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MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) — A big change could be coming to one of the largest fixtures in Marquette, according to a local nonprofit. The iconic Lower Harbor Ore Dock is the Statue of Liberty or the Golden Gate Bridge of Marquette. It is an instantly recognizable symbol of who we are as a community. As […]

UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WJMN) — The deer are tagged and the count is in. Here’s the counties of the Upper Peninsula where hunters harvested the most deer during regular firearm season. Menominee ranked in the top 5 counties in the state, taking fourth behind Sanilac, Newaygo and Montcalm. Menominee was second in the state for […]

U.P. mayor-elect told suing dispensaries to ‘knock it off’. Their lawyer fired back.

Catch the latest on WZMQ 19 News, featuring updates on a missing Michigan woman's case, the Marquette School Board's nickname process, and Israel's offensive against Hamas. Plus, get the weather forecast and special features on Big Brother reindeer games and National Cookie Day.

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – New details on the embezzlement charges brought to the GINCC Director. Samantha Lajeunesse, 34 was in Marquette 96th Criminal Court Wednesday morning for her arraignment hearing on the charges of one count of felony embezzlement of $20,000+, one count of felony using a computer to commit a crime, and one count of felony financial transaction.

Sure, we all know that pasties are a Yooper favorite and maybe you've heard of cudighi too, but have you ever heard of Trenary Toast?. A staple of Michigan's Upper Peninsula since the 1930s, I was surprised I'd never heard of this tasty toasty tradition. Have you?. Trenary, Michigan. Located...

Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around munising.

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The City of Marquette’s plows are getting some help from Domino’s. City Manager Karen Kovacs says it is one of three U.S. cities selected so far in the chain’s Plowing for Pizza program. “We are pretty excited for the partnership with Domino’s. We...

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - Every year, Addy Lemire collects pajamas for families in need. She calls it Pajama Palooza. This year, she hopes to donate 1,000 pairs of pajamas. As of Wednesday, she only needs 100 pairs to reach her goal. Lemire says to get involved you can donate pajamas...

Marquette Area Public Schools would like to thank the Kaufman Foundation for their generous donation to “Coats for Kids”, a campaign aimed at outfitting school-aged children with the basic necessities to withstand our harshest season. With the donation Marquette Schools was able to purchase 50 coats, 39 snow...

Reporter Trevor Freeman gives us an update on college basketball and what teams are playing tomorrow. He also discusses the drop in deer hunting numbers this year.

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - If you are looking for the perfect tree for the holiday season, look no further than Ahmed Shrine’s 2nd Feztival of Trees at the Masonic Hall ballroom in Marquette. The nonprofit organization, which helps over 300 children across the U.P. by supporting twenty-two hospitals, is...

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - So you want to learn curling?. The Marquette Curling Club invites you to try the sport at drop-in sessions every Sunday at Lakeview Arena from 7:30 to 10:00 p.m. Upper Michigan Today took its show on the road to Lakeview Arena to try it out for...

A surface and upper-level trough will swing across the region by Wednesday. This will bring a few scattered snow showers tomorrow and Wednesday. Then, an upper-level ridge moves in with unseasonably warm air for the rest of the week. Today: Mostly to partly cloudy and mild. >Highs: Low to mid-30s.

A warm front will swing through by tomorrow. Ahead of it, some spotty wintry mix including wet snow, sleet, and freezing drizzle could be possible in the east late in the day through tonight. Watch out for slick spots. Unseasonably warm air comes at the end of the week. Highs could range up to 15° above normal. This weekend a system will bring some rain and snow to the area on Saturday with lake-effect snow continuing along the northwest wind belts on Sunday.

Due to a COVID-19 outbreak among staff members, Copper Shores Meals on Wheels will be temporarily closed for the remainder of the week, ending Friday, Dec. 8. Meals on Wheels clients will receive their normal hot meal today and additional meals to get them through the end of the week. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution after nearly half of our staff either tested positive for COVID-19 or is exhibiting similar symptoms to those that have tested positive. We know how important the daily visit from our caring staff s is, but we know it’s even more important to make sure everyone stays healthy,” said program director Kathleen Harter. Three years after Covid-19 emerged, it continues to impact many businesses and organizations. Meals on Wheels organizers are hopeful the program will return to normal operations by Dec. 11. The Meals on Wheels holiday cookie sale and Wednesday evening’s farmer meeting will take place as scheduled. Call (906) 483-1155 or email mealsonwheels@coppershores.org with any questions.

LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Veteran Homes has published a wish list for each Home highlighting much-needed items to support veteran members this holiday season. “Michiganders who fought and sacrificed for our freedom deserve our gratitude and support during the holidays,” said Governor Whitmer. “For the more than 300 veterans living at state veteran homes in Chesterfield Township, Grand Rapids, and Marquette, a letter filled with holiday wishes or a gift from their wish list makes a real difference in their lives and lets them know they are not forgotten. Let’s continue working together to make sure our veterans and their families feel our support around the holidays.”

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Yoopers from across the U.P. can help donate to support local veterans. Campaign Organizer Anna Juidici is collecting items from craft vendors to build gift baskets to raffle this Christmas. People have the chane to win one of these baskets when they donte to support local veterans. She is encouraging more people to donate for a chance to win. All funds from the raffle will be donated to the 23rd Veterans organization.

UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WJMN) — It’s beginning to look like Christmas, and with the decorations come community celebrations you don’t want to miss. We’ve collected holiday events happening around the region throughout the month of December. Check our list below to find one near you! List of holiday events: We’re continually adding to this list. […]

MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WZMQ) – A second primary challenger announces plans to run for the 109th State House District seat as a democrat. Randy Girard made the announcement Wednesday at the Marquette Charter Township board meeting. In a statement, Girard said, “I appreciate the opportunity to address you this...