WBUP-TV (Ishpeming, MI)

WBUP (Channel 10) is a TV station that caters to the central and western parts of the Upper Peninsula. It originally started broadcasting in October 1996 under the name WBKP from Calumet. In 2001, WBUP was built and the station relocated from Calumet to Marquette. Its transmitter is set up at the WNMU tower, which is 25 miles west of Marquette in Ely Township. The original WBKP channel 5 continues to operate, providing simulcasts of both ABC and CW programs for the western U.P. The station's over-the-air signal can also be received across Lake Superior in Thunder Bay, Ontario, and the nearby areas.

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Upper Peninsula August Election Results for Local, State and Federal Action

Aug 7, 2024 | abc10up.com | Thomas Fournier

August primary’s election has been marked in the books. A little more than 6,000 residents of Houghton County participated—voting on several local millage proposals and selecting candidates for primary nominations. A county-wide proposal to fund operations was passed 3803 to 1291 Votes. The City of Houghton and Portage Township residents also approved that the Portage Lake District Library will return to its 1.9606 mills supporting operations.
Wisconsin man drowns in SCUBA diving accident near Isle Royale

Jul 26, 2024 | abc10up.com | Jessica Potila

A Wisconsin man drowned yesterday while SCUBA diving near Isle Royale in Lake Superior. A caller from Isle Royale National Park notified Keweenaw County Sheriff’s Office of the incident shortly before 2 p.m. yesterday. John Nouisaine, 70, of Superior, Wisconsin was exploring the stern section of the Emperor shipwreck on the north side of the Island when the diving accident occurred.
Diver Drowns is Lake Superior

Jul 26, 2024 | abc10up.com | Jessica Potila

A diver has drowned in Keweenaw County. A caller from Isle Royale National Park notified Keweenaw County Sheriff’s Office of the incident shortly before 2 p.m. yesterday. The individual, who police have not named pending notification of family, drowned while diving in Lake Superior waters on the north side of the island. The individual had been diving from a charter boat. Police are investigating the drowning, and ABC 10 will bring you more information as it becomes available.
Man suspected of politically motivated attack on 80-year-old commits suicide

Jul 23, 2024 | abc10up.com | Jessica Potila

The ATV operator suspected of mowing down and critically injuring an 80–year–old Hancock man yesterday has killed himself, according to police. The older gentleman was struck by the machine while placing a political campaign sign in his yard. He was hospitalized for treatment of serious injuries and remains in critical condition as of Tuesday morning.
Six Berry Farms in Chassell Provide the Strawberry Festival’s Full Ton of Strawberries.

Jul 9, 2024 | abc10up.com | Thomas Fournier

The berry farms in Chassell have provided sweet treats to residents of the Upper Peninsula for many years. Before the rise of California’s agriculture, many of Chassell grown berries would find their way grocers and markets in Chicago and much of the Midwest. There are six farms still in operation today that mainly distribute to areas of the Upper Peninsula and Northern Wisconsin. We still have the niche here where it serves the UP and Northern Wisconsin, even in Minnesota.
Keweenaw County Historical Society Saves Local History in Eagle Harbor at the Lifesaving Station

Jul 8, 2024 | abc10up.com | Thomas Fournier

Lake Superior’s reputation for stormy waters lends the need for life-saving operations around coastal towns. With the advancement of new technology and longer ranges, the U.S. Coast Guard eventually abandoned several small stations. Such as the Life Saving Station in Eagle Harbor that served the Keweenaw Peninsula from 1915 to 1950. In the years since the Keweenaw County Historical Society has taken ownership of the site, as one of its several museum sites preserving local history.
Sault nurses authorize second strike

Jun 14, 2024 | abc10up.com | Jessica Potila

Another nurses’ strike may be on the horizon at MyMichigan Medical Center Sault. Union nurses at the Sault Ste. Marie hospital voted overwhelmingly to authorize a second unfair labor practice strike as negotiations with hospital administrators fail to produce a contract. The nurses held a five-day strike in April. They have been working without a contract since Dec. 31. It is unclear how long a second strike would last.
Fishing Hall-of-Famer hooks record setting perch

May 23, 2024 | abc10up.com | Jessica Potila

A Fishing Hall–of–Famer who holds 53 world records in the sport hooked a state record perch on Lake St. Clair. Adrian dentist Scott Smith and a friend were still fishing with minnow bait on the freshwater basin that connects Lake Huron and Lake Erie last month, when their last catch of the day proved to be a monster. Smith reeled in a white perch weighing 2 pounds, 5.92 ounces and measuring 16.25 inches.
S.O.S signal prompts search for Lake Superior kayaker

May 21, 2024 | abc10up.com | Jessica Potila

The search for a Lake Superior kayaker thought to be in peril in the Keweenaw Peninsula resulted in the best possible outcome. Keweenaw County Sheriff’s officers were dispatched Monday afternoon to an S.O.S. distress signal located offshore from Horseshoe Trail in Grant Township. A search was launched for kayaker Cale Prozen of Minnesota in response to the signal.
Nursing homes collaborate to help residents displaced by Mission Point closure

May 14, 2024 | abc10up.com | Jessica Potila

As an Ishpeming nursing home is about to permanently close its doors, other long term healthcare facilities in the area will work together to house 33 displaced residents and offer employment to its staff members. Mission Point Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Ishpeming will cease operations over the course of the next 60 days.