Michigan Tech Students Receive Diplomas at Mid-Year Commencement More than 400 graduates stepped into their future Saturday, as they received diplomas at Michigan Technological University’s mid-year Commencement. The ceremony took place in a packed Varsity Gym at Michigan Tech’s Student ...

DETROIT — Fifty years later, a man who grew up in suburban Detroit tried to return a very overdue baseball book to his boyhood library. The answer: You can keep it — and no fine. Chuck Hildebrandt, 63, of Chicago said he visited the public library in Warren while in town for ...

LAURIUM — What was once allegedly the largest incorporated village in the United States might be going through a change, the Laurium Village Council is taking a serious look at becoming a city, and will soon begin seeking input from village residents. Village Manager Ian Lewis said the ...

State Rep. Greg Markkanen on Tuesday voted against proposed amendments regarding the disposition of firearms.  Bills 4144-6146 would require the destruction of most guns seized as part of buyback program, which Markkanen says would prohibit the Michigan State Police from selling or trading ...

HOUGHTON — The Houghton City Council meeting was held on Wednesday to disclose reports and pass a few resolutions. While the city is busy with snow removal and sand placement, City Manager Eric Waara said he and others working for the city have already begun discussions on springtime ...

KEWEENAW COUNTY — With the latest “snow event” on Wednesday and Thursday morning, Keweenaw County recorded a snowfall total of 6 inches, bringing this season’s total snow on the ground to 20 inches. Relying heavily on winter tourism, many cities and towns across the Upper Peninsula ...