10/24/2025

MICHIGAN / U.P. - The Michigan Department of Transportation held a virtual public hearing on proposed rules to limit camping, panhandling and long-term stays at rest stops, roadside parks and other state properties. The rules would make it a misdemeanor crime to park vehicles at public rest areas for more than two days, ask for money on MDOT property, live in vehicles or sleep under overpasses. MDOT said during the hearing Wednesday that it needs state approval to enforce the rules, which aim to improve safety and maintenance. Advocates warn that the changes could penalize people experiencing homelessness. The department will take comments on the proposed rules until Nov. 20,

10/24/2025

DETROIT (AP) — The state of Michigan has acquired a life ring that washed ashore 50 years ago from the Edmund Fitzgerald. The artifact strangely became part of a settlement in a lawsuit that had nothing to do with the famous shipwreck. Michigan taxpayers are paying $600,000 to settle a lawsuit by Larry Orr, who accused a state police officer of violating his rights during a sexual abuse investigation. Orr, in turn, agreed to give up the life ring, which he legally owned. His attorney says it probably represented half the value of the settlement.

10/23/2025

IRONWOOD - City of Ironwood wrapping up water main flushing overnight tonight.  Last night area 4 was flushed, including all areas south of the caves area including the Norrie and Ashland Locations and neighborhoods of South Range, VanBuskirk and Norrie Park Roads.  Overnight Miscellaneous areas that need to be cleaned again and/or monitored will take place.  During flushing lower than normal water pressure may occur or water customers may see dirty water.  If you see dirty water run cold water until the discoloration clears taking a water meter reading before and after and provide the city offices that information for a proper credit on your water bill.