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“Any other rumors circulating right now are just speculation,” said an MSP spokesperson following the vague confirmation.

My UP Investigates: 'Training' revealed as massive, secretive search for human remains

SENEY TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJMN/WBUP) — Investigators blocked off acres of wilderness just miles from the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in hopes of finding human remains. For the majority of the

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 20h

During the stop on M-221, Michigan State Police (MSP) Sault Ste. Marie Post troopers saw open intoxicants, which allegedly belonged to the passenger. Here's what they found next ↓↓↓

Trooper injured while arresting Brimley woman on meth, open intoxicant charges

CHIPPEWAW COUNTY, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — A Chippewa County traffic stop turned into the arrest of a 45-year-old Brimley woman for open intoxicants, methamphetamine possession, and obstruction of justice.

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 21h

Did you know? The DNR tracks all confirmed cougar sightings on their website. Here's what we know about this year's numbers ↓↓↓

21 confirmed cougar sightings in the UP this year. Here's where

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — There have been 21 confirmed cougar sightings in the Upper Peninsula so far this year, according to data from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 22h

“I look forward to work alongside the dedicated staff at OGJVAMC and continue to provide the highest standard of care to Veterans,” Quijano said.

New chief of staff at Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center: Victor Quijano

IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — The Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center (OGJVAMC) has a new chief of staff as of Oct. 6: Victor Quijano.

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 1d

Mild to warm fall temperatures are expected on Saturday with low rain chances. Cooler temperatures, rain showers, and wind Saturday night and Sunday.

More U.P. weather at https://www.myupnow.com/weather/

My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 1d

Fish with Air, Rebecca, & a big bird for peak fall colors!

My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 1d

Moody skies into Sunday - clouds, sun, rain, & wind. Check the vibe:

Moody mix of sun, rain, & wind through Sunday; warm Friday & Saturday

Moody skies are the vibe this weekend. Starting with mostly cloudy scattered showers Friday, mainly sunny Saturday, then a mix of sun & rain Sunday. Temperatures remain above normal with

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 2d

The Escanaba Department of Public Safety detailed the incident in a Facebook post titled "Meet & Greet with EPSD: Brought to You by Bad Decisions."

Esky police: Suspect's attempt to hide drug baggie turns into choking rescue

ESCANABA, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — During an attempted arrest, Escanaba Department of Public Safety officers saved an individual with an outstanding warrant from choking on drug paraphernalia.

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 2d

Stinkin' stunning views for you!

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 2d

Sunglasses & sweaters are great this AM! This afternoon - check here:

Sunny until afternoon clouds & rain increase; weekend t-storm chances

Sunglasses needed until this afternoon when clouds increase along with rain chances. Highs in the 50°s today, but check out these ranges - Friday 60° to 75° & Saturday 60°s!

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 2d

“There's a lawsuit that has been filed. Just because it has been filed — that doesn't mean anything in there, by definition, is true,” explained NMU cyber law professor Patrick Crowley. “Now, I think that they did a pretty good job of laying out the facts as they see it.”

My UP Investigates: Did Marquette Co. fire whistleblower, put police data at risk?

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN/WBUP) — A former Marquette County employee claims to be a whistleblower and is suing for his job back. What is his side of the story, and what

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 2d

The Michigan Department of Education proposed new sexual education standards for the first time since 2007. More info on the standards themselves and parent control ↓↓↓

New MI sex ed standards proposed; dept. of ed assures parents can still opt-out

LANSING, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — As public comment are submitted on possible updates to Michigan's health and sex education standards, the state board of education is assuaging parents' worries.

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 3d

Donut miss the scrumptious sun, moon, & planets from 906 Weather Watchers!

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 3d

Wednesday skies are cool, calm, & clear. Look how it changes Thursday:

Cool, calm, & clear until overnight fog; wet sky action tomorrow

Wednesday afternoon is full of cool-mild sunshine, calm winds, & clear skies (no rain/snow). Late tonight patchy fog may hang out through Thursday morning commutes. Lunchtime showers expected to begin

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 4d

The county said the aim is to improve safety, but also "bolster our economic development prospects."

Schoolcraft County approves $3 million airport enhancement project

SCHOOLCRAFT COUNTY, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — A $3 million enhancement project for the Schoolcraft County Airport was approved by the county's board of commissioners.

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 4d

"Michigan Tech has a very unique product, and it's highly sought after," said Keweenaw Economic Development Alliance Executive Director Jeff Ratcliffe. "We are finding Michigan Tech students from outside of the area that after four years, if they can find a job here, they will stay."

Tech sphere drives economy in the Keweenaw Peninsula

KEWEENAW PENINSULA, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — The past five years have seen steady and sustainable growth for the Copper Country's economy, according to the Keweenaw Economic Development Alliance (KEDA).With a base

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 4d

Will you join Air & Rebecca as they go nuts over chipmunks, squirrels, & fall hot spots?

My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 4d

An itsy bitsy warm up ahead. Details on temps, rain, & meteor showers:

Fresh fall temps & sunshine until Thursday, then rainy warm up begins

Fresh fall temps hang around until an itsy bitsy warm up starts Thursday. For now, expect highs in the cool 50°s & lows dropping into the 40°s & even colder

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 4d

Earlier this year, the Upper Peninsula lost its only in-person access to abortion care when Marquette’s Planned Parenthood clinic closed. Now, what's replacing it might be the first of its kind.

After Planned Parenthood closure, doctors pioneer new abortion access model in Upper Peninsula

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN/WBUP) — Earlier this year, the Upper Peninsula lost its only in-person access to abortion care when Marquette’s Planned Parenthood clinic closed. What's now replacing it might be

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 5d

Reminiscing about cool waters & treetop colors from the past weekend.

My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 5d

Monday rain & clouds take a journey across the U.P. Map it out here:

Breezy rain traded for sunny afternoon, chilly tonight

Monday rain showers take the clouds on a journey across the U.P., traveling from the west this morning to the east for lunch into the early evening. A sunny afternoon

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 8d

The historic 1975 NCAA National Championship NMU football team reunited today at Vandament Arena for a panel discussion in anticipation of Steve Maricucci's jersey retirement festivities this weekend. We'll have coverage tonight at 6, 10 and 11. myupnow.com/sports

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 8d

Peek through the fog to find orange, green, & gold Pixy!

My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 8d

Breezy showers whip around. Track winds, rain, & weekend temps here:

Breezy showers whip around Friday; nice weekend in the works

Breezy rain showers cover the U.P. from west to east this morning, whip around in the afternoon for the Keweenaw Peninsula, then over the east half in the evening. Wind

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My UP Now @myupnow.bsky.social · 8d

The celebratory groundbreaking was joined by KBIC leaders and a drum circle to commemorate the tribe’s involvement. The historical society even plans to open a KBIC-exclusive seat on the board for increased representation.

Baraga County Historical Society breaks ground on museum expansion project

BARAGA, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — The Baraga County Historical Society broke ground on a major museum expansion project Wednesday, Oct. 8.

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