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State police warn of newest telephone scam

Another telephone scam apparently is making the rounds, according to the Michigan State Police. This most recent scam involving individuals posing as MSP personnel. Reports indicate scammers are calling residents falsely claiming they have missed a court date or have committed some type of violation, the MSP warns in a news release. The callers use this tactic to create a sense of urgency and panic, attempting to pressure individuals to provide personal information. MSP wants to make it clear this is a scam. “The MSP will never call individuals to request sensitive personal ...

Wisconsin’s first West Nile case a warning

Wisconsin health officials are again warning of the dangers of mosquito-borne diseases after detecting the first West Nile virus activity in the state for 2025, on the eve of its normal peak season. A human case of WNV illness has been reported in a Barron County resident in northwestern Wisconsin, and mosquitos collected from Milwaukee and Lafayette counties — both well downstate — have tested positive for WNV. “The first detections of West Nile virus this year are a reminder to take steps to prevent mosquito bites and possible disease. West Nile virus poses a risk to all ...

Wisconsin urges UTV riders to buckle up

As residents and summer visitors alike enjoy Wisconsin’s trails and backroads, officials in that state are reminding utility terrain vehicle, or UTV, riders to focus on safe operation — starting with the simple step of wearing a seat belt. Wisconsin has recorded 23 fatal UTV-ATV crashes so far in 2025. Only five of those individuals were wearing seat belts at the time of the crash, according to a news release from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. UTVs have also been involved in the majority of fatal UTV-ATV incidents this year — accounting for 86% of all ...

State police in midst of stepped-up speed enforcement

Speeding is no big deal, right? Everyone does it, right? And what real harm does it cause? Actually, pushing that pedal down can be dangerous for more than just the driver, state law enforcement officials warn. Speeding is far from just a violation of traffic laws. Aggressive driving not only puts drivers and passengers at risk, it can affect the lives of all roadway users, including pedestrians and bicyclists. So the Michigan State Police, along with city and county police departments across the state, are conducting dedicated speed enforcement throughout July, the MSP states in a ...

Michigan observing Culinary Careers Month

This is Culinary Careers Month in Michigan, offering a chance to recognize the culinary industry’s role in Michigan’s economy, culture and community identity. Hospitality creates tens of billions of dollars in annual sales in Michigan and employs 10% of the state’s workforce, or more than half a million residents, according to a proclamation from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Culinary Careers Month seeks to inspire students and job seekers to explore the opportunities available. Meanwhile, the continued success of the hospitality industry depends on fostering awareness and support for ...

Antitrust lawsuits, political speech don’t mix

The Biden administration stretched antitrust laws for political ends, and now the Trump crowd is doing the same. The latest exhibit is the Justice Department's bizarre legal filing in a lawsuit (Children’s Health Defense v. WP Company) by anti-vaccine activists against media companies. Children’s Health Defense — the anti-vaccine outfit that Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. previously led — and like-minded plaintiffs claim the Washington Post, Reuters, Associated Press and the BBC colluded with Big Tech companies to censor them. The platforms are ...