Researchers published a study indicating that medical cannabis can relieve chronic pain and reduce patients’ reliance on prescription opioids. 

Dec 9, 2025 AP file photo ALPENA — Christmas is a time to spend with family and friends, but it is also a time of consumption and materialism. Meag Schwartz, founder of Great Lakes Great Responsibility, says that there are alternative ways to celebrate the holidays without contributing to excess amounts of material...

COLUMBIA — The Columbia School Board reviewed climate survey results at its meeting Monday night. The annual survey was sent to parents, staff and students to understand their opinions about learning environments in Columbia Public Schools. "In any organization, you're always looking to get better and one way to do that is to gather input from...