The state’s hourly minimum wage rose above $10 this week, but could spike to $13 as soon as February — depending on how an appeals court rules. The stakes are high. Bridge breaks down what comes next.
Yue Stella Yu
Stella Yu is a former capitol reporter for Bridge Michigan.
Posted inMichigan Government
New Ottawa County board ends racial diversity office, hires Trump favorite
Grassroots conservatives backed by the group Ottawa Impact have replaced traditional Republicans on the board and wasted no time Tuesday also replacing the public health officer, counsel and even the county’s motto.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Here’s where to get free COVID test, treatment before holidays
The so-called ‘tripledemic’ is prompting a whole host of health concerns as the holidays near. Here’s how to prepare.
Posted inTalent & Education
Judge: Teachers aren’t subject to Michigan records law
A judge sides with Rochester Community Schools District in a case that involved materials for an ethnic and gender studies course but could have broader implications.
Posted inMichigan Government
Dana Nessel to Michigan Democrats: Ban concealed guns at state Capitol
Open firearms are already barred. Now, the Democratic attorney general wants to go further and pass a complete ban on guns.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan Democrats to tackle Right-to-Work. Unions are a top donor.
Labor unions have pushed to repeal Michigan’s Right-to-Work law for nearly a decade. In 2022, they gave millions of dollars to Democrats who now have the power to make it happen.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan gun reform: Democrats may pursue universal background checks. What research says
Research has shown universal background checks can reduce gun violence, but there is no consensus on how well they work.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan gun reform: Democrats may pursue red-flag laws. What research says
Nineteen states and Washington, D.C., have laws that allow a judge to order temporary removal of someone’s gun if the judge believes they would use it to hurt others or themselves.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan gun reform: Democrats may consider safe storage laws. What research says
Laws typically require gun owners who live with minors to keep weapons in a secure location. Research is mixed on the impact of the laws.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Michigan Democrats eye other abortion law changes as Prop 3 set to take effect
Proponents of a Michigan constitutional protections for abortion vowed existing limits remain in place. That doesn’t preclude a Democrat-led Legislature from eventually changing them.