MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. (WSBT) — A Michigan City woman could face significant prison time for the starvation death of her infant son. 21-year-old Shianne Gramlin has been charged with Neglect of a Dependent Causing Death. Her 9-week-old son died in April, however charges were not filed until an autopsy...

The 42nd president is scheduled to make several campaign stops across West Michigan on Wednesday in support of Kamala Harris’ bid for the White House.

When it comes to donuts, the best ones are those that make you want to abandon every sensible notion of restraint. You know the kind—the kind that, once you take that first bite, you find yourself contemplating whether driving a couple of hours to get more would be considered overindulgent or just good sense.

DETROIT (FOX 2) - An alleged drug plant conspiracy resulted in a man filing a $10 million lawsuit against the Michigan State Police (MSP). The man, Dakarai Larriett, accused two MSP troopers of violating his rights and conspiring to plant drugs on him during a traffic stop in Benton Harbor on April 10.

Darnell Bishop, 32, of Benton Harbor, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for kidnapping and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Western District of Michigan announced today.

BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. -- The Michigan Department of Transportation is completing the final stages of preparation this week for work to begin Friday on a $9.1 million project on almost seven miles of U.S.12 in Berrien County. The project will stretch from the Galien/Bertrand township line to Mayflower Road and...

Four Winds Casinos is gearing up the next three months for an exciting lineup of events, offering a variety of entertainment options across its locations in New Buffalo and South Bend. For live music and tribute show enthusiasts or those simply seeking a night out, Four Winds has a lineup set to appease every taste.

Last weekend West Michigan said to goodbye to a South Haven landmark. For more than 60 years, Sherman's Dairy had been serving up massive scoops of ice cream, sundaes, flurries, shakes, and more. As iconic as Sherman's many ice cream flavors are the blue cows that perch atop the dairy's...

13 girls and 2 boys between the ages of 6 and 9 will compete for the title of Bud Prince & Princess and 9 young ladies ages 10-12 will be competing for the title of Miss Junior Teen and 10 young women ages 13-15 will be competing for the title of Miss Teen of Blossomtime Sunday, November 3rd at 4:00 p.m. The pageant will be held at the St. Joseph High School Auditorium in St. Joseph, Michigan. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. with tickets available at the door for $25.00 (cash or check only) or may be ordered by calling the Blossomtime office at 269-982-8016. This event is open to the public. The theme this year is “Ben & Jerry’s.” All the contestants will participate in an opening number dancing to “Ice Cream Freeze,” choreographed by Heather Morton. The emcee for the afternoon is Lindsay LeValley.

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CASSOPOLIS — Next week, Cassopolis youth will take the stage to participate in the Miss Cassopolis court. The 2025 Miss Cassopolis pageant will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 with doors opening at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Ross Beatty High School auditorium, 22721 Diamond Cove St. Tickets are available from contestants for […] The post 2025 Miss Cassopolis Pageant set for Nov. 9 appeared first on Leader Publications.

The Van Buren County Sheriff's Office says older adults have recently been the target of several scams. One victim is sharing her story, so others aren’t fooled like she was.

The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 12:05 p.m. EDT on Tuesday for elevated fire danger until 8 p.m. EDT for Cass, St. Joseph, Branch, Hillsdale and Berrien counties. The weather service states, “The combination of unseasonably warm temperatures, gusty southwest winds will lead to an elevated fire...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The Notre Dame Fighting Irish (9-11, 2-9) fell to the No. 4 Louisville Cardinals (18-3, 10-1) on Wednesday evening on the road (17-25, 17-25, 21-25). Morgan Gaerte led the way with nine kills, followed by Phyona Schrader with seven kills. Hattie Monson recorded a team-best 13 digs and Grace Langer finished with a team-high three blocks.

BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. -- The Berrien County Road Department announced Glenlord Road will be closed to eastbound traffic between Ridge Road and Red Arrow Highway for construction, starting Wednesday. Work being done includes resurfacing with hot mix asphalt following roadway milling. Only westbound traffic will be allowed during construction, but...

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Halloween is almost here, and Michiana’s newest members are embracing the holiday!. Beacon Children’s Hospital dressed up their sweet NICU babies and shared the “cuteness overload” on Facebook. Their first costumes range from mighty superheroes to precious pumpkins!. Beacon Health says...

As the election season approaches, Michigan voters are gearing up to make critical decisions regarding school board seats across the state. With an emphasis on community involvement and educational direction, these elections promise to shape the future of local education.

Another warm, breezy day in the forecast Wednesday. Fire risk remains a concern, if alerts are posted or not, as the wind gusts up to 40 mph. The record highs of 81 degrees could be tied or broken. A round of showers/t-showers are likely early Thursday morning. A cold front passes midday, the wind will turn to the northwest, temperatures fill fall from 70 degrees, and the rain will clear prior to trick-or-treating. The weather is fair but cooler Friday and Saturday.

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — Indiana's DNR and State Police want to remind everyone to watch out for deer while driving. Indiana State Police say each day they respond to one or more calls regarding a vehicle hitting a deer in our area. One insurance company says damages can...

During the public comments portion of the South Haven City Council meeting last Monday night Bishop Joe Wilkins, of Resurrection Life Ministries, raised questions about the search for a new chief of police. “Other people who did not want to speak openly in this forum,” Bishop Wilkins said, “have asked...