The Berrien County Board of Commissioners has agreed to let the Berrien County Health Department hire nine additional staff members using federal CARES Act funds. During a Thursday meeting, the health department was the main focus of
From the Associated Press — A Detroit-area hospital says it will reinstate visitor restrictions out of an abundance of caution following a rise in coronavirus cases among staff, patients and visitors. Beaumont Health said the limits will
Michigan is reporting 1,121 new cases of the coronavirus and 16 additional COVID-19 deaths. The state Department of Health and Human Services says of the 16 deaths, 9 were identified during a vital records review. Michigan now
State officials are investigating an incident out of the UP where a drone that was surveying erosion damage to the shoreline was attacked in mid-air by a bald eagle. The drone pilot was mapping the shoreline when
A first-of-its-kind connected and autonomous vehicle corridor is set to be built between Detroit and Ann Arbor to help test driverless cars. Governor Gretchen Whitmer was among those speaking at a Michigan Economic Development announcement today in
The Benton Harbor Area Schools Board of Education has approved the district’s return to school plan for the coming academic year. Chief of Schools LaWanna Shelton told the board this week there will be both an online
Congressman Fred Upton is pushing for a new coronavirus stimulus package that will include money for schools to reopen. He tells WSJM News he’s been talking with superintendents throughout the Sixth District, and hearing that they need
South Haven Public Schools will resume instruction this fall virtually. Superintendent Kevin Schooley tells WSJM News district leadership tried to plan for the coming year with flexibility for parents and students in mind. “If they want to
As more schools announce their plans for a return to classes this fall, the Berrien County Health Department is advising them on how to be safe. Spokesperson Gillian Conrad tells WSJM News contrary to what some people
Indiana Michigan Power continues to work on restoring service to those who lost it in Monday’s storms. I&M has released the following statement: Indiana Michigan Power made significant progress restoring power Wednesday morning and afternoon. As of
From the Associated Press — Improvements planned for Holland State Park in western Michigan include a new restroom building, an automated parking notification system and even upgrades to a campground’s electric service. But a draft of the
There’s been a big find in southwest Michigan as the Mill at Vicksburg is being redeveloped into a mixed use project in southwest Michigan. Paper City Development COO, Jackie Koney, says some scientists came out and investigated
It’s been a busy time in Benton Harbor for Michigan State Police. The agency assigned six troopers and a sergeant to bolster police patrols in the city last week in response to a request for aid from
Benton Harbor’s central dock is changing hands after 85 years. Jack Kinney has sold it to construction firm Reith-Riley, and the 80-year-old was mostly happy with the sale. “This is kind of a tough thing on me
If you’ve got bags and bags of pop and beer cans piled up because of COVID-19, imagine how the beer and soft drink wholesalers feel. Many, like the president of the Michigan Soft Drink Association, Darek Bajema,
The Michigan Department of Agriculture has confirmed state’s first case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis for 2020. It was diagnosed in a 2-year-old female horse in Clare County. State Veterinarian Dr. Nora Wineland says the virus is typically
The Niles city council is backing the creation of a social district downtown that allows people to walk around with open adult beverages. While it could be a big deal according to Niles Downtown Development Authority’s Lisa
Indiana Michigan Power continues working to restore electric service to those who lost it in Monday’s storm. I&M has released the following statement: Indiana Michigan Power is channeling a multitude of resources to restoring power to more
A proposed Financial Recovery Agreement between Benton Harbor Area Schools and the state of Michigan is under review by the local board of education. During a Tuesday meeting, Deputy State Treasurer Joyce Parker presented the plan to
Congressman Fred Upton is calling on the U.S. Defense Department and the Department of Homeland Security to extend federal funding for the Michigan National Guard for the rest of the year. He tells WSJM News the guard
An order from Governor Gretchen Whitmer requiring all farm workers in Michigan to be tested for COVID-19 is getting pushback from farm groups and some state lawmakers, including state Representative Pauline Wendzel. She tells WSJM News the
A rash of vehicle break-ins and vehicle thefts is under investigation by the Lincoln Township Police Department. It says the incidents occurred overnight on Tuesday all over the township. Two vehicles, an SUV and a pick-up, were
From the Associated Press — Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is scheduled to be featured on the opening night of next week’s Democratic National Convention. Whitmer will speak Monday during the four-day event, which will be virtual due
Three southwest Michigan communities are among 23 statewide receiving grants for infrastructure work next year through the Community Service Infrastructure Fund program. Run by the Michigan Department of Transportation, the program provides matching grants to communities of
Indiana Michigan Power continues to work on restoring service to customers who lost it in Monday’s storm. The company has released the following statement: More than 900 employees of Indiana Michigan Power, other power companies and business
Michigan is reporting 796 additional cases of COVID-19 for Tuesday. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says there have been a total of 88,756 cases of the illness in the state since the start of
A St. Joseph bar has lost its ability to have loud music on the weekend after 10 pm. Two weeks ago, the St. Joseph City Commission voted to allow that for the Sandbar, over by the high
More orange barrels are coming to St. Joseph starting next week. On Monday, the Michigan Department of Transportation is scheduling work for M-63 from Milton Park south to Harding’s. They will be making pavement repairs between Midway
The U.S. Census Bureau will begin its door-to-door effort in all Michigan communities today. Workers will be following up with people who have not yet responded to the census. “All of the census takers will have PPE
They’re the first and very likely not the last to call off the football season this year. Lake Michigan Catholic athletic director Neil Carter says it was one of the hardest decisions they’ve ever had to make.
