State Representative Mary Whiteford spoke about her own family this week at the Unite to Face Addiction rally held at the Michigan Capitol. She says she wanted to tell real, personal stories about loved ones who have
A suspect is in custody after he crashed his vehicle into the Flagstar Bank on Niles Avenue in St. Joseph Friday afternoon. He was being chased by Michigan State Police when his vehicle struck another vehicle and
Cornerstone Alliance has announced the installation of free public Wi-Fi in the Benton Harbor Arts District. It says the new network offers a free wireless internet connection to anyone located in the Arts Park, allowing use for
Lakeshore Public Schools has launched a new campaign to foster positivity and encouragement in the district. Superintendent Greg Eding tells WSJM News the yard sign campaign invites Lakeshore families to show their support by placing “We Heart
Control room operators at the Palisades nuclear power plant have removed the nuclear reactor from service for the final time. The shutdown was on Friday. The plant was originally scheduled to permanently shut down on May 31,
From the Associated Press — Changes to Michigan’s crime victim compensation fund to help more applicants get access to funds to pay for medical bills and funeral costs after a crime have been signed into law by
The Michigan House Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation Committee heard testimony about a special hunting season for senior citizens. State Representative Gary Eisen talked to Michigan News Network about his bill to create a seven-day hunting license
It should be easier for parents to buy baby formula under a bill headed to President Biden’s desk for his signature. One of the key sponsors of the legislation is Michigan U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow. She says
It’s a warning to boaters as the weather starts to warm up from the Coast Guard. Coast Guard spokesman Jeremiah Schiessel told Michigan News Network that gas stations are now authorized to sell a summer blend of
There’s been a bittersweet graduation for students at Oxford High School, who are still coping with a tragic shooting that left four of their classmates dead and seven others wounded. Among those who spoke to the class
Coming back to Lake Bluff Park in St. Joseph on May 28 is the St. Joseph Farmers Market. St. Joe Today’s Amy Zapal tells us the market features the products of local growers and artisans, with everything
The Whirlpool Foundation has announced the results of its annual Sons and Daughters Scholarship local competition. This year, eight Whirlpool Corporation families in the Benton Harbor-St. Joseph area were honored with awards. For 2022, the foundation has
As Berrien County Commissioners plan for future developments, they’ll have a ten year strategic plan to follow. Consultant James Hettinger spoke to commissioners Thursday about the planning document, which he says focuses heavily on broadband development as
An effort to get a diaper bank started in Berrien County is picking up momentum. United Through Motherhood’s Ruth Kremer tells WSJM News there’s a great need for diapers in the area as a mother with a
The Food and Drug Administration’s commissioner says a baby formula factory in southwest Michigan could be up and running by next week. FDA Commissioner Robert Califf appeared before the U.S. House Appropriations Committee Thursday morning and said
The Berrien County Board of Commissioners has honored former Berrien County Sheriff Forrest Nick Jewell after he passed away over the weekend. At Thursday’s meeting, the board approved an honorary resolution for Jewell, something it had been
From the Associated Press — Both Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Republican-led Legislature are proposing new plans to cut taxes but remain at odds over the scope and immediacy of any relief. The Democratic governor called for
The newest Berrien County Commissioner is James Martin, now representing the Third District, which covers Benton Township. The county commission on Thursday interviewed four candidates for a vacancy in that seat created when Don Meeks resigned in
The fan-favorite “Kids Day” will once again return to the 2022 KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship at Harbor Shores to engage young fans and showcase all of the excitement around the event. While the entire event will include
The YMCA of Greater Michiana is opening its doors next week to those in the community ages 65 and older in honor of National Senior Health and Fitness Day on Wednesday, May 25. The YMCA says all
Three Oaks is among 15 communities in the state splitting $7.3 million in new grants from the MI Clean Water Plan. Governor Whitmer says the village will receive $236,150 for water system enhancement through Distribution System Materials
A new report found Michigan kids have remained stagnant across several key indicators of student success, such as fourth-grade reading and eighth-grade math performance. One in four Michigan students who go onto postsecondary opportunities require remedial education,
Michigan has now passed 2.5 million cases of COVID-19 since March 2020. The Department of Health and Human Services says 29,267 people tested positive for the virus in the past week for a total 2,501,863. There were
The Berrien County Road Department is advising drivers a bridge in Buchanan Township will close next week. It says the Walton Road Bridge over the St Joseph River will close starting Monday and remain closed through the
The concession area at Jean Klock Park in Benton Harbor will once again be occupied and open for business soon. Licks Sweet Treats and Eats has taken up residence at the concession stand and will kick off
A hiring event is planned by Michigan Works in Benton Harbor for next month. Director of business solutions Mark O’Reilly tells WSJM News employers from sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, government, retail, logistics, and construction will be
Watervliet’s South Elementary School has gone viral online for a project it did to show students the benefits of helping those in need, and now it’s gotten the attention of the Kelly Clarkson Show. Clarkson this week
Students at 26 schools around the state will be offered primary care and mental health support services through newly established school-based centers, thanks to funding approved by the Michigan Legislature in the latest budget. The School-Community Health
From the Associated Press — A high school student from Ukraine who won’t return home because of war will stay in Michigan and start college. Mariia Smahliuk accepted an offer from Central Michigan University. The exchange student
Starting Tuesday, May 31, bottled water distribution will be moving from the high school to the Boys & Girls Club of Benton Harbor Fettig Youth Campus at 600 Nate Wells Sr. Drive. The final day for water
