A report shows drivers of electric vehicles have more difficulty finding a charging station, even as demand increases. Fast charging stations are highly concentrated in urban areas across lower Michigan and not rural areas.
Janelle D. James
Janelle D. James covers breaking news at Bridge Michigan. She joined the staff in January 2023. Previously, she worked as a Capital News Correspondent at Michigan State University where she covered state and local policy issues. She also worked as a breaking news intern at the Detroit Free Press. She has a bachelors degree in journalism and political science from Michigan State University. She is from Detroit. You can reach her at jjames@bridgemi.com and on Twitter at Janelle___j.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
What winter? Michigan farmers, anglers hit hard by warm temperatures
Warm weather has farmers on edge, anglers watching the ice and ski hills working overtime to produce snow.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan $180 inflation relief checks 2023: what to know about Whitmer's plan
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s efforts to provide tax relief to Michigan residents includes a proposal to send $180 checks to residents who filed taxes in 2022. Republicans call it a gambit to avoid providing longer-term tax relief.
Posted inChildren & Families
Devastating earthquakes hit Turkey and Syria, here’s how you can help
Powerful earthquakes of 7.8 and 7.5 magnitude devastated regions of southern Turkey and northern Syria on Monday, leaving thousands injured or dead. Here’s how you can donate directly to aid efforts.
Posted inMichigan Government
Deaths prompt transparency push for Michigan’s Children’s Protective Services
A Michigan senator wants to allow legislators and the media to access files investigating child abuse. But his effort faces an uphill fight.
Posted inBusiness Watch
Michigan tax refund 2023: How long does it take and other questions
With tax season in full swing, take a moment to brush up on potential new Michigan tax credits, how to get your refund faster and how to avoid tax scams
Posted inTalent & Education
East Lansing cut school security. After several fights, it reversed course
East Lansing Public Schools was among several Michigan districts that reduced security years ago to address other budget concerns. But this year has been marked by reports of guns, fights and intimidation, leading school officials to change direction.
Posted inTalent & Education
A school fight, a gun, and a Michigan community demands action
Behavioral problems are increasing in post-pandemic Michigan schools. In East Lansing, students and parents say enough is enough.
Posted inTalent & Education
Fewer Michigan snow days this winter means more days in classrooms
Wednesday’s snowfall closed schools across much of lower Michigan. But many districts say they are more likely this year to fall short of the six snow day closures allowed by the state.
Posted inMichigan Government
Watch Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s 2023 State of the State speech
Watch the Michigan governor’s fifth State of the State speech here at 7 p.m. Wednesday.
