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De Santis says the groups with SPLC lawyers are suing Florida over congressional maps
15+ hour, 31+ min ago (163+ words) WASHINGTON (TNND) " Florida GOP Gov. Ron De Santis said Wednesday that groups with attorneys from the Southern Poverty Law Center are suing the state over the new congressional maps. Last month, the Department of Justice announced that the SPLC was…...
Voters reject Cadillac schools sinking fund, forcing district to revisit facility plans
12+ hour, 12+ min ago (153+ words) WEXFORD COUNTY, Mich. , (WPBN/WGTU) -- Cadillac Area Public Schools will now have to revisit its facility plans after voters rejected a proposed sinking fund in Tuesday's election. The millage was the only local item on the ballot in Wexford County....
Trek for Vets launches 500-mile Michigan journey, heading to Royal Oak Memorial Day parade
7+ hour, 23+ min ago (177+ words) Latest election results after polls close at 8 p. m. Tuesday. GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich. , (WPBN/WGTU) -- The 2nd annual Trek for Vets is underway, and they made their way through Traverse City Wednesday. Starting in 2025 a trek of 200 miles in 12 days to raise…...
Fair society votes to end Blackwaters talks after county backs entertainment complex plan
12+ hour, 29+ min ago (798+ words) Latest election results after polls close at 8 p. m. Tuesday. ALPENA COUNTY, Mich. , (WPBN/WGTU) -- The future of the Alpena County Fairgrounds is in the spotlight after county commissioners approved a proposal from Blackwaters LLC to build a large entertainment complex at…...
POLL: Do you have any concerns with Coast Guard drones patrolling the Great Lakes?
16+ hour, 19+ min ago (96+ words) WPBN Latest election results after polls close at 8 p. m. Tuesday. We want to hear from our viewers for our Up North Live Unscripted show on Wednesday at 6: 30 p. m. on ABC 29&8. USCG Great Lakes District said it will deploy autonomous drones from May…...
Oscoda County fire not expected to spread as crews reach 90 percent containment
18+ hour, 19+ min ago (127+ words) Latest election results after polls close at 8 p. m. Tuesday. OSCODA COUNTY, Mich. , (WPBN/WGTU) -- Officials in Oscoda County say the fire is not expected to spread as it has been 90 percent contained as of 1 p. m. Wednesday, May 6. According to officials, the fire…...
Solar-powered upgrades expand track chair access at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
18+ hour, 49+ min ago (184+ words) Latest election results after polls close at 8 p. m. Tuesday. GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich. , (WPBN/WGTU) -- Being able to appreciate Northern Michigan's lakeshore is something everyone should have full access to. That's why the Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes is expanding its…...
National Tourism Day: Where do you plan on traveling this summer?
17+ hour, 39+ min ago (39+ words) WPBN Latest election results after polls close at 8 p. m. Tuesday. National Tourism Day: Where do you plan on traveling this summer? Thursday is National Tourism Day!...
First Lady Melania Trump honoring military mothers at White House celebration
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (242+ words) Latest election results after polls close at 8 p. m. Tuesday. WASHINGTON (TNND) " First Lady Melania Trump is set to host a White House celebration on Wednesday afternoon honoring America's military mothers, recognizing their sacrifices and the vital role they play in supporting…...
Michigan Democrats preserve Senate majority with Greene win in special election
1+ day, 14+ min ago (577+ words) Latest election results after polls close at 8 p. m. Tuesday. by JOEY CAPPELLETTI and MIKE HOUSEHOLDER Associated Press Greene, a firefighter and Marine veteran, defeated Republican Jason Tunney, a former prosecutor, in the race for Michigan's 35th Senate District, which includes Saginaw and…...