Call it ‘payback’ or politics as usual, but campaign records show that labor groups increased donations to Democrats this spring as they advanced a host of pro-union laws.
Yue Stella Yu
Stella Yu is a former capitol reporter for Bridge Michigan.
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MSU shooting 911 calls: McRae spotted in minutes; false tips prolonged ordeal
Newly released dispatch records show multiple callers offered a description of the gunman soon after shooting. A deluge of tips about everything from suspicious trucks to loud sounds may have diverted police.
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Michigan State shooting update: John Hao attends 76ers game as guest of star James Harden
The latest reliable news about the Feb. 13 shooting that killed three students and injured five others before the suspected gunman killed himself.
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Michigan Senate passes sexual assault reform six years after Nassar conviction
A bipartisan package would enhance penalties for those who sexually abuse patients in medical settings.
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Michigan poised to ban employers from firing workers for having abortions
Legislation would also bar employers from other discrimination, such as discipline or denying promotions or benefits due to abortion. Republicans argue the bill infringes upon religious freedom.
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Michigan House OKs ban on holding phones; violators face fines of $100 and up
A measure requiring motorists to use hands-free devices clears after language is removed that would have allowed for 90-day license suspensions.
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Michigan doles out millions in secret. Bills to change that may be tough sell
Lawmakers last year allocated $1 billion in ‘pork’ projects with little scrutiny. Republicans, Democrats spar over who is to blame, and change may not be coming soon.
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New Michigan bills could give sexual abuse survivors more time to sue
A nine-bill package introduced Thursday would extend the statute of limitations for sexual assault survivors to take legal action. They would be able to sue until they turn 52 and have two years to consider lawsuits even after the statute of limitations expires.
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Michigan Democrats eye hate crime reform, look to add LGBTQ protections
A trio of Democratic lawmakers are seeking to update the state’s anti-hate crime law with an expanded definition of hate crime and enhanced penalties. The law has not been updated since its establishment in 1988.
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Michigan floats balloon release ban: Pollution prevention or party pooping?
Balloon debris kills birds and befouls lakes. Are $800 fines the answer?