The Benton Harbor City Commission chambers will be getting some technology upgrades following action this past week by the body. Commissioners were considering a $67,000 plan to purchase new equipment like microphones and cameras so meetings can
If you don’t think there are enough construction projects going on right now on Michigan highways, another one will start Monday in Berrien County. Michigan Department of Transportation spokesperson Nick Schirripa tells WSJM News they’ll be working
By Ryan Yuenger ryany@wsjm.com To say the musicians downtown St. Joseph on “rocked the block” Friday night wouldn’t exactly be accurate – it was more of a musical serenade. Michigan musicians Saxsquatch, The Lasso, Jordan Hamilton and
From the Associated Press — Ford is expanding a recall of SUVs and telling owners to park them outside after a series of engine fires that can happen even when the ignition switches are off. The company
Economic development groups say one thing holding southwest Michigan back from more robust growth is a shortage of affordable housing. During a forum with the five primary candidates for Michigan House in the 38th District on Thursday,
There will be a volunteer steward day at Warren Dunes State Park next weekend. the Michigan Department of Natural Resources says everyone’s invited to come to help remove spotted knapweed to help protect native pitcher’s thistle. No
People asked, and one local organization answered. For the first time ever, the Berrien County Youth Fair will be offering a “still exhibit” auction at this year’s fair, a move which organizers said likely will please fairgoers
Benton Harbor’s Donovan Frazier, Junior has racked up another honor. Sherri Ulleg with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Benton Harbor tells WSJM News Donovan won the local club’s Youth of the Year award this year, and
A new leader of the local roads will soon be be taking the wheel. Buchanan resident and Army veteran Mark Heyliger has been hired as the new director of the Berrien County Road Department. The Board of
Following a fire this week that shut them down for the rest of the summer, the Curious Kids Museum in St. Joseph is getting help recovering from the southwest Michigan community. The day after the fire on
An Allegan County man will spend between 50 and 75 years in prison after being caught with a large amount of child pornography downloaded to his phone and producing some of it with two children he had
The five candidates running in the August 2 primary for the new 38th Michigan House District squared off in a forum Thursday night. There are three Republicans and two Democrats running. Among the local issues the five
Public comments are being taken on Berrien County’s Hazard Mitigation Plan. County Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Rockey Adams tells WSJM News to qualify for some federal grants, the county needs the plan to help it be ready for
The block will be rocking once again ahead of a popular downtown St. Joseph event. As the Krasl Art Center prepares to host 172 artists from across the country for the 60th Art Fair on the Bluff
Many schools in the Big 10 allow alcohol sales in their college stadiums, but not Michigan. Some state lawmakers have now introduced bills to change that. State Representative Graham Filler has co-sponsored a bill in the House
Four days of twang is underway in Niles as a the 20-year anniversary of the Niles Bluegrass Festival kicked off Thursday evening at Riverfront Park. Hosted by the Riverfront Optimist Club of Niles, the festival features about
There will be a series of open houses next month on the Berrien County Trails Master Plan. The Southwest Michigan Planning Commission’s Marcy Hamilton tells WSJM News work started on the plan last winter as the Friends
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy says the city of Benton Harbor’s water system has met the requirements of Michigan’s Lead and Copper Rule during the most recent six-month sampling period. Test results released
From the Associated Press — A Republican candidate for Michigan governor has pleaded not guilty for his actions during the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Ryan Kelley has said he and other supporters
Former professional boxer and Navy veteran Walter Swann was named the new president of the Dowagiac Rotary Club on Thursday. The 80-year-old Swann has taught boxing in the Dowagiac area for more than 20 years since relocating
Four Battle Creek men are facing charges after allegedly breaking into some marijuana dispensaries in Van Buren County and then leading police on a chase. The Van Buren County Sheriff’s Department says deputies responded to an alarm
Organizers of a campaign to let the voters decide abortion rights in Michigan say they have gathered more than enough signatures to put the issue on the ballot. The announcement was made by Linh Song at the
Four Republicans vying for your vote to be Michigan’s next governor debated for the fifth time ahead of the August 2nd primary in Grand Rapids Wednesday. A portion of the debate dedicated to abortion rights and gubernatorial
A suspect and a Detroit police officer have been shot and killed on the city’s west side. Detroit Police Chief James White said the officer and his partner responded about 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to a call of
Regulators have approved a plan from Michigan’s largest utility to stop burning coal to generate energy by 2025. Consumers Energy aims to get more than 60% of its energy from renewable sources by 2040, and to tap
By Ryan Yuenger ryany@wsjm.com After decades of research, the story of a famous and mysterious local organization is headed to the big screen. A new documentary exploring the origins and history of Benton Harbor’s House of David
A local fire department has taken a big step to improve its response in emergency rescue situations. The Benton Charter Township Fire Department announced the purchased of new, battery powered Jaws of Life rescue tools this week,
A fundraiser has been launched for the Curious Kids Museum in St. Joseph following a fire Tuesday that forced it to close. Boss Services has started a Go Fund Me, seeking to raise $5,000, which it’s offering
The city of South Haven will install life jacket loaner stations at the North and South Beaches, thanks to a donation from Safe Kids Worldwide. Public Works Director Bill Hunter says the non-profit works to protect kids
