Congressman Fred Upton is calling on House leadership to work on a COVID-19 relief package that can be approved by both the House and the Senate. That’s after he says House Democrats on Thursday approved a plan
From the Associated Press — A Michigan group has submitted more than 539,000 signatures to repeal a law that has given Governor Gretchen Whitmer broad emergency powers during the coronavirus pandemic. Unlock Michigan is demanding that the
Governor Gretchen Whitmer is moving the Upper Peninsula back to Phase 4 of the MI Safe Start plan due to a rising number of COVID-19 cases there. The governor’s office has released the following: After a recent
Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson are among those reacting to the positive tests for COVID-19 for President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump. Both wished them a speedy recovery, with Whitmer calling it
From the Associated Press — Money is abundant in Michigan’s competitive U.S. Senate race, in which a campaign-finance expert projects spending will top a staggering $100 million by Election Day. First-term Democratic Senator Gary Peters said Thursday
The COVID-19 pandemic will enable more people to take part in an annual walk to improve the lives of people with Huntington’s disease. Sara Boers, a Kalamazoo area Huntington’s disease support group facilitator, tells WSJM News they’re
It’s a call to end racial discrimination of certain hairstyles in the workplace. Asia Tennille is an account executive at the Michigan ad agency Campbell Ewald, which is getting behind a bill that’s in the state Legislature
As Michigan’s archery deer hunting season began Thursday, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources wants hunters to keep certain rules in mind. Chad Stewart is a deer biologist with the DNR who spoke with Michigan News Network
Berrien RESA is once again teaming up with the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department and Michigan State Police for the Handle with Care program. RESA Superintendent Eric Hoppstock tells WSJM News through the program, RESA will be notified
A grant of $377,000 is being accepted by Berrien County to help recoup COVID-19 related costs. Community Development Director Dan Fette told the Berrien County Board of Commissioners Thursday the funds come from the federal CARES act
Honor Credit Union is now taking applications for its annual Teacher Awards. Honor CU Brand Specialist Kayla Smith tells WSJM News this is the eleventh year for the Teacher Awards, and they come at a time when
Berrien County Treasurer Shelly Weich says this past weekend’s Berrien County Land Auction went well in its first ever online iteration. She updated the Berrien County Board of Commissioners on Thursday. “We actually had a surprising 233
The Berrien County Trial Court will move into Phase 3 of its reopening next week, meaning more proceedings will be carried out in person. The court has released the following: In compliance with the Michigan Supreme Court’s
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced a new $500 million plan to upgrade drinking water and wastewater infrastructure around Michigan. The governor’s office has released the following: Governor Gretchen Whitmer today, along with bipartisan and bicameral partners, announced MI Clean Water, a $500 million comprehensive water
The U.S. House has approved the re-authorization of the School-Based Health Centers program through 2024. Congressman Fred Upton tells us his legislation provides school-based health clinics with federal support so they can provide healthcare to students in
A pair of state senators are working on bills that would ban guns from Michigan’s capitol. Democrat Dayna Polehanki, along with fellow Democrat Rosemary Bayer, wants weapons out of the state building for safety reasons. She spoke
If you enjoy Michigan craft beer, this is your week. For the second year, Pure Michigan and Short’s Brewing Company are releasing Pure Michigan Autumn IPA on Friday. Short’s founder Joe Short says the beer tastes like
From the Associated Press — The state of Michigan has settled a decadelong lawsuit over so-called juvenile lifers. The deal accelerates rehabilitation programs that could enhance their release from prison. It also puts deadlines on local prosecutors
United States Secretary of Energy Dan Brouilette is in Michigan this week to learn about some of the state’s energy needs and the work Michigan does in that sector. One stop will take Secretary Brouilette to a
From the Associated Press — The lifetime ban from receiving food benefits for those with more than one drug-related felony conviction could be lifted under a bill that passed the Michigan Senate on Wednesday. The current law
Can you make room in your home for a dog or cat who needs one? The Bissell Pet Foundation is sponsoring an Empty the Shelters event Thursday through Sunday with 45 shelters in Michigan taking part. Foundation
The Michigan Secretary of State’s office says Michigan voters have requested 2.5 million absentee ballots for the November election. Through October 19, residents with a Michigan driver’s license or state identification card can register online at Michigan.gov/Vote.
The Berrien County Health Department is closely watching cases of COVID-19 in schools as we get about a month into the academic year during this pandemic. Department spokesperson Gillian Conrad tells us there have been some COVID
St. Joseph Today will not be holding its usual Trick or Treating event in downtown St. Joe and the Benton Harbor Arts District this Halloween. Director Amy Zapal says the organization had to keep the health and
Southwestern Michigan College is giving commemorative COVID coins to its staff as a thank you for helping during the pandemic. SMC held its annual employee recognition program on September 25 via Zoom with 95 people logged in
Brandywine Community Schools has something to celebrate this week. The district held a ribbon cutting on its brand new tennis courts. The days of Brandywine High School tennis team members driving across town, with racquets in tow,
If you’re still trying to plan a fall getaway, Ludington officials say it’s a great destination along Lake Michigan. Ludington Area Convention and Visitor’s Bureau Director Brandy Miller told Michigan News Network this week s they have
$12 million has been put up by Consumers Energy to help customers pay their energy bills during the pandemic. Consumers Energy spokesperson Brian Wheeler tells WSJM News they have a goal to assist 25,000 households and 1,000
Some experts are warning the proposed Line 5 tunnel project in the Straits of Mackinac is not ready for prime time. The state is holding hearings on Enbridge’s permit applications for the project. Geological engineer Brian O’Mara
Governor Gretchen Whitmer is urging all Michiganders to keep up the fight against COVID-19 as the cold weather approaches. Speaking in Houghton on Tuesday, the governor said everyone needs to continue masking up and social distancing. “The
