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Wednesday, March 13, 2013  76-year-old Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio of Argentina is now Pope Francis... the pope of many firsts.

Thursday, February 28, 2013  7&4's Erika Erickson went to Phoenix, AZ where hundreds of Carter's Kids volunteers and an entire community gathered together to unveil their hard work.

Tuesday, February 26, 2013  The warnings in Washington of forced across-the-board budget cuts are trickling down to Northern Michigan. One program facing cuts is Michigan's "STOP Violence Against Women" program, and that has women and community members speaking out.

Monday, February 25, 2013  Community members, parents, teachers and school board officials gathered Monday evening to discuss re-shaping education in Michigan at a public forum in Benzie County.

Thursday, February 14, 2013  It's a global movement that not only gets people moving, but also raises awareness about violence against women. And this dancing phenomenon is reaching our very own backyard here in Northern Michigan.

Thursday, February 14, 2013  Often we don't realize how small this world is, or how often our lives are intertwined with complete strangers without even knowing. And sometimes when those connections are made, they can change our lives in an instant. It was a routine hospital visit that led to one conversation and now a special bond that cannot be broken for two military moms.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013  The blood alcohol content limit for driving in Michigan could increase if the state legislature doesn't act soon. And many, including Michigan's Mothers Against Drunk Driving, are calling on lawmakers to prevent that scheduled increase.

Monday, February 11, 2013  The future of Hickory Hills ski hill is just one of the issues Traverse City Commissioners discussed at Monday's meeting. When discussing the year's budget, Hickory Hills is often one of the areas where commissioners look to make cuts.

Friday, February 08, 2013  As Governor Snyder unveiled his nearly $51 billion budget Thursday night, some of his proposals aren't sitting well with Northern Michigan folks -- specifically his plan to increase the fuel tax. The majority of people 7&4 spoke with said it's just more pain at the pump.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  Wexford County Commissioners discuss next step in Animal Shelter investigation, the possibility of building a new jail and shutting down the county's recycling center.

Friday, February 01, 2013  Commissioners and concerned community members packed a meeting room at the Wexford County courthouse to address their concerns about the Wexford County Animal Shelter. The state is investigating the shelter after a former employee, and two volunteers, made allegations about the euthanasia practices at the shelter.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013  "75 years ago people were skiing on wooden skis with straps and leather boots," said Tim Meyer, Caberfae Peaks Mountain Operations Manager.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013  With the National Institute of Health reporting two-thirds of American adults as overweight or obese, the world's largest beverage company is calling this problem "the issue of this generation" and getting involved.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  For baby Reese Elizabeth Karam, kisses are just an everyday part of growing up. But a kiss from Pope Benedict is not one you get every day.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  It's early January, and NHL players still haven't hit the ice... but in Northern Michigan, a team of female hockey players haven't missed a face off.