Latest local news, weather and high school sports for Northern Michigan

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  National Rifle Association will be primary sponsor of NASCAR Sprint Cup race in Texas in April

Monday, February 25, 2013  The crash that closed US-31 and knocked out power for neighbors has been linked to a high-speed chase stemming from a gasoline drive off. Police have arrested the man responsible.

Friday, February 15, 2013  The Michigan Department of Transportation and Amtrak are saying full speed ahead on expanding the state's high-speed train service.

Thursday, February 14, 2013  Two people were arrested after they led police on a high speed chase through Isabella County.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  The Special Olympics of Michigan kicked off today with time trials for the Winter Games. Athletes from all over the state came out to compete in snowboarding, snowshoeing, skiing, ice skating and speed skating.

Tuesday, February 05, 2013  Hundreds of althetes are now in Grand Traverse County for the Special Olympics of Michigan Winter Games. Organizers say they need your help to make sure the games go off without a hitch.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  Passengers aboard the Seastreak Wall Street said dozens of people who had been standing, waiting to disembark, were hurled to the deck by the impact.

Tuesday, October 30, 2012  Two people are dead and one is in critical condition after a crash where high speeds appear to be a factor.

Friday, October 19, 2012  1st Illinois Amtrak train to hit 110 mph in modest milestone for Obama's high-speed rail plans

Monday, October 15, 2012  Updated with video: Felix Baumgartner's 24-mile jump from edge of space gives millions on Earth collective moment of awe

Thursday, July 26, 2012  Speeders beware, local police are using new technology to crack down on lead foot drivers.

Tuesday, July 24, 2012  The Michigan Department of Transportation and the Michigan State Police posted a new safety video to help drivers understand speed limits in freeway work zones.

Friday, May 25, 2012  A 32-year old Grand Rapids man who lead state police on a high-speed chase reaching speeds over 100 miles an hour has been arrested, but it wasn't easy.

Friday, April 27, 2012  Growth likely dipped in January-March quarter, but outlook for all of 2012 appears brighter

Monday, March 19, 2012  The last day of winter is feeling a lot more like summer, and these hot temperatures have farmers across Northern Michigan scrambling to get ready for an early crop.