Great Lakes Wire

The NMU hockey team concluded its 2024/2025 home schedule with a narrow 4-3 loss to St. Thomas in Marquette, Michigan.

Business leader emphasizes community involvement as key to success

Michael Rogers, in this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, engaged in a conversation with Dianne Hartwell, president of Little Blessings Childcare and a member of the SBAM Board of Directors.

NMU secures gold and silver in NCAA regional skiing championships

The NMU men's Nordic ski team began their competition at the 2025 NCAA Central Regional Championships in Ishpeming, Michigan, with strong performances in the 7.5k event.

Leo Nolles shines as NMU finishes third at GLIAC swimming championships

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's swim and dive team concluded their participation in the 2025 GLIAC Championships with a third-place finish among eight teams.

NMU men's swim team earns medals on day three of GLIAC Championships

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's swim and dive team continued their participation in the 2025 GLIAC Championships, completing day three of the competition.

Tuscola County woman wins $1 million Mega Millions prize

A Tuscola County resident, Shannon Dominowski, has claimed a $1 million prize from the Michigan Lottery after keeping an eye on the growing Mega Millions jackpot.

Small businesses support new amendments in earned sick time act

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has expressed approval for the bipartisan passage of House Bill 4002, which introduces significant administrative changes to the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA).

Michigan joins global effort during National Invasive Species Awareness Week

Next week, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) will participate in National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW), scheduled from February 24 to 28, 2025.

Union City man sentenced up to 20 years for embezzling family trust funds

David White, a 68-year-old resident of Union City, was sentenced to four to twenty years in prison by Judge Martha Anderson in the 6th Circuit Court in Oakland County.

St. Thomas defeats NMU Wildcats 3-0 with Sibell's shutout performance

The NMU hockey team faced a setback in their penultimate home game of the season, losing 3-0 to the St. Thomas Tommies.

Flint water crisis: Veolia settles for $53 million with affected residents

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced a $53 million civil settlement with Veolia North America.

Northern Michigan University women’s wrestling team heads to regional qualifier

The Northern Michigan University women's wrestling team is set to participate in the NCWWC Northwest Regional Qualifier this Saturday, February 22nd.

Michigan updates Earned Sick Time Act: new rules take effect in February

Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act, amended by House Bill 4002, will take effect on February 21, 2025, for employers with 11 or more employees.

Coalition supports CFPB against efforts to halt its operations

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has aligned with a group of 23 attorneys general to ensure the continued operation of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

I-75 resurfacing project begins in early March with $160 million investment

Bridge and road work on I-75 in northern Oakland County is set to resume in early March.

Coalition opposes efforts to dismantle Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general to oppose efforts by the Trump Administration and Elon Musk aimed at defunding and disbanding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

NMU Wildcats prepare for final home series against St. Thomas Tommies

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) Wildcats hockey team is preparing for its final home series of the season against the University of St. Thomas Tommies.

Nessel joins effort defending Pennsylvania's concealed carry age restriction

Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit to reconsider its opinion on a Pennsylvania law.

Attorney General challenges parole grant for convicted murderer Marcos Garcia Rayos

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has taken legal action to challenge the parole of Marcos Garcia Rayos, who is currently held at the Saginaw Correctional Facility in Freeland.

NMU secures four podium finishes on day two at GLIAC Championships