HOUGHTON — Tuesday’s regular meeting of the Houghton County Board of Commissioners drew an animated crowd. Many came not to discuss items on the agenda but District 2 Commissioner Joel Keranen. Public comment was split between those calling for his resignation and those showing support. ...
HOUGHTON — It's like 2025 all over again. Residents of the Upper Peninsula, indeed throughout Michigan, woke to smoke Wednesday. Just like it was during a good portion of the Summer of 2025, smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota have begun to move over the Great Lake State. ...
IRON MOUNTAIN — A 42-year-old Iron Mountain man has been extradited from Ketchikan, Alaska to Dickinson County after being charged with first and second degree Criminal Sexual Conduct following a Michigan State Police (MSP) investigation. On December 23, 2025, allegations of criminal sexual ...
KEWEENAW COUNTY – On the morning of July 14, 2026, Isle Royale National Park staff confirmed a small fire burning in Tobin Harbor on Red Rock Point, according to a statement from Isle Royal National Park. NPS is calling it the Red Rocks Fire. Due to the fire, Merritt Lane Campground, ...
CALUMET TOWNSHIP – The Quincy Smelter Complex was a topic of discussion during Tuesday’s Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission quarterly meeting. Ongoing structural stabilization of the complex includes installing plexiglass windows in several buildings, including the ...
HOUGHTON — Isle Royale National Park has closed Duncan Narrows Campground for the second time this month following increased wolf activity at campsites due to improperly stored food. The closure runs until July 31, with the possibility of an extension if necessary. Over the weekend, a wolf ...
