From the Associated Press — The Michigan House has overwhelmingly approved a $65 billion state spending plan and the release of billions in federal COVID-19 relief aid for K-12 schools. There is an agreement between the Republican-led
The Michigan Department of Transportation is planning to completely close down I-196 from M-89 to M-40 for barrier wall repair. Those heading north will exit at M-89 near Ganges and Fennville and head east to M-40, then
Golf legend Jack Nicklaus and Baseball Hall of Fame broadcaster Ken “Hawk” Harrelson will return to Benton Harbor for a special scholarship fundraiser event supporting Lake Michigan College students this summer. “Lake Michigan College Legends Scholarship Fundraiser
Official White House Photo by Adam Schultz (WASHINGTON) — As the remaining U.S. forces exit Afghanistan, President Joe Biden is set to have his first face-to-face meeting with his Afghan counterpart, Ashraf Ghani, at the White House
The week of June 27 to July 4 will be Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week in Michigan. That’s when boaters will be reminded of things they can do to help prevent the spread of invasive species. Michigan
A year of free tuition is being offered by Lake Michigan College. LMC President Trevor Kubatzke tells WSJM News the offer covers full tuition and fees up to 30 credit hours for students who enroll in the
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced the launch of a new hotline to report cases of abuse by Boy Scout leaders. In a video released Thursday, Nessel said in order to pursue charges against Boy Scout
Berrien County Health Officer Nicki Britten is stepping down. Berrien County Administrator Brian Dissette told the county personnel committee on Thursday Britten’s last day will be July 9. “We wish Nicki the absolute best as she pursues
A resolution from state Senator Kim LaSata formally recognizing July as Dark Sky Awareness Month has been approved by the Michigan Senate. LaSata says it’s to help increase awareness and educational opportunities surrounding dark sky preserves. Those
Lake Michigan College has announced a free year of tuition for all students in the 2021-2022 academic year. LMC has released the following: Lake Michigan College is offering free tuition to students for the 2021-2022 academic year.
Congressman Fred Upton and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell are applauding the passage of their bill to protect all Americans and our environment from harmful forever chemicals known as PFAS in the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s markup. The
A new report predicts Michigan’s economy would see major benefits from the Biden administration’s proposed $274 billion investment to electrify the transportation sector. The report from Advanced Energy Economy notes the American Jobs Plan would increase GDP
Berrien County Health Officer Nicki Britten is stepping down. She is going to work for Spectrum Health Lakeland to be the Director of Population Health. Berrien County Deputy Health Officer Courtney Davis will replace Britten until a
Do you ever worry about hazardous materials being transported through Michigan on trucks? Michigan State Police are checking those kind of trucks all week with the annual Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Hazardous Material Road Blitz. Michigan State
Detroit police are partnering with other departments and putting helicopters in the air to look for road rage incidents and other violence on freeways. It’s called Operation Brison in honor of two year old Brison Christian, who
The masks are off and more people are allowed into restaurants. With the official lifting of COVID-19 restrictions in Michigan, the state’s chief medical executive, Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, believes 15 months later, things are finally returning to
Governor Gretchen Whitmer is pushing state lawmakers to expand the Futures for Frontliners free tuition program with the help of federal COVID-19 funds. The governor said she wants to spend $100 million for the program. “This infusion
The return of the Benton Harbor Riverfest will be on August 6 and 7 at 880 Riverview Drive. The Riverfest will be a celebration featuring music and more, says organizer and Benton Harbor City Commissioner Sharon Henderson.
Consumers Energy has announced it will phase out all coal power by 2025. Spokesperson Josh Piorcek tells WSJM News the plan will be good for the environment and customers. “Under today’s plan that we announced, we do
A Michigan House committee has approved legislation from state Senator Kim LaSata to give car dealerships more flexibility with their operating hours. LaSata tells WSJM News current state law requires Class A and B dealerships to be
A grant of nearly $1 million will be used to create an economic plan ahead of the closure of the Palisades nuclear power plant next year. Congressman Fred Upton tells WSJM News the $969,000 grant was announced
The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber is planning to celebrate the reopening of Michigan and the nation’s independence with a new event next month. Chamber Events Director Sarah Spoonholtz tells us the Independence Celebration will be at Watermark
Indiana Michigan Power’s Cook Nuclear Plant Unit 2 has been taken offline for a repair. Cook plant spokesperson Bill Downey tells WSJM News staff shut down the reactor Tuesday night. “Just before midnight some workers in the
The South Haven Rotary has celebrated the opening of the new $22 million Bronson South Haven Hospital with a tour of the facility and the presentation of two Rotary grants for Bronson. The Rotary says one grant
The results of the November 2020 general election in Michigan were accurately represented by the certified and audited results. That’s the finding of a report by the state Senate oversight committee. Republican state Senator Ed McBroom is
A new package of legislation has been introduced in the Michigan Legislature to fight the opioid epidemic. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has released the following: A bi-partisan package of bills to combat the
From the Associated Press — A couple jabs in the arm could make college less expensive at two Michigan schools. Western Michigan University says it will hold a series of drawings to give away more than $100,000
From the Associated Press — A rural county in northern Michigan wants an audit of its 2020 presidential election results. The Cheboygan County Board of Commissioners voted 4-3 Tuesday to seek the state’s permission to recount the
Florian Gaertner/Photothek via Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — Fresh from accompanying President Joe Biden on his first overseas trip, Secretary of State Antony Blinken returns to Europe for his first visits to Germany, France, Italy and the Vatican,
Benton Harbor City Commissioners have signed off on a program to help residents who are struggling with rent and water bills. At a Monday meeting, the commission approved spending $600,000 for rent assistance and $300,000 for water
