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MSP Provide Update with Names of Victims in Missaukee Co Mass Shooting
MISSAUKEE COUNTY, MICH. Autopsies have been completed on all six deceased individuals involved in the Aug. 14 Missaukee County shootings. Each is being identified by name, and through the investigation it has been determined that the suspect was known by all involved. • The three deceased individuals found at the South LaChance Road address have been identified as 45-year-old Shane McGowan, 40-year-old Amanda Everitt, and 16-year-old Eric Thomas. The 13-year-old girl […]
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Bureau of Elections: Citizens-only voting group short of signatures
The group seeking to amend the Michigan Constitution so that non-citizens are blocked and purged from the voter list and require all voters to show identification when voting has fallen short of the needed number valid signatures to qualify for the November ballot, according to Bureau of Elections staff. The […]
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MSP Brings Teen Defensive Driving Training to the Upper Peninsula
Upper Peninsula, Michigan. The Michigan State Police (MSP) hosted Teen Defensive DrivingPrograms in Brimley and Gladstone on August 15 and 16, 2026. The programs gave a total of63 teens hands on training and practical skills to help them become safer drivers. 33 students in total attended the Brimley sessions on […]
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MSP Trooper’s Search for Biological Family Unexpectedly Connects Him With Other Career Peers
Trooper Tom Kinnunen has lived most of his life in the Upper Peninsula, worlds away from where he was born in Korea. “My parents adopted me when I was one,” said Trooper Kinnunen. “The U.P. is my home. I have a wonderful life and career here, but I don’t know […]
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Jocelyn Benson picks Winnie Brinks as running mate in Michigan governor race
GRAND RAPIDS — Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson has selected Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks of Grand Rapids as her running mate and potential lieutenant governor, she announced Wednesday. To enact her agenda, “I need a governing partner who has a track record for getting things done,” Benson said in […]
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Important deer season changes are coming
Important changes for the 2026 deer seasons New for 2026: Digital eHarvest deer tags now available Deer hunters have a new option for tagging their harvest this year. Digital kill tags are now available through the Michigan DNR Hunt Fish app, providing a convenient alternative to traditional paper tags. With a digital […]
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Trump says US and Canada have reached last-minute deal to delay 50% US tariffs on Canadian imports
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday he was delaying the 50% U.S. tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian imports after the two countries reached a last-minute deal less than two hours before the sanctions were to go into effect. The announcement, which Trump made on his social media platform, buys time […]
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Has my car been scanned by a Flock camera? How to check online
Flock cameras, the automatic license plate readers, continue to spark interest among Michigan residents — with many wondering if their information has been captured, and there is a way to find out. Automated license plate readers (ALPRs) gather vehicle information such as make and model, color, license plate, a time […]
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Local Credit Unions Invite Community to Free Fraud and Cybersecurity Seminar
SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – Four Upper Peninsula credit unions are joining forces to help area residents recognize fraud, strengthen their online security and feel more confident responding to suspicious calls, messages and requests. Soo Co-op Credit Union, Limestone Financial Credit Union, 4Front Credit Union and U.P. State Credit Union […]
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Fact check: Republicans tie Jocelyn Benson to criminal case involving KKK
Michigan Republicans are highlighting Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson’s connections to a civil-rights nonprofit facing criminal charges under President Donald Trump’s Department of Justice. The Southern Poverty Law Center and one of its former executives are accused of defrauding donors by giving payments to members of extremist groups it had recruited as […]
Local News
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MSP Brings Teen Defensive Driving Training to the Upper Peninsula
August 20, 2026Upper Peninsula, Michigan. The Michigan State Police (MSP) hosted Teen Defensive DrivingPrograms in Brimley and Gladstone on [...] -
Local Credit Unions Invite Community to Free Fraud and Cybersecurity Seminar
August 18, 2026SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – Four Upper Peninsula credit unions are joining forces to help area residents recognize fraud, [...] -
If You Drink and Drive the Sheriff’s Office is Coming After You
August 17, 2026The Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office will be out looking for those who endanger the citizens of Chippewa County and all [...]
- Expanded VA Eligibility for Local Veterans: In-Person Enrollment Events Announced
- UPDATE: M-129 bridge project north of M-80in Chippewa County faces delays
- Sault Tribe Chairman Not Happy with Line 5 Decision
Michigan News
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MSP Provide Update with Names of Victims in Missaukee Co Mass Shooting
August 20, 2026MISSAUKEE COUNTY, MICH. Autopsies have been completed on all six deceased individuals involved in [...] -
Bureau of Elections: Citizens-only voting group short of signatures
August 20, 2026The group seeking to amend the Michigan Constitution so that non-citizens are blocked and purged from the voter list and require [...] -
MSP Trooper’s Search for Biological Family Unexpectedly Connects Him With Other Career Peers
August 20, 2026Trooper Tom Kinnunen has lived most of his life in the Upper Peninsula, worlds away from where he was born in Korea. “My [...]
- Jocelyn Benson picks Winnie Brinks as running mate in Michigan governor race
- Important deer season changes are coming
- Fact check: Republicans tie Jocelyn Benson to criminal case involving KKK
National News
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Has my car been scanned by a Flock camera? How to check online
August 19, 2026Flock cameras, the automatic license plate readers, continue to spark interest among Michigan residents — with many wondering [...] -
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
- 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
Sports
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NOJHL announces preseason schedule
August 18, 2026SUDBURY, Ont. – The Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League (NOJHL) announced Tuesday its current preseason schedule. The [...] -
Local Lads in Soo Eagles’ Net
August 15, 2026Soo Eagles are staying in their own neck of the woods when it comes to two of the three goalies who will tend twine for the [...] -
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
- Soo Eagles and Soo Indians Announce Official Affiliation Between Two Teams
- Legendary coach Doreen Ingalls steps down after five state titles at Saint Ignace
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 [...]
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