Governor Gretchen Whitmer has saluted Congressman Fred Upton for his 35 years of serving in the U.S. House of Representatives now that he’s announced his retirement. Whitmer issued a statement Tuesday, saying Upton is “a lifelong Michigander,
Congressman Fred Upton of St. Joseph is retiring after this term ends. He has served in the U.S. House for the past 35 years and is the longest-serving current member of Congress from Michigan. Upton’s 21st Century
Former President Trump stumped in Macomb County over the weekend, but will it be a boost for the Republicans’ bid to unseat Governor Whitmer? Pollster Ed Sarpolus, the executive director of Target Insyght, says not so much.
Michigan State Police say they have found the body of a missing Berrien Springs woman. Sithembile Dube was reported missing Sunday after last being seen leaving the home she shared with her mother around 1 a.m. Saturday.
The newly-created 4th Congressional District has a new candidate in the running. Benton Harbor Mayor Marcus Muhammad is seeking the office, with his posts on Twitter suggesting he will run as an independent. The new district includes
An officer with the Grand Rapids Police Department shot and killed a man Monday morning on the city’s southeast side. An officer pulled over a vehicle and after running the license plate, the officer discovered it didn’t
Benton Harbor City Commissioners have accepted six parcels of land around the community from Cornerstone Alliance so they could be used for development. Speaking at a Monday meeting, Community and Economic Development Director Alex Little said Cornerstone
Central Michigan University is working to bring up enrollment after a drop for the last several years. CMU board president Rich Studley told Michigan News Network many universities have seen a drop in enrollment, but CMU will
Central Michigan University is working to bring up enrollment after a drop for the last several years. CMU board president Rich Studley told Michigan News Network many universities have seen a drop in enrollment, but CMU will
Ranked as one of the best non-profits in the country to work for is the United Way of Southwest Michigan. The NonProfit Times released its 50 Best Nonprofits To Work For in 2022 list this week and
Ranked as one of the best non-profits in the country to work for is the United Way of Southwest Michigan. The NonProfit Times released its 50 Best Nonprofits To Work For in 2022 list this week and
The Michigan Public Service Commission will hold an online public forum next week to give customers of Indiana Michigan Power a chance to comment on the company’s integrated resource plan, its long-range strategy for development of electric
The Michigan Public Service Commission will hold an online public forum next week to give customers of Indiana Michigan Power a chance to comment on the company’s integrated resource plan, its long-range strategy for development of electric
This is National Donate Life Month, when everyone’s encouraged to sign up to be an organ donor. Spectrum Health Lakeland registered nurse Maureen Bishop tells WSJM News nearly 2,600 people in Michigan, and more than 106,000 nationwide,
This is National Donate Life Month, when everyone’s encouraged to sign up to be an organ donor. Spectrum Health Lakeland registered nurse Maureen Bishop tells WSJM News nearly 2,600 people in Michigan, and more than 106,000 nationwide,
From the Associated Press — Jurors are deliberating at the trial of four men accused of plotting to abduct Governor Gretchen Whitmer in 2020, following some four weeks of testimony. The headline charge in the case is
From the Associated Press — Jurors are deliberating at the trial of four men accused of plotting to abduct Governor Gretchen Whitmer in 2020, following some four weeks of testimony. The headline charge in the case is
A meeting is set for next week for southwest Michigan residents to learn more about the decommissioning of the Palisades nuclear power plant in Van Buren County. Market Van Buren Palisades Community Advisory Panel liaison Sarah Snoeyink
A meeting is set for next week for southwest Michigan residents to learn more about the decommissioning of the Palisades nuclear power plant in Van Buren County. Market Van Buren Palisades Community Advisory Panel liaison Sarah Snoeyink
The Berrien County Election Commission has rejected four recall petitions filed against two members of the Lakeshore Public Schools Board of Education. The commission found Monday the petitions against President Jason Beckrow and Trustee Rachel Wade lacked
The Berrien County Election Commission has rejected four recall petitions filed against two members of the Lakeshore Public Schools Board of Education. The commission found Monday the petitions against President Jason Beckrow and Trustee Rachel Wade lacked
No one is injured following a house fire in Dowagiac Sunday. The Dowagiac Department of Public Safety says it was reported at 509 and a half North Front Street shortly after 4 p.m. Firefighters arrived to find
No one is injured following a house fire in Dowagiac Sunday. The Dowagiac Department of Public Safety says it was reported at 509 and a half North Front Street shortly after 4 p.m. Firefighters arrived to find
April is “Sexual Assault Awareness” month and Michigan State Police posts around the state will be collection points for the “Purses with a Purpose” initiative to help victims of sexual assault. MSP Lieutenant Mike Shaw told Michigan
April is “Sexual Assault Awareness” month and Michigan State Police posts around the state will be collection points for the “Purses with a Purpose” initiative to help victims of sexual assault. MSP Lieutenant Mike Shaw told Michigan
New legislation has been introduced in the state House to make changes to Michigan’s adoption and foster care system. Representative Rodney Wakeman is the sponsor of a bill to allow children to more easily be fostered by
Eastern Michigan University is offering training for faculty, staff, students, and community members to learn ways to engage with older people who might have dementia or other cognitive impairment. Engage@EMU coordinator Tyler Calhoun says they are working
Alex Wong/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, President Joe Biden’s first nominee to the Supreme Court, is expected to pass a major milestone Monday on her way to expected Senate confirmation later this week. The
New Michigan voting district maps went into effect last week, and officials now are working to update the voter rolls. Despite ongoing litigation, the Bureau of Elections and Secretary of State are making the necessary changes to
Van Buren County leaders are serious about expanding broadband access. County Administrator Frank Hardester tells WSJM News the county commission has decided to use once in a lifetime federal funds to pursue broadband. “The board of commissioners
