In today's news:

A new invasive tick has been found for the first time in Michigan, right here in Berrien County. 

The Berrien County Sheriff's Department is making upgrades to its jail bookings website. 

Some upgrades are coming to the lighting at Silver Beach County Park in St. Joseph. 

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In today's news:

State Representative Pauline Wendzel has received an update on the effort to restart the Palisades nuclear power plant in Van Buren County. 

The Berrien County Board of Commissioners is keeping its eye on developments in Lansing as lawmakers work on a new state budget.

Berrien County Prosecutor Amy Byrd is working to reduce gun violence in the community by reminding gun owners how they can ensure their firearms aren't stolen. 

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In today's news:

The Berrien County Trial Court's Family Division has launched a new online tool to help teens at risk of getting into trouble find the help they need.

A student from Buchanan has been named the winner of Congressman Tim Walberg's 2025 Congressional Art Competition. 

Set for this Saturday is the eighth annual Benton Harbor Juneteenth Parade and Celebration.

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In today's news:

Paid parking is currently suspended in downtown St. Joseph following an announcement Monday by City Manager Emily Hackworth. She explains to us what happened.

Set for this Saturday is A Taste of Buchanan, a chance for everyone to take in downtown Buchanan and check out the dining options available. 

Dredging could begin in South Haven this week.

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In today's news:

Dredging tarts tonight in the St. Joseph Inner Harbor.

Benton Harbor Area Schools Board of Education President Dashuna Robinson says the search for a new district superintendent has been going "amazingly smooth" so far. 

Present Pillars in Benton Harbor is getting some attention in Lansing as it kicks off Dad Week this week.

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In today's news:

Dredging is about to start in the St. Joseph Inner Harbor. 

The Benton Harbor Planning Commission has approved a site plan amendment for the new Harbor Shores Wee Course, the golf course for youngsters planned along Champions Way and Graham Avenue. 

A new mural is being unveiled in downtown Buchanan tomorrow.

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In today's news:

After weeks of mostly negative feedback from residents and business owners, the St. Joseph City Commission has approved changes to make city-owned lot parking in the downtown free to residents.

The Benton Township Police Department is seeking the public's help to solve a possible hit and run case.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer addressed the Niles Chamber of Commerce Thursday.

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In today's news:

The Berrien County Sheriff's Department is planning to have at least two deputies on patrol at Silver Beach each day this summer to help ensure peace is maintained. Following fights that shut down Silver Beach County Park on Tuesday night, Sheriff Chuck Heit tells us the department is committed to keeping the attraction a safe place for families. 

Van Buren County Sheriff Dan Abbott has been named the 2025 Sheriff of the Year by the Michigan Sheriffs Association. 

Staff at the Cook nuclear power plant in Bridgman are gearing up for a major emergency drill later this month. 

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