ST. IGNACE — The Mackinac Bridge Authority has reviewed a report from its consultant engineering firm that confirms the bridge is at a lower risk of collapse due to a vessel collision than nationally established thresholds, following an evaluation requested by the National Transportation ...
Today in History: July 9, 14th Amendment ratified By The Associated Press Today in History Today is Thursday, July 9, the 190th day of 2026. There are 175 days left in the year. Today in History: On July 9, 1868, the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, granting ...
MICHIGAN — On Sunday, candidate Mallory McMorrow (D) announced that she would be suspending her campaign for U.S. Senate. However, by Sunday some voters had already received and filled out their absentee ballots for the election and voted for McMorrow. The Michigan Secretary of State released a statement on Monday relative to the steps these voters can take to “spoil” their ballots and make their voices heard. “Michigan voters have time to request a new mail-in (absentee) ballot if they voted for a candidate who has dropped out,” read the statement. “The official process, ...
MARQUETTE — Saint Vincent De Paul Marquette on Wednesday hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for its new addition, which will allow space for expanded programs and improve existing programs. “Today marks an important step for the Marquette district,” said District President Karen Reese. ...
HOUGHTON — Forty-two year old Houghton County man Joshua LaCasse was sentenced to serve 9 to 20 years in a Michigan state prison Monday for delivery and manufacturing of methamphetamine. LaCasse was arraigned in February on one count of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine, one count of racketeering and two counts of using a computer to commit a crime. LaCasse pleaded guilty to the meth-related charge. The other charges were dropped by the prosecution in exchange for the guilty plea. According to media reporting, LaCasse was arrested in 2025 after an investigation concluded he ...
