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Michigan news: Bridge archive

TitleDateAuthor
Citizenship, voter ID proposal gets OK for petition driveHayley Harding, Votebeat
Opinion | Proof of citizenship to vote is a solution to a problem that doesn’t existPaula Bowman, Denise Hartsough
Bridge Lunch Break to discuss tourism in Michigan Kathy Kieliszewski
Bridge Michigan News Quiz: April 18, 2025: Another awesome weekJoel Kurth
Opinion | How to fix the gender gap in college enrollment in MichiganJeremy Hendges
Michigan joins six other states with measles outbreaks. What to knowThe Associated Press
Michigan lawmakers want to stop people from using SNAP benefits to buy popJanelle D. James
Vernal pools hold hundreds of creatures. But how many exist in Michigan?Laura Herberg
Opinion | Michigan seniors are at risk. Federal cuts threaten nutrition programsBarbara Niess-May
Where to find help for Michigan seniors. A guide for navigating the mazeRobin Erb
How to plan for aging in Michigan or take care of others: What to knowRobin Erb
Experts: Michigan lawmakers should make 6 fixes to improve senior careRon French, Robin Erb
Whitmer proposes more money for Michigan's aging crisis. Is it enough?Ron French
Crush of retirees a crisis in Michigan. State unprepared to meet their needsRobin Erb, Ron French
Abdul El-Sayed on US Senate run: ‘If you want a fighter, I’ve got receipts’Jordyn Hermani
Michigan’s new tool to boost college enrollment: $50K prizes. Will it work?Isabel Lohman
Earth Day events planned across Michigan; find one in your areaLaura Herberg
Video: Scientists map bottom of the Great Lakes to explore hidden habitatsGreat Lakes Now
DOGE cuts hit Michigan youth programs, reading initiativeLauren Gibbons
Trump administration to fast-track Line 5 tunnel, calling project 'emergency'Kelly House
Natural gas plants in UP are 'clean' energy sources, House bills contendKelly House
Michigan House GOP to subpoena Jocelyn Benson for election training docsJordyn Hermani
Slammed by northern Michigan ice storm, foresters wonder what’s nextEllie Katz, IPR
Who's running for Michigan governor: Former AG Mike Cox makes it officialBridge Staff
Invest in Bridge Michigan, invest in healthy democracyKaty Locker
Opinion | Can we think critically about our response to alcoholism?Patrick Patterson
Gretchen Whitmer: I shouldn’t have hid my face in White House visitJordyn Hermani
Fact check: Gretchen Whitmer warns 'funding cliff’ coming for Michigan roadsJordyn Hermani
Fact check: Michigan schools are struggling. Can these ideas help fix them?Isabel Lohman, Jordyn Hermani
70 international students face deportation in Michigan. Trump won't say whyKelly House, Isabel Lohman
Mike Rogers runs again for US Senate in Michigan, vowing to ‘stand with’ TrumpJordyn Hermani
It’s almost morel season, Michigan! Here’s how to find them — and how to cook themLaura Herberg
30,000 gallons of maple syrup likely lost in historic Michigan ice stormJustin A. Hinkley
Here it is, cinephiles: The 10 best Michigan-based movies. Chosen by youJoel Kurth
Bridge Michigan News Quiz: April 11, 2025: Go ahead, delay tax return another dayJoel Kurth
Yes, Canada geese are annoying. But should they be gassed to death in Michigan?Laura Herberg
Whitmer wants more men in Michigan colleges and job training. What to knowIsabel Lohman
Michigan tax deadline April 15; ice storm victims can ask for more timeJanelle D. James
Troubled teens caught in middle of Michigan treatment facility shuffleJordyn Hermani
Opinion | It’s time to address Michigan’s behavioral health capacity nightmareMatthew Bierlein
Trump order jeopardizes voting rights for Michigan military members overseasHayley Harding, Votebeat
Watch Bridge Culture Club discussion of 'Enough to Lose' with author RS DeerenJackquelyn Garrett
Trump pauses ‘reciprocal’ tariffs. What it means for MichiganLauren Gibbons
Deer are running amok in suburban Michigan. Is it time to shoot them?Laura Herberg
Opinion | Michigan would pay dearly for Trump pause on refugee resettlementAlaina Jacskon, Rob Fowler
Opinion | Permitting precedent imperils Michigan’s watersBeth Wallace
Trump praises Whitmer, vows to ramp up Asian carp fight to 'save Lake Michigan'Lauren Gibbons
Colder winter a hopeful sign for this year's fruit crop, Michigan growers sayJanelle D. James
Climate change making Great Lakes water birds sickClara Lincolnhol, Capital News Service
Unlocking the secrets of Michigan’s ‘superagers,’ who defy golden yearsRobin Erb