Benton Harbor Faces Local Government Shutdown
St. Joseph unveils scaled-back paid parking plan
Benton Harbor Approves Water and Sewer Work for M-139 Project
Benton Harbor Commissioners Reject Transfer of Funds for Operations
Crime
21-Year-Old Man Fatally Shot in Benton Harbor
Law enforcement seeks leads as investigation continues into the shooting death.

Police Search for Benton Harbor Homicide Suspect
First Bird Flu Case of 2026 Detected in Southwest Michigan
21-Year-Old Man Shot and Killed in Benton Harbor
Police say the shooting remains under investigation, but there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Politics
Michigan Black Summit Expected to Be Economic Force in Southwest Michigan
The annual event will feature Senate candidate forums and discussions on Black education, healthcare, and economic development.

Michigan Black Summit Draws Hundreds to Benton Harbor
Summit to feature Senate candidate forum and keynote from Minnesota AG Keith Ellison
Michigan Appeals Court Allows Benton Harbor Water Lawsuit to Proceed
Residents can continue suit against state agencies over contaminated drinking water
Lifestyle
Benton Harbor Shelter Hosts Annual Fundraising Walk
Emergency Shelter Services plans Coldest Night of the Year event to support those experiencing homelessness and hunger.

Southwest Michigan Afternoon News Roundup
Scam warning, college donation, and road work updates in the region
Benton Harbor Shelter Hosts Annual 'Coldest Night' Fundraising Walk
Emergency Shelter Services to hold 2-mile and 5-mile routes on February 28 to support those experiencing homelessness and hunger.
Business
Whirlpool Earnings Miss Expectations Amid Softer Sales
CEO cites gradual housing recovery as basis for 2026 confidence

Benton Harbor 'Placemaking' Development Moving Forward
State grant supports project to rehabilitate downtown buildings and add housing and commercial space.
Whirlpool Reports Q4 Earnings
Appliance maker sees $108 million in quarterly profit