Rep. Lightner comments on bill aimed at driver’s licenses for non-US citizens
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — During State Representative Sarah Lightner’s most recent visit on AM Jackson, one of the topics discussed was a bill that failed to pass the House. The bill was centered on providing driver’s licenses
Structure Fire in Leoni Township Results in Major Damage
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — On Wednesday afternoon, the Blackman-Leoni Department of Public Safety responded to a structure fire at 1275 Breezy Lane on the east side of Leoni Township. An off duty Firefighter, who lives nearby, was
Spring Arbor University Captures Women’s Bowling Championship
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — Spring Arbor University won the 2025 NAIA Women’s Bowling National Championship to claim the first Red Banner in program history at 5 Star Lanes in Sterling Heights, Michigan on Saturday. The Cougars came
US Congressman Tom Barrett Goes to Mexico to Demand the Release of the Akeos
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — US Congressman Tom Barrett, who represents Michigan’s 7th District in the House of Representatives, announced via social media that he has departed for Mexico to visit Paul and Christy Akeo in prison, as
Road rage incident turns violent, results in felony charges
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — A Jackson man is facing felony charges after a road rage incident turned violent. 56-year-old Marcus Leon Burrell was arraigned Monday on a charge of assault with intent to do great bodily harm.
Stabbing suspect could face life in prison
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — A Jackson man is facing an attempted murder charge after allegedly stabbing another man during a dispute. 74-year-old Wilbur Heard was arraigned Monday for assault with intent to murder following a Sunday night
Emergency sirens failed to sound during tornado warnings Sunday; inspections scheduled
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — Two emergency sirens failed to sound Sunday night during tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings. Now, county officials are investigating the issue. Jackson County Central Dispatch says residents near South Wisner and Morrell in
Severe Weather Outlook for Wednesday, April 2
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — Another round of severe storms is predicted for Wednesday, April 2. The National Weather Service (NWS) Grand Rapids says there is high confidence that several storms will contain damaging winds, severe, hail, and/or
Springport Public Schools Superintendent moving on; search for replacement begins
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — Springport Public Schools is preparing to search for a new superintendent. Christie Robinson announced her resignation in a March 28 social media post, saying she is grateful for the community’s support over the
Tragic Loss: Stockbridge Man Killed After Tree Falls on Home During Storm
Stockbridge, Mich. (WKHM) — A 56-year-old man has died after a tree crashed onto his home during yesterday’s storm. The Ingham County Sheriff’s Office says the incident happened in the 4300 block of North Main Street in