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On the ballot: Burt Township School District's Operating Millage Renewal
GRAND MARAIS, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) -- An operating millage renewal is on the May 5th election ballot for those living in the Burt Township School District.
11h ago

Stephenson man's remains found a day after house fire, sparking investigation
STEPHENSON, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - The remains of a Stephenson man have been recovered following an early morning fire a Stephenson residence on Wednesday, April 29, according to Menominee Sheriff Darrin...
13h ago

Tourist Park closed to vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians for storm clean-up
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - For public safety, Tourist Park will be indefinitely closed to all traffic for storm clean-up starting Friday, May 1, announced the city of Marquette.
14h ago

U.P. veterans invited to informational town halls with VA leadership
UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Veterans are invited to engage with local veterans affairs leadership at a series of eight town halls across the central Upper Peninsula.
15h ago

'See snow? Go slow' is theme for MDOT's next annual student plow design competition
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Statewide, high school and middle school students are invited to participate in the 2026-27 Paint the Plow program for a chance to have their unique design featured on M...
16h ago

Dollar Bay-Tamarack City Area Schools' operating millage up for renewal
DOLLAR BAY, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Voters within the Dollar Bay-Tamarack City School District will decide Tuesday whether to renew a critical funding measure that supports district operations.
16h ago

Bridgefest fireworks to launch from Portage Canal in 'wider, more immersive' 2026 show
Houghton, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - At this year's Bridgefest, organizers have achieved a years-long dream of launching fireworks directly from the waters of the Portage Canal through a new partnership.
17h ago

Teal Lake Melt-Down prize reaches historic high, topping $5,000
NEGAUNEE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - One of the tell-tale signs of an Upper Peninsula spring has arrived: Negaunee's Teal Lake Melt-Down structure has fallen through the ice.
18h ago

Marinette high school principal faces battery charges
MARINETTE, Wis. (RRN) - A Marinette High School principal is facing criminal charges tied to alleged domestic violence incidents from 2022.
19h ago

United Way's Community Investment Panels puts "Shark Tank" twist on funding non-profits
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Non-profits across Marquette County made their pitch Wednesday night on why they need funds for their programs. Local volunteers then decided how much they receive.
23h ago
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US Passes Legal Deadline for Iran Military Authorization
A legal deadline tied to U.S. military action against Iran is approaching, placing renewed focus on the scope and duration of the conflict. Under the ...
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Oil Prices Rise as Strait of Hormuz Risks Intensify Amid Iran Tensions
Oil prices moved higher following escalating tensions linked to the Iran conflict, with officials pointing to increased risks around key shipping rout...
21h ago
Federal Reserve Expected to Keep Interest Rates Unchanged
The Federal Reserve is expected to leave interest rates steady Wednesday as policymakers face a difficult mix of elevated inflation, higher gasoline p...
Apr 29, 2026
History in the Making: King Charles III Addresses Congress in High-Stakes U.S. Visit
King Charles III and Queen Camilla began a four-day state visit to the United States with a formal welcome in Washington, D.C., marking a high-profile...
Apr 28, 2026
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