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In today's news: The Berrien County GOP has struck back against controversy over its engagement featuring some January 6 defendants and two men acquitted of charges in the kidnapping plot against Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Pope Leo XIV, the first American to be elected as pope of the Catholic Church, not only is from Chicago, but he has extensive ties to Southwest Michigan.  Several Southwest...

In today's news: The Berrien County Democratic Party says it's disappointed that the Berrien County GOP is welcoming two January 6 defendants and two men charged in the plot to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer to Stevensville Friday. Students at Paw Paw High School are preparing to take part in the painting of a mural near the building's entryway to spread a message about mental health.  The...

In today's news: The city of Buchanan has been awarded a $1 million state grant for its downtown infrastructure project.  State Representative Brad Paquette has introduced new legislation that would ban gender transition procedures for minors in Michigan. A Van Buren County has won more than $5 million in the Michigan Lottery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The South Haven City Council is inching closer to taking a vote on the return of a lifeguard program for city beaches. Work to improve Hall Park in Benton Harbor will now move forward following action by city commissioners Monday. Kimberly "Kimmy" Cramer is this spring's recipient of Lake Michigan College's Spirit of Nursing award, one of the highest honors bestowed upon a graduat...

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In today's news: Congressman Tim Walberg has been working on some changes to the federal government's student loan program to reduce costs and help prevent young college students from going too deeply into debt.  The deadline to get a REAL ID is fast approaching after years of postponements and delays.  The Berrien County Health Department is planning a Community Baby Shower for first-ti...

In today's news: The city of South Haven has applied for an emergency dredging permit from the Army Corps of Engineers to get its recreational harbor ready for boaters this summer as the water in the harbor has become too shallow.  President Donald Trump has signed an executive order slashing federal funding to public broadcasters PBS and NPR. How does that affect WNIT in South Bend? Berrien...

In today's news: Congressman Bill Huizenga isn't laying out a timetable for making a decision on whether to run for the U.S. Senate, but he's feeling pretty good about the idea.  A St. Joseph man who was killed Wednesday in a Benton Township crash has been identified as a popular instructor at Lake Michigan College. As Benton Township plans the creation of a new park near the intersection of...

In today's news: Police investigate fatal head-on crash in Benton Township  St. Joseph rental inspections contracted out and fees increase Benton Harbor's Second Baptist Church celebrates 150 years and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The city of St. Joseph is notifying the public the Whirlpool Compass Fountain below the bluff downtown won't be opening on its traditional date this year.  St. Joseph City Manager Emily Hackworth has received a positive performance evaluation from city commissioners.  It's time once again for the Bridgman Open Air Market to reopen for the season.  See omnystudio.com...

In today's news: Third interim police chief appointed in South Haven Corewell Health announces apartment complex plan in St. Joseph St. Joseph city commission balks at paying for maternity leave and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Applications are now available for the next round of Heart of Cook grants. Corewell Health is planning to build some new apartments in St. Joseph.  Thursday is the big day for the Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen as it completes its move into a new location. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah from the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber joins Zack to discuss upcoming employer webinars, ribbon cuttings, Business After Hours events, and more! Find them all at smrchamber.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Congressman Bill Huizenga "leaning toward" run for U.S. Senate Area business owners make plea to change St. Joseph parking plan Three Chicago women arrested for alleged smash and grab in Stevensville and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Three Chicago women are facing charges after a smash and grab robbery at the T-Mobile store in Lincoln Township on Sunday. The Cass County Sheriff's Department is investigating a fatal fire on Monday. The track at St. Joseph High School will be a hopping place this Friday as the Rotary Club of St. Joseph-Benton Harbor holds its 67th Annual Track Meet.  See omnystudio.com/list...

In today's news: Area congressman welcomes President Trump back to Michigan Berrien Co. GOP ready to sue local veterans group Elections inspector training set and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Berrien County GOP has released a statement amid controversy over its scheduled event featuring January 6 defendants and two men charged and later acquitted in a plot to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer.  The United Way of Southwest Michigan has announced the winners of its Volunteer Awards for the year.  The Berrien County Clerk's office will hold an event to offer...

In today's news: South Haven's police chief resigns after scrutiny on holding two jobs More money flowing to the Palisades Nuclear power plant for restart Local drone operator captures extensive Lake Michigan erosion footage and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: South Haven Police Chief Dennis Honholt has resigned.  The Berrien County Board of Commissioners has gotten an update on how some of the county's opioid settlement money has been put to use since it announced a partnership with the First Church of God in St. Joseph last year.  The Michigan Maritime Museum in South Haven will be unable to sail its tall ship, Friends Good...

In today's news: Report claims South Haven's police chief is still a chief in Dover, Tenn. Six candidates filed for St. Joseph City Commission A "nationwide grassroots" group holding local townhall in Benton Harbor and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: City leaders in St. Joseph are spreading the news about the coming changes to downtown parking in the summer, hoping to allay concerns and clarify what the arrangement will be.  A grassroots political organization formed this year in Southwest Michigan is planning a town hall for this Friday in Benton Harbor to discuss how spending cuts, tariffs, and new policies on the feder...

In today's news: Seatbelts now required on Dial a Ride in Benton Harbor Dredging underway near Tackle Haven docks on St. Joseph River Cook Nuclear Power Plant's weather buoy is back and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A 2016 graduate of St. Joseph High School is the winner of America's Test Kitchen Next Generation Season 2.  The Cook nuclear power plant weather buoy is now back in Lake Michigan, signaling the start of the busy boating season.  St. Joseph Public Schools' newest foundation is making significant progress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Local reaction to Pope Francis's passing Benton Harbor approves $300k in sidewalk work St. Joseph hears both sides of upcoming parking fees and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Catholics all over the world are mourning Pope Francis following his death at the age of 88 on Easter Sunday.  As the city of St. Joseph prepares to implement its downtown paid parking program this summer, social media has blown up with negative remarks. However, some business voices downtown are urging people to give the parking plan a chance. The city of Bridgman is hoping...