On this week's Copper Country Today program: Dr. Maria Bergstrom from Michigan Tech talks with host Todd VanDyke about the change in approach to education at the university included in its new Essential Education program. Listen to the discussion here. Visit Keweenaw's Brad Barnett talks with host Todd VanDyke about th...

On this week's Copper Country Today: Host Todd VanDyke talks with Oliver Loode of the Uralic Centre for Indigenous Peoples in Estonia and Jim Kurtti about the surprising roots of the Finnish language and culture, and efforts to have Hancock named a Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture. Hear the discussion here. Painesdale Mi...

On this week's Copper Country Today program: Jake Tenharmsel and Gabriela Solorzano of the From the Ground Farmers Collective join host Todd VanDyke to discuss their summer farm markets, and how growers and patrons can get involved. Hear the conversation here. Host Todd VanDyke closed out Recycling Week with a conversa...

GLADSTONE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - A lot can happen on the playground and one second grader is making it a better place after noticing conflicts on the playground. Paislee Menard started a student-led initiative called the Playground Peacemakers, helping c...

MADISON, Wis. (AP) - Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has delayed a $1.2 billion project meant to keep invasive carp from reaching the Great Lakes by at least several months, saying he's worried President Donald Trump might not cover the federal...

UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - This warmer weather we're seeing means more people are out and about. Whether you're traveling around on foot or by wheels, it's important to keep an eye out for others and ensure everyone enjoys the...

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Multiple streets in the city of Marquette experience traffic disruptions due to crack sealing activities starting on Monday, May 12.

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Bald Eagle Harley Davidson in Marquette was revving their engines for the annual Blessing of the Bikes, to pray not only for the bikers, but their rides as well on Saturday.

MENOMINEE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) - Over the weekend, Menominee County Sheriff's Office announced on Facebook that retired K9 Avery passed away. Avery was an active member of the Menominee County Sheriff's Office from 2012 to 2021.