State News

Below average temperatures continue across the state, leading to cooler water temperatures here in the Upper Peninsula. The National Weather Service in Marquette says a lack of sunshine statewide has been making an impact. “If we look right now, obviously it has been cool since we came through the spring …

June 19th is officially recognized as Juneteenth Celebration Day in Michigan following a proclamation Tuesday by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Juneteenth commemorates the day when slavery was abolished in the United States. “Juneteenth is an important day throughout our nation and Michigan is proud to take part in recognizing the bravery …

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and Michigan Tech Research Institute (MTRI) are researching a new way to collect bridge condition data. The 3-D optical bridge evaluation system (3DOBS) uses a vehicle-mounted camera and software to supplement traditional inspections. Here, the device is about to collect data on the northbound …

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy will host two online public meetings Monday, June 17, 1-2 p.m. EST (Register Here) or Tuesday, June 18, 6-7 p.m. EST (Register Here) to inform the public about the Aquila Back Forty Mine applications and permitting process. The proposed project would …

Two people are facing possible drunk driving charges after a pair of crashes in Marquette County. A Trooper from the Michigan State Police Negaunee Post responded to a traffic crash on M-35 near County Road ML in Richmond Township shortly before 7:00am on Saturday.  Prior to arriving on scene, Marquette …

The following press release was issued by Communications Director John Fee from the Catholic Diocese of Marquette: Bishop John Doerfler’s statement on support of Houle sainthood cause It is an occasion of great joy in the Diocese of Marquette to receive the (unanimous) support of the U.S. bishops in the …

UP Health System—Marquette has a new interim CEO. Veteran healthcare leader Jerry Dooley has been a part of the Duke LifePoint and LifePoint Health teams for more than a decade, serving as interim CEO for hospitals across the nation that are experiencing a leadership transition. He was chosen as the …

State Representative Greg Markkanen is proposing the closed Ojibway Correctional Facility be repurposed into a training academy for corrections officers. The House’s corrections budget includes funding to study potential locations for a training academy. The Hancock Republican proposed an amendment Tuesday to to include the vacant prison in Gogebic County …

A tragic accident involving a suspected drunk driver and a horse drawn carriage in Michigan a few days ago is serving as a reminder to all motorists to be aware of carriages and horse drawn buggies on the road. Several children were fatally injured in the crash and other family …

A pair of Upper Peninsula residents are being selected by Governor Gretchen Whitmer to serve on state boards and commissions. Marquette County Sheriff Gregory Zyburt is a member of the Marquette Area Public Schools Crisis Team. He is appointed to succeed Sheriff Douglas Wright who resigned May 10th to represent …