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FBI to speak with Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin after urging US troops to defy 'illegal orders' WASHINGTON — Democratic lawmakers who appeared in a social media video urging U.S. troops to defy “illegal orders” say the FBI contacted them to begin scheduling interviews, signaling a possible

Slotkin called it a "scare tactic" by President Trump.

Ely Township plans memorial park honoring Michigan's deadliest mining accident ELY TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — A town in Marquette County is banding together to create a memorial park honoring the victims, families, and lasting impact of Michigan’s deadliest industrial accident:

“This is a dream that a lot of people had for a long time, to get this done,” said Ely Township Glenn Wing, “and we just happen to have the right people in the right place to get it done at this time.”

GIVING TUESDAY: the Swedetown Trails Club maintains outdoor recreation opportunities CALUMET, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) ── After participating in Giving Tuesday the last few years, the Swedetown Trails Club is fundraising again with Copper Shores to raise money for trail maintenance and

Swedetown Trails require multiple hands to upkeep the trails and improve bridges, and MacDonald said that equipment and fuel are necessary to groom the cross-country trails in the winter.

Look U.P.! Poofy clouds & squirrels!

Rain & wintry mix today; cold, windy snow Wednesday & Thanksgiving Tables are set for a 906-course weather menu over the next 48 hours. Today starts with light rain that pushes further north around lunch time, a side of snow mixing

The holiday table is set. Peruse the 906-course weather menu here:

KHF, Faith Lutheran Church give away 300+ turkeys to Copper Country families LAURIUM, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Thanksgiving is right around the corner and while some families might head to the grocery store to prepare for the big feast, some others stopped by

"It's just a nice opportunity for us to take that stress off of people's lives and just bless them with a meal this Thanksgiving," said Jared Howard, a pastor at Faith Lutheran Church.

Visit Keweenaw and Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce move into new Houghton office HOUGHTON, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — On Friday, Visit Keweenaw welcomed the community to its new office in downtown Houghton, which it shares with the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce.

"We’re all right in a row here so it’s really one-stop shopping for tourist attractions and all businesses in the Keweenaw," said Visit Keweenaw Managing Director Jesse Wiederhold. "So that makes a lot of sense."

St. Ignace Rest Area among five Michigan rest areas to close this winter ST. IGNACE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Road trippers crossing the Mackinac Bridge may have to wait a bit longer to take a break from driving as one of the rest areas

Road trippers crossing the Mackinac Bridge may have to wait a bit longer to take a break from driving as one of the rest areas on southbound I-75 will be closed through next spring.

Little Brothers delivers firewood to seniors throughout Copper Country CHASSELL, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Every winter, home furnaces switch on for the next few months. But for some households, heat still comes from wood fuel. In Michigan's Copper Country, Little

"We know most of the people we deliver to. I mean, one of the greatest parts about doing this is just meeting these people by delivering firewood to them. They're just amazing," said a volunteer, Doug Wyble.

Sun up, down, all around.

Quiet today, but windy winter weather may impact Thanksgiving travel Savor the "warm" 40° highs today & tomorrow because we are falling down into very cold ranges starting Wednesday. Sunny skies possible this afternoon in the NW, cloudy for the

Savor today because Thanksgiving week gets cold, snowy, & windy. Look:

Adopting a Shiras Star helps fund last leg of planetarium upgrade project MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) ─ The Shiras Planetarium is in the final stages of funding its renovation project, and it’s inviting the community to adopt a star in order to reach

After undergoing a massive renovation, the Friends of Shiras Planetarium and the MAPS Education Foundation are looking to raise the last $127,000 by honoring those who’ve helped contribute to make the project a success.

Breakwater Federal Credit Union adds new books to little libraries in Houghton and Hancock HOUGHTON and HANCOCK, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Breakwater Federal Credit Union has added financial literacy books to Free Little Libraries in the Keweenaw Peninsula to help young readers learn about money

The credit union recently visited four Free Little Libraries to drop off books and learning materials that make financial knowledge accessible for young readers, according to a Thursday announcement.

No Kid Without a Christmas program to kick off in Keweenaw County KEWEENAW COUNTY, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — The Keweenaw County Sheriff’s Office will soon kick off its annual No Kid Without a Christmas program, delivering holiday joy to children and families across

For more than 25 years, the sheriff’s office has led a community-wide effort that gives gifts to about 100 children each year. Gifts include winter coats and jackets, hats, gloves, boots and a special gift for each child.

Meet the Upper Peninsula's five newest state troopers fresh out of recruit school MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Fifty new state troopers graduated from Michigan's 149th Trooper Recruit School. Of those, five will be serving the Upper Peninsula.

The new troopers took their Oath of Office at a ceremony in Lansing before starting their assignments at Michigan State Police (MSP) posts across the state next week.

Drummond Island man could face up to 20 years prison time for child porn charges DRUMMOND ISLAND, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — A 34-year-old Drummond Island man was arrested for multiple counts of child sexually abusive activity, announced the Michigan State Police (MSP).

The man, Jacob B. Bergum, was arrested following an investigation initiated by the Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) when it learned Bergum may have been viewing files of child sexually abusive material (CSAM) online.

Oh deer, amazing sunrise & sunset!

Chilly Friday with wintry mixes into Saturday, weekend temps rise up Sunny start for most of us on this chilly temp Friday with highs 35° to 45° & lows 20° to 25°. Clouds increase by lunch when the majority of the

Light wintry mixes fly over a few areas. Take a look at when & where:

MDARD awards UP conservation districts with over $500k for sustainable forestry UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WBUP.WJMN) — The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) awarded Upper Peninsula conservation districts over $500,000 for forestry work.

“These Forestry Assistance Program grants will support active and sustainable management of our forests so that they can be enjoyed by future generations of Michiganders," said MDARD Executive Director Tim Boring.

Slotkin, Whitmer denounce Trump's call for death of 'seditious' Democrats LANSING, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Michigan politicians are responding to President Donald Trump accusing a group of Democrats of "SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR, punishable by DEATH" with statements condemning violence.

"I would hope that people of all backgrounds — Democrat, Republican, Independent — would agree that threatening death for people you disagree with is beyond the pale of who we are as Americans," Slotkin said.

Wisconsin DOJ identifies individual who died in crash fleeing Niagara traffic stop NIAGARA, Wis. (WBUP/WJMN) — The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed the names of those involved in an "officer-involved death" investigation in the city of Niagara following a high-speed chase.

Not only was the individual who died in the crash identified, but also the officer involved in the incident. Here's what the Wisconsin DOJ said:

State awards eastern UP conservation district with $500,000 SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — An eastern Upper Peninsula conservation district received $500,000 to reduce and prevent polluted runoff from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy

The funds will be used to reduce and prevent polluted runoff in Upper Peninsula waterbodies.

Kapow sunrises, whiskers, & wings!

Rain & snowflakes today, temps dip Friday then back up this weekend Clouds blanket the U.P. today as rain showers down in a few rounds, although snowflakes may fly around too. Brief break from the precip activity in the afternoon with a

Mainly rain today & possibly snow. Here's where the temps likely go:

GIVING TUESDAY: unitē Mental Health and Wellness helps Yoopers receive counseling services L’ANSE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) ─ unitē Mental Health and Wellness serves the populations of the Copper Country, providing mental health services to individuals and families in the area.

"I said, ‘Well, if (lack of mental health resources) is a problem, I think that if we just put the problem together with what it’s going to take to solve this, let’s give it a try.’ So, Beth and I formed unitē,” recalled one of the founders.

West End Health Foundation awards $90K to community groups to 'enhance health and wellness' CHAMPION, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — The West End Health Foundation (WEHF) gave $90,000 in grants to 11 local organizations that protect community interests.

"The West End Health Foundation is delighted to provide $90,000 in funding to eleven organizations through this year's fall grant cycles," said WEHF President Tom Edmark.

DEVELOPING: Former NMU football coach had 'altercation with student athlete' before resigning MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) -- The former Northern Michigan University (NMU) head football coach who resigned amid an investigation had a physical altercation with a player, according to Freedom of Information

Documentation sent to My UP Now gives us context for former Coach Shane Richardson's resignation. Here's what the coaches and student athletes had to say about the incident ⬇️

Behold Icy-cold U.P. Beauty & Beasts!

Frosted morning temps thaw out as clouds increase; rain/snow tomorrow Frosted windshields & temperatures this morning eventually thaw out hitting 40° to 45° highs as clouds increase from west to east. Rain & snow develop late tonight along the NW

Frosted temps thaw out by lunch. Track our next winter mix party here:

Congress acts swiftly to force release of Epstein files, sending bill to Trump Both President Donald Trump and Republican leadership failed in their efforts to prevent the vote.

Both the House and Senate acted decisively Tuesday to pass a bill to force the Justice Department to publicly release its files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, an effort that struggled for months to overcome opposition from President Donald Trump and Republican leadership.