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Mexican Citizen Sentenced for Fentanyl Dealing
(South Bend, IN) - A man from Mexico who was arrested in Elkhart for trafficking drugs has been dealt a lengthy prison sentence. In November 2022, Guadalupe Reyes Jr. (50) was arrested with another man in a large drug bust. Federal prosecutors say Reyes, a Mexican citizen, was arranging deals for thousands of fentanyl pills, which his co-defendant, Jerry Edwards, was delivering via mail.
Mishawaka High School unveils new caveman statue
MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WNDU) - Mishawaka High School was packed on Saturday, as the school officially unveiled its long-awaited caveman statue. Mike Faulkner, the former assistant athletic director at Mishawaka High School, passed away in 2022 after a battle with cancer. His family was in attendance for the unveiling of the...
BEWARE: Cases Rising Of Severe And Deadly Superbug, MI Affected
As the summer season winds down in Michigan, there are signs that Fall will be here soon. Students head back to school and there's a tease of cooler temperatures. With the change in season comes more cases of illnesses as we spend more time indoors. And one severe and fatal illness is concerning health officials as cases rise affecting Michigan residents and the U.S.
Could Michigan Support a Team in the Canadian Football League? Calls Are Growing for a Local Franchise
Expansion of the Canadian Football League (CFL) has crossed the border into American once in its history. As the CFL has ongoing flirtations with expanding the current 9 team league, they may took to target a potential fanbase in Michigan. While it's unlikely an expansion would happen with Michigan's borders,...
Ransomware attack confirmed by McLaren; health system says impact ongoing through August
LANSING — Recent outages and problems at McLaren Health Care facilities across Michigan were the result of a ransomware attack and problems affecting patients are likely to linger through August. McLaren had previously said a cyber attack caused the problems but had not elaborated. The health care provider confirmed the ransomware attack in post...
Bad Cookie: New Recall Affecting Michigan Meijer Cookie Lovers
Oh no! The Cookie Monster may not like this announcement. Before you shop at Meijer, you may want to know about this recall!. New Recall Affecting Michigan Meijer Cookie Lovers. It is a tough day to love Meijer cookies. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Midwest retailer,...
10 Michigan beaches closed, under advisories ahead of mid-August weekend
There are 10 Michigan beaches closed or under contamination advisories ahead of what’s expected to be a warm weekend with lots of rain showers. MLive Meteorologist Mark Torregrossa is calling for rain showers throughout the weekend across Michigan. However, Sunday could be a good day to hit the beach as it is expected to be “dry-out” in the Upper Peninsula and the northern Lower Peninsula and along Lake Michigan shoreline.
Northern Strike '24 brings real-world battlefield training to upper Michigan
GRAYLING, Mich. (FOX 2) - From the hum of Blackhawk helicopters, to the blast of howitzers, and the roar of fighter jets, northern Michigan is alive with the sounds of military operations. Service members from around the country and the world have spent the past couple weeks at Michigan’s National...
Key figure in $25M Clare health park grant cooperating with Michigan probe
Anthony Demasi cooperating in probe of $25M Michigan health park grant as he seeks leniency in separate bank fraud case. Investigation focuses on grant added to budget by former House Speaker Jason Wentworth and awarded to former aide David Coker. The Michigan Health and Human Services Department halted the grant...
Applictions for military banner program due by Oct. 1
WARSAW — The Warsaw Salutes You Military Banners recognition program is accepting applications for the seventh cycle of banners, which will be displayed in November for Veterans Day. Applications and payments of $65 are due no later than Oct. 1. People can go to the Warsaw Salutes You Facebook...
South Haven Man Rescued from Sinking Truck in Kalamazoo River After Medical Emergency
A harrowing scene unfolded near Blue Star Highway and Washington Street in Douglas, where a 55-year-old South Haven man narrowly escaped death thanks to the quick action of nearby Samaritans after his truck plunged into the Kalamazoo River. The Douglas Police Department, through an investigation still in progress, suggests the incident, occurred around 12:40 p.m. Thursday, arose from a medical emergency experienced by the driver, leading to the collision with several objects, including a utility pole, before the vehicle found its watery berth. WZZM13 provided details from Douglas Police Chief Steve Kent on the initial findings.
Marcus Freeman pleased with both sides of the ball in preseason scrimmage
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - The season opener against Texas A&M is right around the corner for the Fighting Irish, who held a scrimmage inside Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday. The offense came out on top after the team ran around 100 plays. Head coach Marcus Freeman highlighted that the...
Fall Fashion Trends with Ali on the Boulevard
It might still technically be summer and it definitely still feels like it, Fall is right around the corner, so what better time to start shopping for your fall wardrobe? Ali on the Boulevard Owner Ali Patel stopped by the WSBT studios to talk about some fashion trends for the upcoming season as well as pieces she has in-store.
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