In today's news:

The city of Hartford could abolish its police department. 

The city of Benton Harbor may have found a location for some outdoor fitness equipment it purchased in 2021 but hasn't used. 

Berrien County Commissioner Chokwe Pitchford's term serving on a National Association of Counties committee on artificial intelligence has come to an end now that the committee has finished meeting and released its report. 

In today's news:
The city of Hartford could abolish its police department. 
The city of Benton Harbor may have found a location for some outdoor fitness equipment it purchased in 2021 but hasn't used. 
Berrien County Commissioner Chokwe Pitchford's term serving on a National Association of Counties committee on artificial intelligence has come to an end now that the committee has finished meeting and released its report.

Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 07-26-24

Today in Sports
Javier Baez hits a 3 run home run to give Tigers a 3-0 win over Cleveland.  Tigers return to Comerica Park tonight to face Minnesota at 6:40, 6:15 pregame on WSJM.
White Sox drop 11th straight, falling to Rangers 2-1 as Texas pitcher Max Scherzer climbs to 10th on career strikeout list, passing former Tigers teammate Justin Verlander.  White Sox are home tonight to face Seattle at 8:10.
Cubs had Thursday off, will be in Kansas City tonight at 8:10.
San Diego's Dylan Cease, formerly of the White Sox and South Bend Cubs throws a no-hitter.
Michigan headlines Big Ten media day on Thursday as well as CFP opponent Washington.  New Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore says expectations have not changed for Wolverines.
Hulkamania reigns down at Lions Training Camp in Allen Park.  Hulk Hogan says Lions coach Dan Campbell missed his calling as a wrestler.
Bears safety Jonathon Owens takes leave from Bears camp to be with wife Simone Biles at Paris Olympics.  
USA Women's soccer defeats Zambia 3-0 in Olympic opener.
Thursday's games in Midwest league baseball.   

Today in Sports
<ul>
<li>Javier Baez hits a 3 run home run to give Tigers a 3-0 win over Cleveland.  Tigers return to Comerica Park tonight to face Minnesota at 6:40, 6:15 pregame on WSJM.</li>
<li>White Sox drop 11th straight, falling to Rangers 2-1 as Texas pitcher Max Scherzer climbs to 10th on career strikeout list, passing former Tigers teammate Justin Verlander.  White Sox are home tonight to face Seattle at 8:10.</li>
<li>Cubs had Thursday off, will be in Kansas City tonight at 8:10.</li>
<li>San Diego's Dylan Cease, formerly of the White Sox and South Bend Cubs throws a no-hitter.</li>
<li>Michigan headlines Big Ten media day on Thursday as well as CFP opponent Washington.  New Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore says expectations have not changed for Wolverines.</li>
<li>Hulkamania reigns down at Lions Training Camp in Allen Park.  Hulk Hogan says Lions coach Dan Campbell missed his calling as a wrestler.</li>
<li>Bears safety Jonathon Owens takes leave from Bears camp to be with wife Simone Biles at Paris Olympics.  </li>
<li>USA Women's soccer defeats Zambia 3-0 in Olympic opener.</li>
<li>Thursday's games in Midwest league baseball.   </li>
</ul>

Morning Sports-2024-07-26

In today's news:
LMC to build new athletics fields
Berrien County Jail options study moving forward
Health department advice on avoiding area ticks
and more!

In today's news:
<ul>
<li>LMC to build new athletics fields</li>
<li>Berrien County Jail options study moving forward</li>
<li>Health department advice on avoiding area ticks</li>
<li>and more!</li>
</ul>

Southwest Michigan's Morning News for Friday, July 26, 2024

In today's news:

The Berrien County Board of Commissioners has formally accepted a $200,000 grant from the state to study possibilities for the Berrien County Jail.

The Michigan Secretary of State branch office in Benton Harbor will be closed next week. 

Coming up next week in Buchanan will be an Olympic watch party as hometown hero Hannah Roberts competes in Paris.

In today's news:
The Berrien County Board of Commissioners has formally accepted a $200,000 grant from the state to study possibilities for the Berrien County Jail.
The Michigan Secretary of State branch office in Benton Harbor will be closed next week. 
Coming up next week in Buchanan will be an Olympic watch party as hometown hero Hannah Roberts competes in Paris.

Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 07-25-24

Today in Sports
The Tigers drop their 2nd game in a row, falling at Cleveland 2-1.  Tigers and Guardians close out series today at 1:10, 12:45 pregame on WSJM.
White Sox fall to 50 games below .500 with 10-2 loss at Texas.  Sox at Rangers today at 2:35.
Cubs fall to Brewers 3-2 at Wrigley,  Cubs are off today.
Former Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman hired as GM of Edmonton Oilers.
Olympic Competition underway despite Opening Ceremonies on Friday,  USA Men's Soccer falls to host France in soccer opener 3-0.
2034 Winter Olympics will be in Salt Lake City.  Utah held games in 2002.
Midwest League Baseball scores

Today in Sports
<ul>
<li>The Tigers drop their 2nd game in a row, falling at Cleveland 2-1.  Tigers and Guardians close out series today at 1:10, 12:45 pregame on WSJM.</li>
<li>White Sox fall to 50 games below .500 with 10-2 loss at Texas.  Sox at Rangers today at 2:35.</li>
<li>Cubs fall to Brewers 3-2 at Wrigley,  Cubs are off today.</li>
<li>Former Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman hired as GM of Edmonton Oilers.</li>
<li>Olympic Competition underway despite Opening Ceremonies on Friday,  USA Men's Soccer falls to host France in soccer opener 3-0.</li>
<li>2034 Winter Olympics will be in Salt Lake City.  Utah held games in 2002.</li>
<li>Midwest League Baseball scores</li>
</ul>

Morning Sports-2024-07-25

In today's news:
Canada's wildfires sending smoke to our region
Buchanan holds off on Live Buchanan contract
Gobles man arrested for allegedly reaching for firearm against police
and more!

In today's news:
<ul>
<li>Canada's wildfires sending smoke to our region</li>
<li>Buchanan holds off on Live Buchanan contract</li>
<li>Gobles man arrested for allegedly reaching for firearm against police</li>
<li>and more!</li>
</ul>

Southwest Michigan's Morning News for Thursday, July 25, 2024

In today's news:

Ok2SAY, the state's student safety program, reported its highest incident reporting period ever in 2023. 

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan is planning its fourth annual Unity Day for this Friday in Benton Harbor. 

The Berrien County Veterans Services Office is offering some veterans in the area an opportunity to get new tires for their vehicles. 

In today's news:
Ok2SAY, the state's student safety program, reported its highest incident reporting period ever in 2023. 
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan is planning its fourth annual Unity Day for this Friday in Benton Harbor. 
The Berrien County Veterans Services Office is offering some veterans in the area an opportunity to get new tires for their vehicles.

Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 07-24-24

Today in Sports
Cleveland ends 3 game losing streak with 5-4 win over the Tigers.  Detroit visits Guardians tonight at 6:40, WSJM Pregame show at 6:15.
White Sox drop 9th straight with 3-2 loss at Texas.  Game tonight is at 8:05.
Milwaukee scores the only run of the game on an 8th inning groundout for 1-0 win over Cubs. Brewers and Cubs meet this afternoon at 2:20.
Big Ten media day for football begins in Indy with league now at 18.  Ohio State's Ryan Day on the hot seat despite being perfect in Big Ten play, except three straight losses to Michigan.
NFL pushing for 18 game schedule
Owners of United Center in Chicago unveil $7 Billion plan to redevelop area around the arena.
Tiger Woods 15 year old son Charlies misses the cut at US Am at Oakland Hills.
Midwest League Baseball scores and schedule

Today in Sports
<ul>
<li>Cleveland ends 3 game losing streak with 5-4 win over the Tigers.  Detroit visits Guardians tonight at 6:40, WSJM Pregame show at 6:15.</li>
<li>White Sox drop 9th straight with 3-2 loss at Texas.  Game tonight is at 8:05.</li>
<li>Milwaukee scores the only run of the game on an 8th inning groundout for 1-0 win over Cubs. Brewers and Cubs meet this afternoon at 2:20.</li>
<li>Big Ten media day for football begins in Indy with league now at 18.  Ohio State's Ryan Day on the hot seat despite being perfect in Big Ten play, except three straight losses to Michigan.</li>
<li>NFL pushing for 18 game schedule</li>
<li>Owners of United Center in Chicago unveil $7 Billion plan to redevelop area around the arena.</li>
<li>Tiger Woods 15 year old son Charlies misses the cut at US Am at Oakland Hills.</li>
<li>Midwest League Baseball scores and schedule</li>
</ul>

Morning Sports-2024-07-24

In today's news:
More FOIAs filed with Berrien County over drain commission lawsuit
FEMA rejects Southwest Michigan tornado assistance request
Benton Harbor man sentenced for stolen gun possession
and more!

In today's news:
<ul>
<li>More FOIAs filed with Berrien County over drain commission lawsuit</li>
<li>FEMA rejects Southwest Michigan tornado assistance request</li>
<li>Benton Harbor man sentenced for stolen gun possession</li>
<li>and more!</li>
</ul>

Southwest Michigan's Morning News for Wednesday, July 24, 2024

In today's news:

The Whirlpool Foundation welcomed middle school girls from schools all over Berrien County to Lake Michigan College this week for a technology camp. 

St. Joseph City Commissioners have given the green light to the Sandbar and Grille on Lakeshore Drive to continue offering outdoor music later at night than what would normally be allowed this summer. 

One of the suspects charged in the robbery of the Benton Township Dunham's Sports store in November of last year has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. 

In today's news:
The Whirlpool Foundation welcomed middle school girls from schools all over Berrien County to Lake Michigan College this week for a technology camp. 
St. Joseph City Commissioners have given the green light to the Sandbar and Grille on Lakeshore Drive to continue offering outdoor music later at night than what would normally be allowed this summer. 
One of the suspects charged in the robbery of the Benton Township Dunham's Sports store in November of last year has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.

Southwest Michigan’s Afternoon News for 07-23-24

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