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

Tuesday, January 08, 2013  The legislation applies to holders of Level 1 licenses, who must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or another licensed driver at least 21 years old, and those with Level 2 licenses, who can drive alone with some limits on hours and carrying young passengers.

Thursday, November 08, 2012  The U.S. Marshals Detroit Fugitive Apprehension Team has new tools to help track down fugitives.

Monday, April 02, 2012  More than 80 percent of Michigan motorists feel drivers talking on cell phones are more likely to be involved in a crash, despite the fact more than 56 percent admittedly make and accept cell phone calls while driving.

Friday, January 06, 2012  The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is giving Third Level $45,000 to start a new text message response system for suicidal teenagers.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011  Tonight we're hearing from the state police on a federal recommendation to ban cell phone use while driving.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011  A Michigan insurance company and UpNorthLive Facebook fans weigh in on a cell phone ban.

Monday, August 29, 2011  A teen thought she was doing the right thing by pulling over to text only to find out she had still broken the law!

Friday, March 04, 2011  The bell signals the end of school, but not the end of students problems. That's why a Northern Michigan Sheriff's Deputy decided to take matters into his own hands.

Thursday, January 20, 2011  Don't walk this way: One man's survey shows smart phones foster dumb habits among pedestrians.

Monday, January 10, 2011  Michigan's texting law is just about 6 months old. Viewers wondered how many tickets have actually been written. As it turns out, the law may be having a very dangerous side effect.

Tuesday, November 09, 2010  Sex, drugs, risky behaviors more common in teens who send excessive text messages, study finds

Friday, October 22, 2010  If you ask avid hunters, they won't miss a chance to get out in the woods for anything. But what if you have work to stay on top of?

Tuesday, September 21, 2010  Targeting distractions behind the wheel, the Obama administration proposed Tuesday to bar truck drivers from sending text messages while hauling hazardous materials.

Thursday, July 01, 2010  Check the mirrors, buckle your seat belt and put down the phone.  That's right. Michigan's new texting while driving ban takes effect July 1 and road patrols know what to look for.

Monday, May 17, 2010  It's against the law, but how would law enforcement possible know if you were dialing a number or texting? Viewers wondered. The answers we found them are the subject of this Fact Finder.