Some low-income households will see a loss of more than $500 in monthly benefits beginning March 1.
Yue Stella Yu
Stella Yu is a former capitol reporter for Bridge Michigan.
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Michigan State students demand tougher security at emotional town hall
At a town hall meeting on campus Tuesday night, Michigan State students had their first public opportunity to directly address university leaders about the deadly mass shooting Feb. 13. They pushed for restricted access to buildings and more flexibility from professors.
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Michigan Democrats move to tighten gun rules after MSU shootings
Universal background checks, safe storage and red flag laws are introduced, following Monday’s mass shooting in East Lansing.
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Ex-prosecutor defends gun plea deal in Michigan State shooter case
Former prosecutor says plea bargains are common practice adding, ‘Most people charged with carrying a weapon don’t go on to commit murder.’
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Michigan State shooting: Anthony McRae had guns charge, mental health problems
The alleged gunman is a 43-year-old who faced a felony gun charge that could have led to a lifetime bam on possessing a firearm if he was convicted. He was allowed to plead to a misdemeanor.
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Campaign donors love a winner, dump Michigan GOP for Democrats after election
The big money in Michigan went to Democrats after they gained control of the Legislature, while the GOP’s streak of money troubles is continuing, records show.
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Tax rebates planned by Gretchen Whitmer, Democrats as part of relief package
Governor and Democratic legislative leaders say ‘inflation relief checks’ could be coming soon to all Michigan taxpayers. Whitmer also plans to expand Earned Income Tax Credit.
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Michigan Democrats seek to codify LGBTQ civil-rights protections
Newly in power, Michigan Democrats are advancing a bill to protect against discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
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Michigan tax cut: Deal could emerge next week. It’s messy. What to know
A tax cut to benefit 1 million residents likely will be ironed out soon. Here’s what you need to know about who benefits and why some lawmakers are upset.
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Democrats win, GOP upset as Michigan votes to move up presidential primary
President Biden supports making Michigan one of the first states in the nation to host primaries. Republicans say doing so could hurt state delegates and is like ‘spitting in the face of half of the state.’