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Escanaba murder trial begins

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ESCANABA – The trial in Escanaba of a man accused of killing his pregnant ex-girlfriend in 2023, began Monday in Delta County 47th District Court. Tavaris Jackson, 35, faces one count of open murder, a felony punishable by up to life in prison, in the death of 22-year-old Harley Corwin. Her ...

At odds

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WASHINGTON D.C. — In the wake of U.S. strikes on Iran that began early Saturday morning, Michigan political leaders are divided, largely along party lines. While the majority of Republicans support Operation Epic Fury as a necessary response to imminent threats posed by Iran, Democratic ...

Women’s Rights are Human Rights

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HOUGHTON — In the lower level of the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts on the Michigan Technological University campus, the Rozsa Art Galleries is currently home to a feminist art exhibit. "Women's Rights are Human Rights," is currently on display through March, 28. Curator of the Rozsa ...

Drug busts made at Newberry prison

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NEWBERRY — Two men from from lower Michigan were arrested following an attempted drug smuggling incident at the Newberry Correctional Facility. According to a press release from the Michigan State Police (MSP), on Saturday, troopers from the Sault Ste. Marie Post were notified by Newberry ...

The chase is on

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CALUMET — The region's premiere Nordic Skiing event takes place Saturday with hundreds of skiers expected to take to Calumet's Swedetown Recreation Area's trails. The 46th Annual UP Health System Great Bear Chase is set for Saturday with nine races ranging in distance from 3 to 52 kilometers ...

Dear Annie

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Dear Annie: My younger sister is getting married in June and has asked me to be her maid of honor. I was genuinely touched — until she handed me an extensive "wish list." It includes hosting a destination bachelorette weekend (on my dime until others reimburse me), attending dress fittings ...