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SAULT STE MARIE, Mich. — The Coast Guard, in coordination with local, state and federal partners, is working with the American Transmission Company to respond to a leak from a utility line in the Straits of Mackinac, approximately two miles west of the Mackinac Bridge. The Coast Guard received notification that …

The Houghton County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a reported stabbing in Portage Township that occurred early Tuesday morning. One man was treated for his injury and a woman has been taken into custody and lodged in the Houghton County Jail pending arraignment in 97th District Court. The suspect’s name has …

The Michigan State Police Calumet Post wants motorists to be aware that April is National U Drive. U Text. U Pay. month. Law enforcement officers across the state will be stepping up patrols for motorists who text while driving. Michigan’s texting law prohibits drivers from reading, manually typing or sending …

As the Baraga Chamber of Commerce marks its 15-year anniversary this week, 35 Baraga County businesses will receive awards Friday for their continued support as founding members of the Chamber. “The Chamber has been in existence for 15 years. We’re celebrating our 15th anniversary this week actually. Our purpose is …

MARQUETTE — On Monday night, Northern Michigan University hosted a public town hall meeting with Michigan Senator, Tom Casperson. The Senator, who represents Michigan’s 38th district, joined students and community members at Jamrich Hall to discuss his experiences in the Michigan legislature. Casperson also discussed the state of Michigan’s economy, …

Marquette – Upper Peninsula Power Company (UPPCO) plans to pass along savings from the new federal tax law to its customers, company representatives said Monday. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was passed into law at the end of 2017, effectively lowering corporate tax rates from 35 percent to …

A retired senior priest of the Diocese of Marquette has been placed on administrative leave following accusations of sexual misconduct. According to a press release from the Diocese of Marquette, Father Frank Lenz was placed on leave effective immediately due to a recently-made credible allegation of sexual misconduct with a …

It happens–violence in public spaces and being prepared could save lives if it happens in your workplace. The public is invited to come learn from professionals about how to prepare you and your staff for safety. Hear from experts from the Houghton County Police Department, Michigan State Police, and Houghton …

Is it possible to be wrongfully convicted of sexual abuse based on false memories “recovered” in therapy? A webinar based on research and studies related to Victimology and wrongful convictions of sexual abuse is being hosted at Northern Michigan University, with an emphasis on Repressed Memory Therapy. The speaker is …

Saudi Arabia’s crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, recently visited the White House to discuss topics such as the Iran nuclear deal, Saudi Arabia’s dispute with Qatar, the Saudi-led intervention in Yemen and the acquisition of advanced weapons and nuclear reactors. Prince Mohammed recently had four hundred wealthy Saudi businessmen, including …