Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
Good morning, Portage.
🚨 Crime
Police are searching for an 18-25-year-old suspect wearing a red hoodie and black beanie after a 27-year-old security guard was shot and later died Saturday outside Green Door Distilling—officers urged anyone with information to come forward.
🎭 Culture
Alice Cooper is returning home for a performance at Pine Knob Music Theatre with Judas Priest on Thursday, October 2 — tickets go on sale Friday, April 18 at 10 a.m. as his 22-city tour runs from September through the end of October.
🏈 Sports
WMU hockey coach Pat Ferschweiler, who led the Broncos to their first national title, appeared on ESPN’s Pat McAfee Show to celebrate the win—he praised the passionate Lawson Lunatics and highlighted several historic firsts for the team.
His remarks underscored the community’s strong support and the program’s rise as a college hockey powerhouse.
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