Local News
Michigan Technological University to establish a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence next fall
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BBBS of the Western Upper Peninsula earns the BBBS Pinnacle Award for impact on youth and communities
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UPCAP opens registration for the June Dementia Caregiving Workshop virtual program
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Bridgefest fireworks will launch from the Portage Canal in 2026
22h ago
2025-26 winter sets new Michigan Technological University campus snowfall record
22h ago
Non-homestead operating millage accounts for significant funding for Dollar Bay - Tamarack City Area Schools
Apr 30, 2026
Local Sports
Softball Sweeps for Lakes, Copper Kings - Saturday Sports Wrap
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Pistons Face Must-Win Game Tonight - Friday Sports Wrap
May 01, 2026
Sweeps for Hancock Baseball, Houghton Softball - Thursday Sports Wrap
Apr 30, 2026
Obituaries
Lloyd J. Kunick
2h ago
Barbara Jean Knipp
2h ago
Richard L. "Woody" Wood
18h ago
Jerry J. MacInnes
19h ago
Kevin Cadeau
Apr 30, 2026
Mike Gilpin
Apr 30, 2026
Bethany "Beth" Patterson
Apr 29, 2026
Helen Knuuti
Apr 29, 2026
Bradford James Tchida
Apr 29, 2026
Bernard Donald Alkire
Apr 27, 2026
Irene J. Byykkonen
Apr 27, 2026
William R Steele
Apr 27, 2026
Copper Country Today
Copper Country Today - April 26, 2026
On this week's Copper Country Today: Virginia Lambert and Ayla LaRoe from Copper Shores Victim Services join host Todd VanDyke for a discussion of their services to victims of sexual assault and other crimes. Listen to the conversation here. Host Todd VanDyke welcomes Julia Peterson and Robin Meneguzzo with an update o...
Apr 26, 2026
Copper Country Today - April 19, 2026
On this week's Copper Country Today: Host Todd VanDyke talks with Copper Country School District Superintendent Jim Rautiola about the upcoming election to renew the district's Career and Technical Education millage. Listen to the conversation here. Dr. Bill Roberts talks with host Todd VanDyke about the Campaign for M...
Apr 19, 2026
Copper Country Today - April 12, 2026
On this week's Copper Country Today program: Michael and Naomi Behrman talk with host Todd VanDyke about the revitalization of Special Olympics in the Western Upper Peninsula. Hear the conversation here. Nate Jones from the Calumet Theatre joins host Todd VanDyke with a preview of upcoming events, and an update about t...
Apr 12, 2026
Regional News from MyUPNow.com
MDOT: $3.4 million investment will resurface US-2/US-41 intersection, surrounding area
POWERS, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Following severe spring flooding at the US-2/US-41 intersection in Powers, the Michigan Department of Transportation will be resurfacing the area starting May 11.
18h ago
Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport delays launch of United Airlines service to Chicago
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Due to a new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) order, the launch of United Airlines' planned service between the Chicago and Marquette airports has been postponed.
18h ago
Hat draw breaks tie in Ishpeming City Council vacancy appointment
ISHPEMING, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Claudia Demarest is the newest Ishpeming City Council member, appointed in a rather unique way: her name was drawn from a hat.
19h ago
Two miles of Iron County's US-2 to be resurfaced in $9.5 million project
CRYSTAL FALLS, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Another hefty resurfacing project is coming to the eastern Upper Peninsula, announced the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). This time, US-2 will get a new look costing $9.5 million.
20h ago
'A murdering coward': Tavaris Jackson sentenced to life without parole for 2023 murder
FORD RIVER TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Nearly two months after a jury trial found Tavaris Jackson guilty of murder, he is being sentenced to life in prison without parole.
20h ago
Copper Shores Victim Services invites community to 'Michigan Crime Victims' Rights 101' presentation
HOUGHTON, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Copper Shores Victim Services is inviting the community to come out and learn more on crime victims rights on Thursday, May 7.
May 01, 2026
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