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Local officials meet to learn about opioid settlement fund avenues
ESCANABA, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Public officials from across the Upper Peninsula met in Delta County today for education on how local governments can utilize opioid settlement funds to combat the opioid...
10h ago

MDOT: $3.4 million investment will resurface US-2/US-41 intersection, surrounding area
POWERS, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Following severe spring flooding at the US-2/US-41 intersection in Powers, the Michigan Department of Transportation will be resurfacing the area starting May 11.
17h ago

Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport delays launch of United Airlines service to Chicago
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Due to a new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) order, the launch of United Airlines' planned service between the Chicago and Marquette airports has been postponed.
17h ago

Hat draw breaks tie in Ishpeming City Council vacancy appointment
ISHPEMING, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Claudia Demarest is the newest Ishpeming City Council member, appointed in a rather unique way: her name was drawn from a hat.
18h ago

Two miles of Iron County's US-2 to be resurfaced in $9.5 million project
CRYSTAL FALLS, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Another hefty resurfacing project is coming to the eastern Upper Peninsula, announced the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). This time, US-2 will get a ne...
19h ago

'Murdering coward' sentenced to life in prison for killing of pregnant mother
FORD RIVER TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Nearly two months after a jury trial found Tavaris Jackson guilty of murder, he is being sentenced to life in prison without parole.
20h ago

Copper Shores Victim Services invites community to 'Michigan Crime Victims' Rights 101' presentation
HOUGHTON, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Copper Shores Victim Services is inviting the community to come out and learn more on crime victims rights on Thursday, May 7.
May 01, 2026

Marinette man heads to trial in alleged involvement in teen drowning death
MARINETTE, Wisc. (WBUP/WJMN) - There are new developments in the criminal case against Tylor Birch, 21, regarding his alleged involvement in the drowning and subsequent death of a Jakob Bowerman, 13, ...
May 01, 2026

On the ballot: Burt Township School District's Operating Millage Renewal
GRAND MARAIS, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) -- An operating millage renewal is on the May 5th election ballot for those living in the Burt Township School District.
Apr 30, 2026

Stephenson man's remains found a day after house fire, sparking investigation
STEPHENSON, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - The remains of a Stephenson man have been recovered following an early morning fire a Stephenson residence on Wednesday, April 29, according to Menominee Sheriff Darrin...
Apr 30, 2026
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US Passes Legal Deadline for Iran Military Authorization
A legal deadline tied to U.S. military action against Iran is approaching, placing renewed focus on the scope and duration of the conflict. Under the ...
May 01, 2026
Oil Prices Rise as Strait of Hormuz Risks Intensify Amid Iran Tensions
Oil prices moved higher following escalating tensions linked to the Iran conflict, with officials pointing to increased risks around key shipping rout...
Apr 30, 2026
Federal Reserve Expected to Keep Interest Rates Unchanged
The Federal Reserve is expected to leave interest rates steady Wednesday as policymakers face a difficult mix of elevated inflation, higher gasoline p...
Apr 29, 2026
History in the Making: King Charles III Addresses Congress in High-Stakes U.S. Visit
King Charles III and Queen Camilla began a four-day state visit to the United States with a formal welcome in Washington, D.C., marking a high-profile...
Apr 28, 2026
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