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The battle lines are being drawn as a new review of tougher fuel economy standards gets underway. AutoBeat Reporter Jeff Gilbert tells us a new government report sets the stage.
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Great Lakes Water Temperatures On The Rise
The trend for Great Lakes water temperatures is on the upswing. Jason Scott reports.
Read More »New Pokemon Craze Causing Careless Driving
The warning you never thought you’d have to hear: Don’t Pokemon and drive. The Pokemon GO craze has now found its way into the driver’s seat, says State Police Lieutenant Mike Shaw. Shaw says nothing against the latest craze, but you really need to keep your eyes on the road, …
Read More »New Knee Therapy Being Offered
A cool treatment is offering faster relief for patients having knee surgery. St. Joseph Mercy Oakland is the first in the state to offer the new therapy. We hear about it from Health Reporter Dr. Deanna Lites.
Read More »Fight Continues Between State And Corporations Over Taxes
Michigan government could be on the hook for a billion dollars if some major corporations appeal and win a fight over taxes. Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick explains.
Read More »Polls Shows Most Men Have Unfavorable Opinion Of Clinton
A new poll of Michigan voters shows Hillary Clinton has a gender problem with Republicans and Democrats. Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick breaks it down.
Read More »Beware Of Wild Parsnip
It may be attractive to look at, but the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service is sending out a warning about wild parsnip. It’s a perennial that can stand 3-5 feet tall and is becoming very prominent in the Upper Peninsula. The problem is if you touch it and are …
Read More »Additional Senior Project FRESH Coupons Available
There is still a chance for local seniors to receive free coupons for local produce. The $20 coupons are part of Senior Project FRESH and can be redeemed at many local farmer’s markets. Additional coupons were ordered and are available at the MSU Extension office in Hancock while supplies last. …
Read More »DNR Can’t Confirm Cougar Sighting In Marquette County
Trekker is back and apparently he’s roaming around Marquette County. Several reports were made recently of a cougar on Iron Ore Heritage Trail near Stoneville Road in Ishpeming. Experts at the Michigan Department of Natural Resources say they can’t confirm the sighting. They add that residents who believe they have …
Read More »Plane Crash Kills Two In Marquette County
UPDATE: 11:39am 7/19/16 The names of the two people killed in Monday’s plane crash have been released. Michigan State Police say 49-year old Dean Honkala and 48-year-old William Brewer, both from Ishpeming, were the occupants–although it remains undetermined who was piloting the plane. The crash happened around 8:00pm Monday in Ely …
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