Christopher Schurr fatally shot the Congolese immigrant in the back of the head after a tumultuous traffic stop. Schurr’s trial ended with a hung jury.
Michigan Government
Citizens cannot do their job of running their government if they don’t know what their public servants are doing.
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Lawsuit: Michigan lawmaker pet project grants violate constitution
Michigan legislators have approved over $3 billion in special grants in the last three years. A new lawsuit claims some grants are illegally directed to specific communities or private groups.
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In ‘major setback’ for Michigan arts, Trump terminates federal grants
Because of major cuts at the National Endowment for the Arts, Michigan organizations are losing most of the $3 million in grants they’d been awarded. Among them: A studio for artists with disabilities.
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Gretchen Whitmer’s big goal: A Michigan chip plant before she leaves office
Speaking in Flint near a potential megasite, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says she wants Michigan to land a major semiconductor fabricator facility before term limits force her out of office at the end of 2026.
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US Supreme Court rejects Michigan GOP bid to overturn new voting rules
The federal suit from Michigan Republicans sought to overturn election rules enacted through statewide ballot initiatives. An attorney says they’re not done trying.
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Michigan Senate: Give sexual assault survivors more time to sue
Any survivor of sexual abuse would have one year to file a lawsuit if a plan approved by the Michigan Senate becomes law — no matter when the abuse occurred. Alleged victims would then have until the age of 42.
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‘Outstanding toll’ text? Nessel warns about toll payment texting scam
The latest widespread scam to try to steal your credit card information suggests you owe a toll.
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Michigan SOS Jocelyn Benson violated campaign finance law — but won’t be punished
Jocelyn Benson violated state law when she moved her gubernatorial campaign press conference into a Secretary of State building, according to Attorney General Dana Nessel, a fellow Democrat.
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As lawmakers prep budget, economists warn tariffs may cost Michigan 13,000 jobs
Experts: Michigan may lose 13,000 jobs due to tariffs, lawmakers will have $456 million less than expected for state budget.
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Matt Hall storms Lansing: Insulting, unapologetic and 'winning every week'
Proponents and detractors alike call him “Trumpy.” Meet House Speaker Matt Hall, the controversial new power player shaking up the Michigan Capitol.