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Winter storm blankets area

MARQUETTE — With upwards of one foot of snow driven by winds gusting to 40 miles per hour, driving continued to be a challenging affair in many parts of Superiorland late on Thanksgiving Day. Traffic had increased speed since Wednesday night when thousands of motorists in what passes as the ...

Michigan State Police warns U.P. residents about holiday scams

MARQUETTE — The holidays are a time of giving and joy but they can also be a time when scammers try to take advantage of others. Scammers can target all age groups, but older adults are often at higher risk. The Michigan State Police Eighth District is sharing tips to help residents avoid ...

Political clout of Gen Z voters expected to grow

LANSING – With a new generation of voters growing, social media has taken command as the main focal point of political news. Especially for Generation Z. During the 2024 election, the young voter turnout (ages 18-29) in Michigan reached 58%, an increase by 4% from the 2022 midterm election, ...

Michigan gun task force: Ban assault weapons, raise minimum buying age

LANSING — Michigan’s Gun Violence Prevention Task Force is calling on the state to ban assault weapons, close a concealed pistol license “loophole” and increase the minimum age to buy guns to 21. Those are just a few of the 39 recommendations included in Monday’s final report from ...