A bipartisan bill passed in the Michigan Senate this week that would repeal a 100-year-old law making it a crime for unmarried couples to live together. Nine Republicans voted against the bill, including Senator Ed McBroom of
Actor and comedian Jordan Klepper sat in as host of The Daily Show on Comedy Central Wednesday night and paid a visit to his home state of Michigan for an interview with Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Among the
From the Associated Press — Michelin is recalling more than 542,000 light truck tires in the U.S. because they don’t have enough traction to work in all snowy conditions. The recall covers certain Agilis CrossClimate C-Metric tires
From the Associated Press — The number of people killed on U.S. roadways decreased slightly last year, but government officials said the 42,795 people who died is still a national crisis. Estimates by the National Highway Traffic
When new Benton Township Police Chief Greg Abrams and Deputy Chief Blake McKinney took over in January, they inherited a department with just 12 of its 24 budgeted positions filled. The township had also lost 13 officers over
A new degree program is coming to Lake Michigan College that could prepare students for more careers in the healthcare field. The LMC board of Trustees at a meeting this week approved the exercise science associate degree
The ribbon cutting and groundbreaking is planned for Thursday for the New Heights Laundry Hub to be located in Benton Heights. It’s a long awaited laundromat and community center that will house human and social services, including
Recreational marijuana is coming to another southwest Michigan municipality. Benton Township trustees adopted three ordinances Tuesday to allow the production, transportation and sales of recreational marijuana within specific areas in the township. The ordinances, based on existing
Coming back for the summer on May 7 will be Antiques on the Bluff in downtown St. Joseph. St. Joseph Today’s Amy Zapal tells us the events will be held the first Sunday of the month through
amphotora/Getty Images (DADEVILLE, Ala.) — Three people, including two teenagers, have been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting at a birthday party in Alabama over the weekend where four victims were killed and 32 others were injured.
17th District state Senator Jonathan Lindsey is calling for a closer look to be taken at an electric vehicle battery project planned for Mecosta County. The Gotion, Incorporated battery plant would employ more than 2,300 people by
Air quality data shows that Michigan is improving in some areas, but falling behind in others. Ken Fletcher, advocacy director for the American Lung Association, noted our state is tracking in the right direction. “We saw some
A new program at Lake Michigan College is helping to keep students well fed if they’re struggling with the high cost of food. LMC President Trevor Kubatzke tells us Snack Shacks are stationed around all three locations
In a follow up to their criticism last month, the Berrien County GOP Executive Board has withdrawn their support from Representative Pauline Wendzel (R-Watervliet) over her vote to expand the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights protections. Last March, the
Global aluminum company Hydro celebrated the roof installation of the main buildings at its $150 million aluminum recycling plant in Cassopolis. When completed in Q4 2023, the plant will provide 70 new, local jobs and strengthen Hydro’s
The possibility of grabbing a drink at a college stadium in Michigan is back in the spotlight. Representative Graham Filler and Senator Sean McCann are leading a bipartisan effort to allow universities to sell alcohol at certain
Northbound I-196 was closed for nearly three hours this morning from just after 2 a.m. until shortly before 5 a.m. from M-140 to Phoenix Street in South Haven Township. The closure was due to a tanker carrying
Judith Tahaney, 82, of St. Joseph, MI passed away Monday, April 17, 2023 at her home. Per Judith’s request she asks that her family and friends wear colorful clothes to celebrate her new life in heaven. A
Former Hartford police officer Mathew Mistretta has been acquitted of using excessive force during an arrest nearly three years ago. Jurors deliberated for only around two-and-a-half hours yesterday after the four-day trial before delivering their verdict. Mistretta
Lake Michigan College is getting a police academy. The LMC board of Trustees on Tuesday signed off on the creation of a law enforcement associate degree program and a police academy certificate of achievement program. This means
After years of sitting empty, a high-traffic Benton Township property is on the path to a new life – and developers suggested residents may already have an idea of one of its new tenants. Fairplain Plaza owners
An Earth Day cleanup event is planned for Ox Creek in Benton Harbor this Saturday. The Southwest Michigan Planning Commission’s Marcy Hamilton told city commissioners this week the community is invited to the celebration at Hall Park
AAA of Michigan is urging drivers to put down their cell phones and keep their eyes on the road during this Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Spokesperson Adrienne Woodland tells us phone use is the number one cause
Benton Harbor City Commissioners have approved an agreement with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to receive a $958,000 grant to improve Hall Park. At a Monday meeting, they formally accepted the Spark grant to add a
Coming soon to downtown Buchanan will be food trucks. LiveBuchanan Manager Ashley Regal tells us they’re coming as part of a new promotion called Munchie Mondays, to feature food, drinks, and music downtown each Monday. She says
Perched near the edge of downtown St. Joseph’s bluff with its creamy yellow façade and striped awnings, Caffe Tosi is an iconic spot with a Bit O’ Something for everyone. Since its opening in 1993, the rustic
Willie Jean Floyd 84, of Benton Harbor departed this April 16, 2023 at home surrounded by the prayers of her family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Robbins Brothers Funeral Home, Benton Harbor. Posted On: Tuesday, April 18,
ilbusca/Getty Images (OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla.) — Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has called for the resignation of several local officials following the release of a recording that allegedly captured comments he called “hateful rhetoric” that were made at a
Benton Harbor City Commissioners have voted to formally hire a consultant to help them seek funding for water system work needed throughout the community. At a Monday meeting, they approved a contract with John Young, a consultant
The Cook Nuclear Power Plant has reduced power on its Unit 1 reactor to 50% for maintenance work. The power was reduced at midnight Tuesday and will remain at that level until the work is done. Unit
