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Fraternity Kicked Out Of CMU

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From the Associated Press — Central Michigan University says it has kicked a fraternity out of school after many allegations of sexual misconduct and hazing and the death of a member. Vice President Steven Johnson says the allegations

DNR Shares Powerful Asian Carp Video

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A new two-minute video highlighting the damage done in Illinois by Asian carp is being promoted by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The video was posted by the group “Block Asian Carp” with a link to

Racial Disparity In M-STEP Results

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A new report from the Michigan League for Public Policy shows a racial disparity in the state when it comes to the standardized test scores of students. The league’s Gilda Jacobs tells WSJM News the differences are

Self-Driving Plows Possible

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A snow plow that drives itself? Michigan Department of Transportation Director Kirk Steudle told Michigan News Network this week the idea is not quite as far-fetched at you might think. “You’d be surprised,” Steudle said. “We have

St. Joseph Public Safety To Get Body Cameras

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Public safety officers in St. Joseph are the latest to be getting body cameras. Deputy Public Safety Director Steve Neubecker was given approval by the city commission Monday night for the purchase after testing several different brands

Benches Destroyed By Vandals In New Buffalo

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Two benches owned by the city of New Buffalo have been destroyed by vandals. The city’s police department says on Facebook the suspects broke the benches apart early Saturday morning. They were located outside Rosie’s Restaurant at

South Haven Fire Safety Fun Night

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With this being Fire Prevention Week, South Haven Area Emergency Services is planning to hold its annual Fire Safety Fun Night on Thursday. Executive Director Ron Wise tells WSJM News everyone’s welcome to bring the kids down

Lawsuit Over Ballot Selfies Continues

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From the Associated Press — Eager to snap and post an online photo of your Michigan ballot in the November 6 election? Think again. A lawsuit over photos in polling places still hasn’t reached the finish line

Positive Audit For SJ Schools

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The latest financial audit has found St. Joseph Public Schools to be in good shape. At a Monday meeting, the board of education was told the district in the last year spent slightly less than what it

LMC Names New Wine Center

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Lake Michigan College has named its new wine and viticulture center in honor of a Stevensville couple who has worked to help the college complete major projects. LMC President Trevor Kubatzke tells WSJM News the Welch Center

Voter Registration Deadline This Week

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Only one day remains before the deadline to register to vote in Michigan’s general election. State Senator John Proos tells us you must be registered if you want to cast a ballot. “After all, this revolutionary idea