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The ice bucket challenge became a viral sensation in 2014 and raised more than $100 million. The ALS Association says money raised from the Challenge is the reason scientists have discovered a gene that contributes to the inherited type of this disease. Kristin Munyan is with the ALS Association Michigan …

The latest polling data reveals the gender gap in the race for president is alive and well in our state. Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick has more on the numbers from Mitchell Research.

The second of four reports focused on a strategy for the Great Lakes says there should be a focus on renewing waterfronts, promoting water accessibility and investing in the state’s commercial and recreational harbors. The Department of Environmental Quality’s Office of the Great Lakes developed the strategy which is focused …

New research from the University of Michigan shows using a touch screen to order food could lead to more unhealthy eating. The co-authors of five studies on the subject found that an iPad-like touch interface with menus leads people to make more hedonistic food choices over more healthful ones. They …

There are many ways to support the Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter Home, giving of your time is one of the most valuable. The shelter for victims of domestic violence is in need of volunteers. Mary Niemila is the executive director of the shelter. Niemila said 25 years ago the shelter …

Calumet-Laurium-Keweenaw Rotary Club proudly presents The Tamburitzans at the Calumet Theatre on August 10th at 7:00 pm. Returning for over 70 years, the Tamburitzans is the longest running annual show at the Calumet Theatre. CLK Rotary sponsors the show to keep this great Copper Country tradition alive and as a …

Houghton, MI – Throughout the month of August, Isle Royale National Park will celebrate the National Park Service’s (NPS) 100 birthday. Events will take place in Rock Harbor, Windigo, and Houghton. On August 25, 1916 President Woodrow Wilson signed congressional legislation establishing the NPS to administer the cultural and scenic wonders that define all …

The 2nd Annual Keweenaw Science and Engineering Festival begins next week with another packed schedule of STEM-themed events. Festival board member Susie Landers says people are really excited this time around because they know what to expect. The four-day event opens with the Layers of Superior Art Exhibit in the …

HOUGHTON – The Aspirus Women’s Health Team will host the “Big Latch On,” a synchronized community breastfeeding event, on Saturday, Aug. 6, at Aspirus Houghton Clinic. Nursing mothers are invited to gather in the clinic’s private Outpatient Therapies room and support one another by “latching on” (breastfeeding) as a part …

Will union workers support Donald Trump over Hillary Clinton in the election? UAW President Dennis Williams says all indications point to NO. He says internal numbers put Trump support around 19 percent in the union.