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Childhood obesity is on the rise. To combat the problem, some national restaurant chains like Chili’s, Burger King and I-Hop pledged to improve their children’s menu items by offering healthier food choices. Now a new study looks to see if they lived up to their word. Health Reporter Dr. Deanna …

Many people blame the weather for a flare up of their back or knee pain, but is there a connection? Health Reporter Dr. Deanna Lites has details from a new study.

Governor Rick Snyder signed off on a measure that lets landlords prohibit medical marijuana patients from growing or smoking the drug on leased residential property. Jim Matthews has the story.

The 99th legislative session begins at the Michigan Capitol today. Session will begin at noon. The new class of representatives, including 40 freshman reps, will be sworn in by Supreme Court Chief Justice Stephen Markman. The new House speaker will be Tom Leonard from Dewitt. Among the issues sure to …

New legislation signed by Governor Rick Snyder says the state or federal government must provide alternative water supplies for those whose water is contaminated as a result of substances migrating from government owned property. The legislation was introduced after groundwater and wells at the former Wurtsmith Air Base in Oscoda …

By Mark Wilcox, News Writer Michigan Technological University Michigan Technological University President Glenn Mroz has appointed Julie Seppala as vice president for finance. Her appointment was effective on Dec. 18. Previously, Seppala was appointed treasurer of the Board of Trustees, the executive director of financial services and operations and treasurer of …

There’s a new face at the Michigan State Police Calumet Post. Alpena-native Trooper Michael Oliver has joined the post. Oliver is a recent graduate of the 131st Trooper Recruit School. He will be continuing his law enforcement training and working with field training officers at the Calumet Post for the …

30-year-old Nile Nathan Rothenberger is facing a high misdemeanor charge of possession of marijuana on school grounds. The Atlantic Mine man pled Not Guilty at his arraignment in Houghton County Circuit Court Monday. Rothenberger was arrested in late November after officials at Houghton Elementary School complained to police that the …

It’s recommended that you get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise spread out during the week, such as walking 30 minutes five days a week. Now new research finds that people who got the recommended amount of exercise in just a day or two still reaped health benefits. Cardiologist …

Governor Rick Snyder has signed legislation to expand the care some nurses can give. The law allows for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses such as nurse practitioners, certified nurse mid-wives and clinical nurse specialists, the ability to provide a wider range of medical services. Olivia McLaughlin is with the Michigan Council …