Bipartisan deal would raise Michigan’s minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2027 but preserve a lower tipped credit for restaurant workers. It depends on a separate deal over paid sick days – which lawmakers have not yet agreed to.
Amid bitter battles over putting renewable energy on undeveloped land, some see parking lots as an appealing alternative. But be prepared for costs to double.
The World Ice Fishing Championship is this weekend on Tamarack Lake in west Michigan. The top prize may be gold, but organizers also hope to lure the interest of Olympics decision makers.
The Feb. 26 Lunch Break will feature reporters Ron French and Lauren Gibbons talking with deputy editor Jonathan Oosting discussing how President Trump’s policies are impacting Michigan in the first few weeks of his presidency.
Both hires are intended to beef up coverage of underserved areas and topics. Newsletter launches are planned in the next few months, following a period of big growth at Bridge.