In Grand Rapids and across Michigan, a state law means thousands of voters are getting new precincts as more people vote early or absentee.
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Citizens cannot do their job of running their government if they don’t know what their public servants are doing.
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Michigan tax capture law spurs new affordable housing. The cost? $144,000 per unit
Michigan is giving developers $84 million in property tax rebates to build high-demand housing that includes at least some ‘affordable’ units. Critics question the value of the incentive, which will limit future tax revenues for schools.
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Coming soon to Michigan: Hundreds of affordable housing units. See where
A new Michigan tax capture law incentivized new housing construction, including 586 units for middle-income earners. See the 14 projects so far approved for $84 million in tax breaks.
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Terrorism, assault charges sought in Traverse City Walmart knife attack, police ID suspect
The attacker, identified as a 42-year-old Michigan resident, is in custody. He said ‘I don’t care. I don’t care’ as he stabbed people before he was tackled and subdued, witness says.
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In Michigan first, independent Mike Duggan leads governor fundraising race
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan reported $3.2 million in direct donations for his independent gubernatorial campaign, the most by any declared candidate. Democrat Jocelyn Benson and Republican John James report big numbers too.
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Subpoena targets Michigan AG Dana Nessel over stalled 'dark money' probe
Republican-led House panel questions why Michigan AG Dana Nessel’s office returned a criminal referral for a group accused of raising “dark money” funds for a ballot committee co-chaired by her wife.
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Feds seeks Michigan voter rolls in election list maintenance inquiry
The US Department of Justice is asking Michigan for a copy of its voter roll and other information to explain its high levels of voter registration. It’s the latest in a series of similar inquiries in other states.
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Ottawa County drops 'Where Freedom Rings' motto after pro-Trump majority loses power
One of Michigan’s fastest-growing counties is dropping “Where Freedom Rings” as its motto, less than a year after hard-right elected officials lost their majority on the governing board.
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Fact check: Trump makes progress on policy promises to Michigan. Will growth follow?
Trump’s policy ‘wins’ on taxes, trade, and immigration enforcement come amid rising global tensions and economic uncertainty. Can he deliver on the ‘Michigan miracle’ he promised?
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Whitmer breaks silence on $20M earmark probe, says she's 'very troubled' by allegations
In her first public comments on the investigation into a $20 million budget earmark awarded to one of her donors, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says anyone misusing state funds ‘should expect to be held accountable.’