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Nessel announces charges against six people for non-citizen fraudulent voting
Attorney General Dana Nessel is charging five non-citizens who are alleged to have voted in Michigan’s 2024 November general election and one U.S. citizen alleged to have registered their non-citizen spouse to vote. Following an audit, the Department of State referred 16 cases of suspected non-citizen voting in the 2024 […]
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I Want a Genie in a Bottle
Hello again, everyone. Thankfully, I am back again this month. For those of you who missed a blog or two recently, I was diagnosed with end-stage renal disease, and I heard my doctor tell my mom I probably won’t make it until the end of the year. I won’t lie […]
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Sault Tribe Chairman Not Happy with Line 5 Decision
SAULT STE. MARIE, MICH. – Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Chairman Austin Lowes issued the following statement Thursday regarding the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ decision to approve a key permit for Enbridge’s proposed Line 5 tunnel project beneath the Straits of Mackinac: Yesterday was a dark day for […]
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Luigi Mangione set to appear in court for expected guilty plea in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
NEW YORK (AP) — Luigi Mangione is scheduled to be in federal court Friday for a hearing at which he’s expected to plead guilty in connection with the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, according to a person familiar with the matter. Mangione could still change his mind about the plea, said […]
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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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Motorcycle vs Motorcycle results in death of one biker
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 […]
Local News
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Sault Tribe Chairman Not Happy with Line 5 Decision
August 14, 2026SAULT STE. MARIE, MICH. – Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Chairman Austin Lowes issued the following statement [...] -
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
- It’s time to check trees for invasive Asian longhorned beetle
- Honoring Our Life Savers Behind the Headset
Michigan News
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Nessel announces charges against six people for non-citizen fraudulent voting
August 14, 2026Attorney General Dana Nessel is charging five non-citizens who are alleged to have voted in Michigan’s 2024 November general [...] -
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 [...]
- Motorcycle vs Motorcycle results in death of one biker
- Fatal Traffic Crash in Baraga County
- Michigan Senate bill targets license plate reader cameras amid privacy concerns
National News
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Luigi Mangione set to appear in court for expected guilty plea in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
August 14, 2026NEW YORK (AP) — Luigi Mangione is scheduled to be in federal court Friday for a hearing at which he’s expected to plead [...] -
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
- Iran’s leaders think they have Trump cornered, but their strategy carries great risks
- August 7 is National Purple Heart Day
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
- Worker dies at Algoma Steel; investigation underway




























