newsweek for its coverage of comments he made about Harry Potter. The magazine published a headline on Tuesday reading, “Jon Stewart accuses [creator] JK Rowling of antisemitism in Harry Potter.” The article
