The pandemic-induced labor market squeeze has created new opportunities for formerly incarcerated Michiganders. Experts say businesses have become increasingly open to hiring applicants with criminal records.
Irena Li
A guest author for Bridge Magazine.
Posted inTalent & Education
More Michigan teens hit the brakes on learning to drive
The state’s decision to stop funding driver’s education and high private driver’s education costs may be contributing to many Michigan teens delaying getting their driver’s licenses.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Air quality warning pushed to Friday in Michigan; doctors urge outdoor limits
Millions of Michiganders will remain under an air quality advisory through Friday as smoky skies from Canadian wildfires hang on.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
When will the smoke clear in Michigan? What you need to know in the meantime
Michiganders are in for at least another day of smoky skies until wind currents start to clear the air.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Michigan under statewide advisory as Canada wildfire smoke hits Midwest
Millions of Michiganders are under advisory through Wednesday after air currents pushed smoke from Canada wildfires to Michigan and other parts of the Midwest.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Long COVID remains a debilitating medical mystery for Michigan sufferers
As of May, COVID-19 is no longer declared as a federal public health emergency. But many Michiganders are still living with long COVID as experts struggle to define and treat the syndrome.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Michigan’s second human donor milk bank opens in Jackson
The Henry Ford Milk Bank will prioritize providing donor milk from a pool of lactating mothers to inpatient infants.
Posted inQuality of Life
Watch out for Taylor Swift ticket scams in Detroit, Dana Nessel warns
Attorney General Dana Nessel sent out a warning about ticket scams ahead of Taylor Swift’s highly-anticipated Eras Tour performances in Detroit this weekend.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
From 'Cocaine Bear' to Dungeons & Dragons, Michigan DNR turns to humor
Tyler Czarnopis combines his love for the outdoors and his media expertise to share educational and entertaining content on the Michigan DNR’s social media pages.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Michigan wildfires: How to make sure your campfire is safe
Multiple Michigan wildfires have already incinerated thousands of acres of land. Here’s what you should do to avoid burning more.