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As Michigan rolls out automated traffic tickets, new law blocks driver points
Getting caught on camera speeding through a construction zone or blowing past a school bus stop sign could cost Michigan motorists hundreds of dollars, but it won’t cost them points on their driver’s license. A new law signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ensures automated traffic tickets can only result in fines in […]
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One vehicle crash results in one person dead
OTSEGO COUNTY, MI. On August 10, at approximately 8:07 a.m., troopers from the Michigan StatePolice (MSP) Gaylord Post responded to a traffic crash on Milbocker near the Badger Parkway in BagleyTownship. The preliminary investigation indicates that a vehicle driven by a 68-year-old Mancelona man wastraveling east on Milbocker when the […]
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U.S. Army Corps OKs Line 5 tunnel permit
The long-awaited permit for Enbridge Energy’s Line 5 tunnel project was provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers today, although construction is not imminent given other hurdles. Last month, the Michigan Supreme Court ordered the Public Service Commission to consider additional factors in its permit for the project. Other […]
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Motorcyclist in critical condition following collision with another motorcycle
OTSEGO COUNTY, MI. On August 9 at approximately 7:27 p.m., troopers from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Gaylord Post responded to a motorcycle crash on Finnegan Road near Gingell Road in Charlton Township. The preliminary investigation indicates that two motorcycles were traveling west on Finnegan Road together. The riders were […]
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Trump-Backed Mike Lindell Loses Minnesota GOP Gubernatorial Primary
MyPillow founder Mike Lindell lost to Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth in Tuesday’s GOP Gubernatorial primary for the state, while Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar comfortably secured her party’s nomination in a state where the Democrats are heavily favored to win in November’s general election. Lindell has faced several controversies during […]
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David Crowley wins Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor over progressive Francesca Hong
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Moderate Democrat David Crowley won the Wisconsin primary for governor, defeating a democratic socialist who fell short while trying to deliver another win for progressives in a battleground state. Crowley, the Milwaukee county executive, is vying to become Wisconsin’s first Black governor and pitched himself as the candidate […]
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Fatal Traffic Crash in Baraga County
BARAGA COUNTY, MI. On August 10, at approximately 10:20 p.m., troopers from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Calumet Post responded to a traffic crash on US-41 near the Baraga Lakeside Inn. The preliminary investigation indicates that as vehicledriven by a 66-year-old man was traveling southwest on US-41 when a 50-year-old woman entered the roadway on foot. The driver was unable to avoid her, and she was struck. The woman was pronounced […]
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Michigan Senate bill targets license plate reader cameras amid privacy concerns
LANSING, Mich. (News 10) – A Michigan state senator has introduced legislation to limit the use of automatic license plate reader cameras, which have drawn privacy concerns from the public even as law enforcement agencies say the technology has proven effective. State Sen. Jim Runestad (R-White Lake) introduced the bill, […]
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Michigan ranks No. 6 among states for worst record in chronic absenteeism
Michigan had the sixth-worst rate among 44 states for the number of students who were chronically absent from school in 2025, according to the new report. Last year, 29% of students in the Great Lakes State were chronically absent. The American Enterprise Institute report, “From Attendance Crisis to Chronic Condition?,” […]
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Shape the Future of Our Local Lands: Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District WantsYour Voice!
Every five years, critical decisions are made that directly shape the health, beauty, andsustainability of local forests, farmland, waterways, and wildlife across the Eastern UpperPeninsula. To ensure these efforts truly reflect the community’s vision, the Chippewa LuceMackinac Conservation District (CLMCD) is calling on all landowners, farmers, forest managers,and residents across […]
Local News
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U.S. Army Corps OKs Line 5 tunnel permit
August 12, 2026The long-awaited permit for Enbridge Energy’s Line 5 tunnel project was provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers today, [...] -
Shape the Future of Our Local Lands: Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District WantsYour Voice!
August 11, 2026Every five years, critical decisions are made that directly shape the health, beauty, andsustainability of local forests, [...] -
Raw Sewage Discharged Into Lake Superior In Sault Ste. Marie
August 11, 2026The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy says that sewer main on the west side of Sault Ste. Marie was [...]
- It’s time to check trees for invasive Asian longhorned beetle
- Honoring Our Life Savers Behind the Headset
- From Kayaks to Community Projects: EUPISD Students Leave Their Mark Across the Eastern Upper Peninsula
Michigan News
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As Michigan rolls out automated traffic tickets, new law blocks driver points
August 12, 2026Getting caught on camera speeding through a construction zone or blowing past a school bus stop sign could cost Michigan [...] -
One vehicle crash results in one person dead
August 12, 2026OTSEGO COUNTY, MI. On August 10, at approximately 8:07 a.m., troopers from the Michigan StatePolice (MSP) Gaylord Post responded [...] -
Motorcyclist in critical condition following collision with another motorcycle
August 12, 2026OTSEGO COUNTY, MI. On August 9 at approximately 7:27 p.m., troopers from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Gaylord Post responded [...]
- Fatal Traffic Crash in Baraga County
- Michigan Senate bill targets license plate reader cameras amid privacy concerns
- Michigan ranks No. 6 among states for worst record in chronic absenteeism
National News
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Trump-Backed Mike Lindell Loses Minnesota GOP Gubernatorial Primary
August 12, 2026MyPillow founder Mike Lindell lost to Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth in Tuesday’s GOP Gubernatorial primary for the state, [...] -
David Crowley wins Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor over progressive Francesca Hong
August 12, 2026MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Moderate Democrat David Crowley won the Wisconsin primary for governor, defeating a democratic [...] -
Trump reportedly hid in catering container to board secret flight in Turkey amid Iran threat
August 11, 2026Donald Trump departed on a secret military flight from Turkey to Britain last month when the White House said he was flying [...]
- Iran’s leaders think they have Trump cornered, but their strategy carries great risks
- August 7 is National Purple Heart Day
- Trump Signs Orders Targeting Birth Tourism, Limiting Birthright Citizenship
Sports
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The Rise of Kenny Belanger
July 27, 2026He has gone from a player who as a youngster was unceremoniously cut from a AAA program in his hometown of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. [...] -
Sudbury Cubs leaving NOJHL
July 17, 2026EDITOR’S NOTE: The owners of the reigning Northern Ontario Jr. Hockey League champion Sudbury Cubs have sent out the following [...] -
Soo Eagles and Soo Indians Announce Official Affiliation Between Two Teams
July 1, 2026The Soo Indians AAA Hockey Club is excited to announce an affiliation between the team and the Soo Eagles Jr. A team of the [...]
- Legendary coach Doreen Ingalls steps down after five state titles at Saint Ignace
- Soo Eagles Marceau off to Grand Valley State of AHCA
- Eagles’ Zaharias off to NCAA D-III Beloit College
North Of The Border
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Here’s how the experts see World Series Game 6 shaking out and what the Blue Jays need to do to win
October 31, 2025After a historic pitching performance from rookie Trey Yesavage in Game 5, and an offense that backed him up with six runs, the [...] -
One Charged with Sexual Assault, Forcible Confinement
October 10, 2025On October 9, 2025, detectives with Investigation Services charged 40-year-old Derek Morgan with sexual assault and forcible [...] -
Canada’s Trudeau announces resignation after nearly a decade as prime minister
January 6, 2025TORONTO (AP) — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation Monday after nearly a decade in power, bowing [...]
- Five people die in related shootings overnight in Sault, ON
- No more American-based news for our Canadian readers
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