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Hundreds of thousands of hunters began their quest for whitetail deer across Michigan this past weekend with the start of the annual firearms season. Michigan Department of Natural Resources Deer and Elk Program Leader, Brent Rudolph, says they expect nearly 600,000 to take part during the 16-day season, and reminds …

State officials say while hunting traditions will be observed in the next two weeks, Michigan’s economy will reaps the benefits. The most recent data from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service indicate hunting in Michigan generates more than $2.3 billion in economic impact. This includes everything from trip expenses like …

As firearms deer season continues, a coalition is stepping up it’s advice to Michigan motorists’ not to “Veer For Deer” should you encounter one. Susan Hiltz, of Triple-A Michigan, a member of the Michigan Deer Crash Coalition says with the beginning of the state’s firearms deer season, it’s time to …

Michigan Attorney General BIll Schuette says the nearly 300 gay marriages conducted in the state in March are now “void,” following the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals decision upholding Michigan’s ban on same-sex marriage. The 6th Circuit Court of Appeals last week overturned a March ruling by U.S. District Judge …

Now is the time to sign up for health insurance as open enrollment commenced this past weekend. The Department of Insurance and Financial Services says whether Michiganders are enrolling for the first time through the Health Insurance Marketplace or purchased a plan last year, the agency has resources and information …

The Portage Lake Lift Bridge was delayed almost a half hour today due to a mechanical malfunction. According to the Houghton Police Department, plowing on the bridge caused a piece to get stuck and held up drivers around 2 p.m. this afternoon. The issue was resolved and no other problems …

The suspect involved in a stabbing in Hubbell appeared in Houghton County Circuit Court Thursday. Paul Moilanen is charged with second-degree murder for the death of 48-year-old Marcy LaVigne and the attempted murder of LaVigne’s daughter. He chose to stand mute on both counts. A preliminary hearing will be scheduled in …

With opening day of firearm deer season coming up Saturday, those heading out to the hunt should be aware of this year’s changes to Michigan’s hunting license structure. Hunters now have two license options: the single deer or the combination deer license. The single license is applicable to archery, firearm, …

Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette is challenging requests for electric rate increases by two utility companies that serve the U.P. Wisconsin Public Service Corporation and Northern State Power have both asked recently to increase their electric rates. Schuette says that if the Michigan Public Service Commission approves the request, a typical …

A bill has been introduced in the Michigan House to require all state law enforcement officers to wear a body video camera. House Republican Tom McMillan says his bill will help create a clear record of all police interactions with the public. The officer would be permitted to turn the …