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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 ...

MSP announces new Negaunee post commander

NEGAUNEE — The Michigan State Police have announced that First Lt. Jeremy Hauswirth has been appointed as the new commander of the MSP Negaunee post. Hauswirth shifts into this role after having served as the post commander at the Iron Mountain Post since November 2020. He enlisted with the ...

Thanksgiving options for those looking to eat out

MARQUETTE — Thanksgiving sees a lot of restaurants close for the holiday, as families ready to cook a fine holiday meal; but those who aren’t so kitchen savant are left with little options. Marquette does have a list of options for those looking to eat out on Thanksgiving. From breakfast ...