Bridge grilled two researchers on opposite sides of the prevailing wage debate on how its repeal will impact Michigan’s economy and skilled workers
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Covering the intersection of business and policy, and informing Michigan employers and workers on the long road back from coronavirus. Our Michigan Economic Dashboard shows key metrics that show how the state is performing.
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What urban revival? In Michigan, residents still flock to suburbs
Heard about how Millennials are going to save cities? More are moving to the suburbs, which fuel population growth throughout Michigan.
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Ballot efforts to raise minimum wage, add paid sick leave beat state deadline
Backers of the measures submitted statewide signatures gathered and now must wait to see if their signatures are approved to appear on the November ballot
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Extra! Extra! costs: Michigan newspapers pinched by newsprint tariffs
A steep import tax on Canadian newsprint could trigger fresh staff cuts, page cuts or worse at Michigan’s community newspapers, publishers warn.
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Property values roar back in Michigan, but many communities left behind
Tight tax laws put a crimp on Michigan municipalities even as property values finally climb.
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Check out property values in your Michigan community (map)
Use this map and database to explore changes in market values in communities throughout Michigan from 2014-2017.
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Jobs are plentiful and wages are booming in Michigan. No … really.
By definition, Michigan is at full employment. But job growth remains a key election issue and uncertain remains.
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See what jobs are paying in your Michigan region
Not all jobs are created equal in Michigan. Use this interactive graphic to explore what the growth of jobs, by pay, throughout the state.
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Michigan’s economy is bigger than ever. Now is the time to diversify
The long nightmare is over. Michigan is outpacing the nation in growth. But experts say changes still are necessary to avert a deep plunge for the inevitable next recession.
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See what industries are fueling economy in your Michigan area
Curious about job and economic growth in your areas? (Note: The data on GDP is only available by metropolitan regions. There are none north of Midland in Michigan) Click on a region to see more information