Michigan is reporting 699 additional cases of COVID-19 for Thursday. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says the state has had 75,947 cases of the illness since the start of the pandemic. It reported seven
Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s recent warning that she could shut down auto factories in Michigan once again if residents don’t obey her order to wear masks is drawing criticism from an Upper Peninsula businessman. Erik Kiilunen is the
The real estate market in southwest Michigan was substantially up in June when compared to May. The Southwestern Michigan Association of Realtors tells us sales were up 124% for the month. That’s after home sales slowed during
Two college hockey players have been roller blading across the country and wound up in mid-Michigan’s Mason Wednesday afternoon. They’re raising money for the American Cancer Society. The University of Massachusetts – Boston roommates, Andrew Walker of
From the Associated Press — Michigan State University says it will take a residence hall out of regular service and use it for students who test positive for the coronavirus. Students who signed up to live on
A Detroit Tigers pitcher is talking about his fight with the coronavirus. Talking with reporters on Tuesday, Daniel Norris says he tried to convince himself that he didn’t have the virus. “It wasn’t that heavy of symptoms,”
State Representative Hank Vaupel, chair of the Michigan House Health Policy Committee, introduced a plan in Lansing on Tuesday to improve prescription drug price transparency in Michigan. The bipartisan proposal requires drug manufacturers to submit information about
From the Associated Press — Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer says Enbridge is falling short of a clear pledge to pay for any spill from its oil pipeline in a Great Lakes channel. Whitmer’s administration is pushing the
The Michigan Secretary of State reports absentee ballot numbers continue to grow steadily ahead of the August 4 state primary, with more than 1.8 million requested and more than 600,000 already returned. The total number of absentee
Congressman Fred Upton expects the next coronavirus stimulus package to come together this week. He tells WSJM News the talks are ramping up. “They’ve now begun discussions between the White House and the leadership in the Senate,”
Southwestern Michigan College is bringing back some athletics. The SMC Board of Trustees voted on Wednesday for the return of men’s and women’s cross-country for the fall of 2021. Board Chair Thomas Jerdon tells WSJM News that’s
St. Joseph High School will hold a socially distanced graduation ceremony this weekend. St. Joseph Public Schools Superintendent Thomas Bruce tells WSJM News they’re gathering at Dickinson Stadium Sunday at 6 p.m. for a drive-in graduation. “The
The Mackinac Center for Public Policy is asking the Michigan Supreme Court to strike down Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s emergency actions, arguing any such orders she issued after April 30 were illegal. Center Vice President for Legal Affairs
Michigan is reporting 523 additional cases of COVID-19 for Wednesday. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says the state has had 75,248 cases of the illness since the start of the pandemic. It reported six
From the Associated Press — The man who painted a mural of an American Indian at a school gym in 1975 says he’s willing to cover it up if the western Michigan district drops the Indians nickname.
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, the Michigan real estate industry is experiencing a strong sellers market. Inventory is extremely low and home prices are on the rise. Frank Tarala, president of Realcomp, told Michigan News Network this week
Lake Michigan College has named former Aurora University assistant Rickey Hampton as the Red Hawk’s head men’s basketball coach. Meanwhile, Ray Kimball, whose career includes stints at both Grand Rapids and Lansing Community Colleges, has been named
A Benton Harbor man is dead following a crash in Niles Township early Wednesday morning. The Berrien County Sheriff’s Department says deputies were sent to St. Joseph Valley Parkway shortly before 3 a.m. on a report of
The Benton Township Police Department is investigating a murder at a gas station late on Tuesday. It says officers were called to the Phillips 66 gas station at 1117 Pipestone shortly after 11 p.m. on a report
There’s an effort in Congress to protect Social Security benefits from the economic impact of COVID-19. Generally, payroll taxes pay out benefits to the nation’s retirees. But with millions of Americans out of work, Congressman Dan Kildee
Late night disturbances in Benton Harbor have gotten the attention of local leaders. During a meeting of the Benton Harbor City Commission this week, a resident complained about groups of young people blaring music, shooting off firecrackers,
The Southwestern Michigan Association of realtors is hosting a community blood drive this week with the American Red Cross. Set for Wednesday, the event is intended to help the Red Cross overcome a massive drop in blood
A new report looks at the mental health consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, predicting a 32% increase in suicides in the coming year if something isn’t done to help those who are struggling. Pine Rest Christian Mental
A man who robbed a bank in Three Oaks last year has been sentenced to 18 years in prison. The U.S. Attorney’s office in Grand Rapids says David Wilson Floyd, formerly of Michigan City, Indiana, went into
Congressman Fred Upton is encouraged by what he heard from drug maker Pfizer during committee testimony on Tuesday. He tells WSJM News the Kalamazoo-based company is working on a vaccine for COVID-19, and it’s going well. “They’re
If you were anywhere along John Beers Road on Tuesday afternoon, you may have seen a “super load,” as it’s being called, transported through the area. The Berrien County Road Department says large pieces of equipment bound
From the Associated Press — Abortion opponents say they’re dropping a petition drive to prohibit a second-trimester procedure in Michigan. State election officials said the campaign didn’t produce enough valid signatures. Right to Life of Michigan says
From the Associated Press — Dozens of people squatted, thrusted and lunged on the lawn of the Michigan Capitol. It was a workout intended to highlight the plight of gyms that have been closed for months under
The Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association will host a training session this week on de-escalating high stress situations. The association’s Amanda Smith tells WSJM News hospitality industry workers, especially those at restaurants, have found themselves in extraordinary
No one is hurt following a house fire in Allegan County’s Casco Township on Monday. South Haven Area Emergency Services says it responded to the blaze at 143 Blue Star Highway around 8:45 p.m. The homeowner had
