In today's news: The Berrien County Sheriff's Department is working with the Drug Enforcement Agency after a major cocaine bust on I-94 this week. Cornerstone Alliance has announced the appointment of Marla Schneider as its new president and chief executive officer. This is National Apprenticeship Week, and Michigan Works is taking time to focus the spotlight on some successful apprentices right in Southwest Michigan. 

Today in Sports Central Michigan beats Western at home for the first time since 2010 with a 16-14 win over the Broncos in the annual Victory Cannon trophy game. College basketball. Michigan State tops Samford 83-75.  Notre Dame over North Dakota, 75-58 Blackhawks fall to Ducks 3-2 High School Volleyball.  Our Lady of the Lake headed to state semifinals.

In today's news: Hundreds turn out for Unified Civics Monuments dedications Benton Harbor approves contract for Bobo Brazil Community Center rehab South Haven hearing on Short Term Rentals results in delayed action and more!

In today's news: A crowd of hundreds came out in both Benton Harbor and St. Joseph on Tuesday for the unveiling of sister monuments to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  A Niles man is facing a charge of assault with intent to murder following a shooting on Monday.  Benton Harbor City Commissioners have approved a contract with Abonmarche to provide design and construction services for the upcoming renovation of the Bobo Brazil Community Center. 

Today in Sports Chicago pulls away in the 4th quarter as the Bulls beat the Pistons 122-112. Raptors snap 7 game skid with a 130-119 win over Indiana Michigan's 2nd biggest football rivalry tonight has Western Michigan at Central Michigan in Tuesday MAC-Tion at 7:30 in Mt. Pleasant. Michigan tops Miami of Ohio in Men's hoops 94-67.  ND and MSU are home tonight. Red Wings fall at San Jose 5-4 in OT Monday Night Football, Dallas remains winless at home in 2024 after 34-10 loss to Houston. Junior College and High School Sports schedule

In today's news: Suspect arrested in Niles Speedway shooting Monday Upton Drive in St. Joseph finally complete Nuclear Regulatory Commission sets public hearing for Palisades emergency plan and more!

In today's news: We're expected to see some pretty big waves on Lake Michigan this week.  The ribbon has been cut on the Upton Drive reconstruction project in St. Joseph. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission will hold a meeting on the reopening of the Palisades plant this week. 

Today in Sports The Lions score touchdowns on each of their first seven possessions of the game and blowout Jacksonville 52-6.   Jared Goff goes 24/29 for 412 yards and four touchdowns. Green Bay beats the Bears for the 11th straight game thanks to a blocked field goal as time expires to win 20-19 at Soldier Field. The Colts beat the Jets 28-27 on Anthony Richardson's 4-yard touchdown run in the final minute. NBA, Pistons and Pacers win, Bulls blown out. College basketball.  Western Michigan over Canisus 92-69.  Michigan will host Miami (OH) tonight at 6:00 at Crisler Center, 5:30 pregame on WSJM.    Oregon, Ohio State, Texas, Penn State, Indiana and Notre Dame are the top 6 in the latest AP College Football Rankings.

In today's news: Opportunities for Stevensville residents to weigh in on new master plan Book thieves clean out area free library boxes South Haven School Board President stepping down and more!

In today's news: A suspect has been arrested in a string of armed robberies at retail locations around Berrien County.  Two meetings will be held next week for Stevensville residents to have their say about what kinds of developments should be in the next village master plan. A brewery and restaurant in Buchanan is hoping the thieves who took all of the books out of its Little Free Library will see themselves on the news and feel ashamed. 

Today In Sports Blackhawks fall in Seattle 3-1 Philadelphia over Washington 26-18 on Thursday Night Football,  Sunday the Lions host Jacksonville at 1:00 at Ford Field, Noon Pregame on WIRX.   Packers at Bears, Colts at Jets College Football Saturday, MSU at Illinois at 2:30, 1:00 pregame on Cosy-FM.  #8 Notre Dame to host Virginia at 3:30.  Michigan is off. College hoops, Eastern Michigan over IU-Indy 74-71.   Michigan to host TCU tonight at 6:00, 5:30 pregame on WSJM.  MSU is home Saturday at 6:00 against Bowling Green,  Women's hoops, MSU over Eastern Kentucky, and Michigan over Central Michigan. High School Volleyball Regional Final Results High School Football playoffs continue.

In today's news: Evidence tampering charge lodged against Stevensville woman in Eau Claire shooting Data center tax breaks move forward again in State Legislature Van Buren scores $3.9 million grant for 40th Street Bridge in Waverly Township and more!

In today's news: A second suspect has been charged in a fatal shooting in Eau Claire this month.  Time is running out for the public to offer input on Berrien County's proposed Five Year Parks Plan.  The Van Buren County Road Commission has been awarded a major grant for a bridge replacement project.  Berrien County will have to draw on its reserves to balance its budget for 2025. 

Today in Sports Simon Edvinsson's OT goal gives the Red Wings a 3-2 win at Pittsburgh. Giannis had 59 points in the Bucks 127-120 OT win over the Pistons. Bulls get two free throws with :03 seconds left for a 124-123 win at the Knicks. Pacers fall to Magic 94-90 Eastern Michigan falls to Ohio 35-10 in Wednesday MAC football CMU over George Mason 70-68 in Men's College Basketball Women's hoops #6 Notre Dame beats JMU 92-46. NFL Thursday Night Football tonight has Commanders at Eagles. Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence will miss Sunday's game at the Lions.  Mac Jones will start for Jacksonville High School Volleyball Regional Finals tonight

In today's news: Cass County drug bust yields four arrests Housing summit to address lack of affordability in Berrien County Benton Harbor High School prepares to honor legendary basketball Coach Wilhite and more!

In today's news: The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber will hold a two-day summit next month for community leaders to discuss ways to help reduce the housing shortage in the area. A longtime community volunteer from St. Joseph will be in Detroit Thursday to receive an honor at the 2024 Governor’s Service Awards.  The Berrien County Trial Court will hold its annual Adoption Day celebration on Monday, November 25. 

Today in Sports Michigan transfer Hunter Dickinson scores a game high 28 points to lead #1 Kansas over Michigan State 77-69. NCAA Football "Mac"-tion - Bowling Green over Western Michigan, Toledo over Central Michigan.   Eastern at Ohio tonight Women's NCAA Hoops SMU over Western Michigan 72-44 Pistons get a gift from Miami coach in 123-121 OT win in NBA Cup Tournament. Chicago Bears fire Offensive coordinator Shan Waldron High School Volleyball Regional Semi results 

In today's news: Harbor Shores rolls out big plans for next development phase Drug overdoses level off in Berrien County MSU offers good governing course and more!

In today's news: The real estate arm of Harbor Shores has been busy lately, planning new housing projects all over the Benton Harbor area.  Overdose deaths in Michigan decreased last year.  The MSU Extension office in Van Buren County will hold a seminar next month to help new local government leaders prepare to serve effectively. 

Sarah from the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber introduces us to the new name for Tri-County Head Start, which is now known as Flowers Early Learning Center. Find out more about them at flowersearlylearning.org

Today in Sports Cleveland becomes the 8th team in NBA history to start a season with 12 straight wins after a 119-113 win in Chicago.   Pistons host Miami tonight at 7. Wings Pavel Datsyuk and Hawks Jeremy Roenick enter Hockey Hall of Fame College Basketball has ND over Buffalo, Butler over WMU and Marquette over CMU.  Michigan State takes on #1 Kansas tonight at 6:30 in Atlanta.  5:30 pregame on Superhits 103.7 Cosy-FM WBB: Michigan State beats Eastern 95-49.  WMU at SMU today at noon. Monday Night Football Dolphins end three game skid with 23-15 win over LA Rams. Bears coach Eberflus considers options on firing Waldron.

In today's news: Berrien County budget adjusting for $900,000 gap caused by property tax loss FEMA invites public to view new flood maps Berrien County Cancer Services group sets giveback night and more!

In today's news: A Bangor man is dead and a Lawrence woman seriously injured following a two-vehicle crash in Van Buren County's Geneva Township on Monday.  Heading toward a new year, the Berrien County Board of Commissioners is looking at adjusting the county's budget.  The Morton House Museum has announced its latest Preservation Awards, highlighting efforts in the community to maintain historically significant structures.

Today in Sports Jake Bates 52 yard field goal as time expired gave the Lions a 26-23 comeback win over Houston in a game where Jared Goff threw 5 interceptions. The Bears allow Caleb Williams to be sacked 9 times and had to punt 8 times, and were held to 3 points in a 19-3 loss to New England. The Colts fall to Buffalo 30-20 College hoops, Michigan falls 72-70 vs. Wake Forest. Women's Hoops. Notre Dame blows out Purdue 102-58, Texas A&M blows out Western Michigan 86-38. NHL, Blackhawks beat Wild 2-1 in OT NBA, Pistons fall to Rockets 101-99, Pacers beat New York 132-121 Oregon, Ohio State, Texas, Penn State and Indiana top 5 in college football rankings.  Notre Dame 8th. 

In today's news: Area students honor and learn from veterans on Veterans Day Benton Harbor faces use-it-or-lose it deadline for community center grant LMC prepares to cut the ribbon on a new hoop house and more!

In today's news: Benton Harbor City Commissioners continue to talk about renovating the shuttered Bobo Brazil Community Center.  A ribbon cutting is planned for next week to celebrate the completion of a hoop house at Lake Michigan College's South Haven campus. Southwest Michigan area schools are recognizing veterans this Monday.

Today in Sports Michigan State prepares for #1 Kansas with an 89-60 win over Niagara. WMU wins, CMU does not Michigan to face Wake Forest on Sunday at 1, 12:30 on WSJM Women's hoops MSU and Michigan each home tonight NHL, Blackhawks fall at Dallas, Wings at Leafs tonight NBA, Bulls fall to T-Wolves.   Tonight has Pistons at Hawks, Pacers at Hornets. NFL, Raves beat Bengals 35-34.  Sunday Bears host Pats at 1, Colts host Bills at 1, and Lions are in Houston on Sunday Night, 7:15 pregame on WIRX College Football, Off Weekend for MSU,  Michigan at #8 Indiana at 3:30, 2;30 pregame on WSJM, Florida State at Notre Dame at 7:30 High School sports

In today's news: Berrien County prioritizing after power shift in State Legislature Actions already happening after fate of two marijuana questions decided Michigan Maritime Museum looking for new executive director and more!

The Berrien County Board of Commissioners is considering the ramifications of this week's elections for the Michigan Legislature. There were two marijuana proposals on the ballot in Berrien County this week, and one passed while one failed.  There's a new resident inspector at the Cook nuclear power plant in Bridgman. 

Today in Sports Red Wings get a goal and an assist each from Larkin and DeBrincat as Detroit wins at Blackhawks 4-1.  Hawks in Dallas tonight MAC Football has Northern Illinois over Western Michigan 42-28. NBA, Pistons and Bulls fall, Pacers beat Orlando.  Bulls home tonight against T-Wolves Thursday NFL Tonight, Bengals at Ravens New Lions DE Za'Darius Smith will report to the team on Friday, Sunday's status is unknown.  Jamo will play after 2 game suspension. College Hoops, Notre Dame wins season opener 89-60 over Stonehill.  WMU and CMU both home tonight,  MSU to face Niagara at the Breslin Center at 8:00. 7:00 pregame on Superhits 103.7 Cosy-FM.

In today's news: Double-fatality car crash in Allegan Township Post-election plans shared by Federal and State lawmakers Holiday festivals and fun announced and more!

In today's news: It's the day after Election Day. We have reactions from the winners. Michigan Democrats will no longer have full control of the state.  The South Haven ice rink is soon to be open to the public.

In today's news: Election results still coming in from Berrien County Van Buren County returns complete Some races still too close to call at 5 am and more!

In today's news: It's Election Day. As deer season approaches, state and local law enforcement agencies are reminding drivers to buckle up and stay alert.  Present Pillars in Benton Harbor is planning its third annual Pillar Awards Gala for this month. 

Today in Sports Michigan State, Michigan and Central Michigan's Men's teams all start their season with wins, Eastern and Western drop openers Michigan goes toe to toe with women's #1 South Carolina, but falls 68-62.  #6 Notre dame blows out Mercyhurst.   Western also wins, CMU and EMU fall. The Pistons win back to back games and three of four with a 115-103 win over LeBron and the Lakers.  Cade Cunningham has 3rd career triple double.   Utah beats Bulls for their first win, and the Pacers beat Dallas. MNF has Kansas City over Tampa Bay 30-24 in OT.   College football MAC-Tion tonight has Bowling Green at Central Michigan

In today's news: It's Election Day! Polls are open 7am to 8pm Suspect in Eau Claire shooting of firefighter arraigned Benton Harbor approves new contract for water plant operation and more!

In today's news: Arraignment has been held for the suspect in a weekend shooting in Eau Claire.  Around 40 water service lines, and possibly more, were found in need of replacing in Benton Township after recent elevated lead levels were found.  There's been a new leadership shuffle at the Cook nuclear power plant in Bridgman. 

Today in Sports The Lions and the rain dominate Green Bay as Detroit tops the Packers 24-14.  Lions improve to 7-1 for best start since 1956. Bears give up another long TD to end a half, and fall at Arizona 29-9.   Colts fall on Sunday Night Football at Minnesota 21-13. Connor Bedard has 3 assists in Blackhawks 4-2 win over Ducks. Pistons pick up 106-92 win at Brooklyn. College Hoops season begins tonight, MSU to host Monmouth at 7:00, 6:00 pregame on Superhits 103.7 Cosy-FM,  Michigan to host Cleveland State at 8. 7:30 pregame on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM.

In today's news: Outpouring of sadness following first responder's shooting death in Eau Claire New details from Sister Lakes Halloween morning homicide  Michigan State Police announces new 5th District Commander and more!

Our WSJM Sports Player of the Week is Daniel Mandujano of Watervliet boys cross country. Daniel is a senior at Watervliet High School Daniel won the Boys Division 3 Individual Regional race at Portage Central, with a time of 16:28. He was 14 seconds faster than the second place finisher. Earlier this season he came in 2nd place at the Berrien County Invitational with a time of 16:27.  And his 9th place finish time of 16:16 at the Portage Invitational set a new Watervliet school record for a 5,000 meter races Daniel is also a member of the Watervliet track team, and in the classroom he carries a 4.2 Grade Point Average. Our WSJM Sports Player of the Week is Daniel Mandujano of Watervliet boys cross country.

In today's news: Benton Township notified of elevated lead levels MDOT reminds drivers to stay aware of time change Experts say leaving your leaves in your yard helps the ecosystem

Today in Sports New York Jets break a 5 game skid with a 21-13 win over Houston Sunday, Bears at Cards, Colts at Vikings, Lions at Packers, Detroit and GB live on Rock 107 WIRX, 3:20 pregame Blackhawks fall to San Jose 3-2. NBA Tonight, Pistons home vs. Knicks, Bulls at Nets, Pacers at Pelicans. NCAA Football Saturday High School Football playoff schedule

In today's news: Benton Harbor man arrested as suspect in Sister Lakes homicide SW Michigan Chamber invites Strong Towns author to area Early voting continues with stronger-than-expected turnout and more!

In today's news: SWM Chamber to host housing crisis event DNR urges hunters to watch out for Chronic Wasting Disease in deer The U.S. Department of Energy releases Community Benefits Plan for Holtec Palisades restart

Today in Sports The Yankees blow a 5-0 lead and drop Game 5 of the World Series to the Dodgers 7-6.  LA wins the series 4-1 for their 8th championship and 2nd in the last 5 years. White Sox reportedly name Will Venable as their new manager. Wins for the Pistons, Pacers, and Bulls. Red Wings drop third straight. NFL TNF has Texans at Jets Packers QB Love, Lions QB Goff held out of practice Wednesday nursing injuries. Both expected to play Sunday. Hartford falls 3-0 to Elk Rapids in MHSAA D3 Soccer Semis. Watervliet FB Coach Josh Tremblay stepping down, will stay on as baseball coach.

In today's news: 56-year-old Baroda man dead after vehicle/pedestrian crash Anchors Way road-raising project moves forward I-196 in Van Buren County reopens for the winter and more! 

In today's news:  Berrien County Sheriff Department's Trick-or-Treat safety tips I-196 open in Van Buren County St. Joseph City continues to work on the Anchor Way infrastructure project

Today in Sports The World Series is extended to a Game 5 after the Yankees beat the Dodgers 11-4 to avoid the sweep.  Game 5 tonight in the Bronx Lions WR Jameson Williams was held briefly, but not arrested earlier this month with two guns in the car he was a passenger in.   Red Wings host Jets tonight, trade D Olli Matta to Utah. Detroit expects to get one of two PWHL expansion teams. NBA, Pistons at Philly, Pacers at Boston, Bulls home against Orlando tonight. Big 10 will take no further action after the scuffle at the end of the Michigan/Michigan State game at the Big House. Final Michigan High School Football AP Rankings

In today's news: City of St. Joseph leaders updating strategy to attract business and residents Speedway project at I-94 and M-139 appears ready to start Berrien Co. govt working with MSP to lower speed limits on area roads and more!

In today's news: City of St. Joseph unveils new economic plan St. Joseph Township's Pizza Hut project postponed How to get rid of "ladybugs"