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Cleanup underway after 'potential oil spill' closes Mackinac County boat launch
Crews are working fast to contain an oil spill discovered at the McKay Bay boat launch just east of Cedarville.
19h ago

Denim Day Walk raises awareness about sexual violence, showcases solidarity
CONTENT WARNING: The following article includes discussions of sexual assault and violence.
Apr 17, 2026

BREAKING: Marquette County under Local State of Emergency for flooding conditions
NEGAUNEE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Marquette County is now under a local State of Emergency due to flood conditions following a last-minute declaration signing on Friday, April 17.
Apr 17, 2026

UPPCO: Stay away from Escanaba Dam 1 as high water flows
ESCANABA, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - As high water flows at Dam 1 in Escanaba, the Upper Peninsula Power Company (UPPCO) is telling the public to stay away from the facility due to excess water.
Apr 17, 2026

Man arrested behind My UP News studio in connection to PlayStation 5 theft
MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - A man was arrested behind the My UP Now studio in Marquette Township in connection to a theft on Friday, April 17.
Apr 17, 2026

Menominee County businesses, individuals impacted by flood can request tax relief
MENOMINEE COUNTY, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Menominee County individuals and businesses impacted by the recent flooding are eligible for state tax extension relief, announced Michigan Treasurer Rachael Euba...
Apr 17, 2026

State, federal agencies to begin removing contamination from Torch Lake this summer
TORCH LAKE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - As part of a Great Lakes national Program Office cleanup project, state and national agencies will begin removing contaminated sediment from the Keweenaw's Tor...
Apr 17, 2026

Copper Country ISD seeks to fill five Parent Advisory Committee vacancies
HANCOCK ,Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Parents Advisory Committees (PACs) in the Upper Peninsula will seek new parents to join teams representing schools across the region. One with five vacancies is Copper Cou...
Apr 17, 2026

1st Keweenaw's Got Talent raises $3,500 to support HCH renovations
HANCOCK, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Over the weekend, the Hancock Community Hub (HCH) hosted the first ever Keweenaw Got Talent showcase to highlight the region's creative talents.
Apr 17, 2026

Newberry man, 19, accused of accessing and sharing child sexually abusive material
NEWBERRY, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - A 19-year-old Newberry man was arrested for possession of child sexually abusive material (CSAM), according to Michigan State Police (MSP).
Apr 17, 2026
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Back in the Big Red Chair: Adam Levine Signs on for 'The Voice' Season 30 After Season 29 Victory
Apr 17, 2026
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Iran Re-imposes Strict Control on Strait of Hormuz Amid U.S. Blockade
Iran's armed forces said Saturday that the Strait of Hormuz had returned to strict military management, reversing the brief reopening announced a day ...
12h ago
White House Grants Limited Exception for Russian Oil Delivery to Cuba
The White House said the United States allowed a Russian-flagged tanker carrying crude oil to reach Cuba on humanitarian grounds, even as Washington k...
Apr 17, 2026
Iran to Compete in 2026 World Cup; FIFA Rejects Venue Change Requests
FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will take part in the 2026 World Cup despite the conflict involving Iran and the United State...
Apr 16, 2026
Luther Vandross Estate Welcomes Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Recognition
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's 2026 class put Luther Vandross back in the spotlight this week, and his estate said the moment carries real weight....
Apr 16, 2026
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