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From high-tech to low, The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has implemented projects across the Upper Peninsula this year designed to make highways safer - now and in the future. MDOT safe...

State Rep. Lee Chatfield Thursday was selected to serve as the new Speaker of the House for the 2019-20 legislative term. Chatfield, of Levering, said he is eager to get to work as Speaker and build u...

Gov. Rick Snyder is joining President Donald Trump's call to lower Michigan and U.S. flags today through sunset on Saturday, Nov. 10, in honor of the victims of the shooting in Thousand Oaks, CA. "The...

Including the cities of Escanaba, Gladstone, Manistique, and Seney WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7...

Forsyth Township Police arrested Randy James Tuominen, 32, of Gwinn on a 3-count felony warrant. The charges stemmed from a month-long investigation into the death of a 4-month old infant, whom Tuomin...

UP Health System - Portage and UP Health System - Marquette have been awarded an 'A' from The Leapfrog Group's Fall 2018 Hospital Safety Grade. The designation recognizes UP Health System's efforts in...

For nearly thirty years, Bay College and Lake Superior State University (LSSU) have united together to offer baccalaureate degree programs for students in the Escanaba and surrounding areas. Represent...

Statement of United States Attorneys Matthew Schneider and Andrew Birge Regarding the Passage of Proposal One The people of Michigan have voted to legalize - with certain restrictions - the possession...

The Michigan Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development voted to approve Food and Agriculture Investment Fund grants for two food and agriculture projects in Michigan. The projects will help grow...

LISTEN TO COMMENTS FROM BAY COLLEGE PRESIDENT LAURA COLEMAN A groundbreaking ceremony was held at Bay College in Escanaba Wednesday afternoon for the start of construction on an expansion of the athle...