9/16/2026

CALUMET - A man is in custody following a standoff with police Calumet that started Monday morning.  Police say deputies responded to a report of a fire in the roadway with “nails intentionally scattered” across the road.  After deputies tried to make contact with a potential suspect, the man locked himself in his garage and refused deputy commands. He later left the garage with a knife and entered his home, where he allegedly pointed a firearm at a deputy.  The Michigan State Police Emergency Support Team came to assist.  After a short time, the suspect exited his home and was taken into custody without further incident.  The name of the suspect hasn't been released.

9/16/2026

N. WISCONSIN - The Wisconsin goose season opens today in both the Northern and Southern zones.  Hunters face a daily bag limit of three Canada geese statewide during the first part of the season.  The season runs until Dec. 16 in the Northern Zone.  State wildlife officials advise hunters to take safety precautions regarding Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). While the virus has not shown food safety risks for humans, hunters should avoid handling sick or dead birds, prevent hunting dogs from contacting them, wear rubber gloves when field dressing game in ventilated areas, and cook harvested waterfowl to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

9/16/2026

ASHLAND - Ashland police are raising money to restore the department’s K-9 unit, which became inactive after longtime dog Chase retired at the end of 2025. The Daily Press reports Officer John Williams was selected to become the new K-9 handler and says about 35-thousand dollars is needed for the dog, training and equipment. The department says a K-9 would help with drug detection, tracking, search and rescue, and apprehending suspects. Chief Brandon Marten says the dog could also assist neighboring agencies. Fundraising is underway, with training planned for next year. Donations to help support the K-9 unit can be sent to the Ashland Police Department.