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John James taps Rep. Jay DeBoyer as running mate in Michigan governor's race
This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan n...
3h ago

Michigan ORV Free Weekend returns
MICHIGAN (WBUP/WJMN) - Michigan's Free ORV Weekend is returning on August 15 and 16. During the two-day event, both Michigan residents and out-of-state visitors can ride more than 4,000 miles of off-r...
5h ago

Join Team Starlettes for resale fundraiser supporting U.P. Hospice
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Dancing with Our Stars: Marquette County Style is a little under two months away, with seven teams set to battle for first place.
7h ago

Rep. Haley Stevens praises Wisconsin Dem primary win, targets GOP opponent's focus on hunting wolves
WASHINGTON (WBUP / WJMN) - U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens is throwing her support behind Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley after his victory in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, while tak...
13h ago

Contiguous US sets record for hottest month as climate change raises the baseline
HIGHLAND, Mich. (WBUP / WJMN) - Last month was the hottest on record for the contiguous United States, breaking a long-standing mark set back during the Dust Bowl.
14h ago

Army looks to Michigan auto industry, private sector to maintain 'arsenal of Democracy'
NOVI, Mich. (WBUP / WJMN) - The U.S. Army wants more help from the commercial sector, specifically Michigan's auto and defense industries, to modernize its forces as global threats escalate.
14h ago

Resource fair helps prep kids and families for the coming school year
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - The Lake Superior Village's Youth and Family Center held their annual Back-to-School Resource Fair earlier this afternoon.
18h ago

Battle of the Badges go-kart races return to fight food insecurity in the U.P.
SANDS TOWNSHIP, Mich. - A go-kart racing competition returns this weekend to support two organizations working to address food insecurity in Marquette County.
19h ago

Calumet's Pasty Fest brings fun, food, and community to summer events
CALUMET, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Pasty Fest embraces a medieval theme this year. Transforming the beloved festival into a "ye olde style" celebration that blends Renaissance fair traditions with...
23h ago
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Karoline Leavitt to Leave White House Press Secretary Role at End of August
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will step down from her position at the end of August, ending her tenure after becoming the youngest pers...
9h ago
Deadly Midwest Storms Leave More Than 800,000 Without Power
Hundreds of thousands of customers across the Midwest were left without electricity after severe storms moved through several states on Tuesday. Reute...
Aug 12, 2026
U.S. Childhood Vaccine Recommendations Shift Under New Federal Guidance
The Trump administration is changing its approach to childhood vaccination recommendations in the United States, recognizing 11 inoculations as the co...
Aug 11, 2026
Strait of Hormuz Remains Key Flashpoint as U.S. Weighs Next Steps with Iran
President Donald Trump is signaling that economic pressure remains a central part of the U.S. approach toward Iran as tensions continue across the reg...
Aug 10, 2026
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