Workers are rejoicing, but sick time rules set to take effect in February have firms fearing a complicated ‘catastrophe.’ They want legislators to make changes, but Democrats may be reluctant.
Jordyn Hermani
Jordyn covers state policy and politics for Bridge Michigan. Prior to joining the Capitol crew, she wrote for MLive as its statewide politics and culture reporter and with Gongwer Michigan as its state House reporter. She lives in Lansing with her husband and two cats. When not writing, you can catch her watching hockey or horror movies — though, usually not at the same time. Get in touch with her at jhermani@bridgemi.com or on Twitter @JordynHermani.
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Michigan plans $14.97 minimum wage by 2028 — but seeks court clarity first
Michigan would start court-ordered minimum wage hikes at $12.48 an hour next year under an “intended approach,” the state said in a motion asking Supreme Court justices for clarity on their earlier ruling.
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McDonald Rivet faces Junge in Michigan’s 8th Congressional District election
U.S. Rep. Dan Kildee’s pending retirement leaves an open seat in the 8th Congressional District that both Democrats and Republicans are fighting to fill.
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Lisa McClain faces Clinton St. Mosley in Michigan 9th Congressional District election
McClain, a Romeo Republican, is running for re-election in a conservative district that includes the Thumb and parts of Oakland and Macomb counties.
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John James faces Carl Marlinga in Michigan 10th Congressional District election
John James, a first-term Republican, seeks to hold onto his seat in a southern Macomb County district that narrowly leans GOP.
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Haley Stevens faces Nick Somberg in Michigan 11th Congressional District election
Democratic U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens is seeking re-election in Michigan’s 11th Congressional District.
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Rashida Tlaib faces James Hooper in Michigan 12th Congressional District election
Tlaib, a Detroit Democrat, is defending her seat in Michigan’s 12th Congressional District.
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Shri Thanedar faces Martell Bivings in Michigan 13th Congressional District election
Thanedar, the first-term representative and millionaire entrepreneur, won a contested primary to face Martell Bivings in the general election for the heavily Democratic district.
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In Michigan, JD Vance knocks Kamala Harris on economy: ‘Are you better off?’
Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance was back in Michigan this week, hammering Vice President Kamala Harris on the economy, inflation and more.
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Michigan touts 'free pre-K for all.' It's more complicated than that
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says Michigan is providing ‘access to free pre-K for every 4-year-old.’ But less than half of eligible kids are expected to enroll.