Getting a good deal is more important than a fast deal for our Michigan children in the upcoming state budget.
Opinion | Michigan lawmakers should take time to craft the best school aid deal
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan petition summer: What to know about voting, tax, wage proposals before you sign
From ranked choice voting to a ‘tax the rich’ plan, Michigan voters could soon be asked to sign at least six petitions for potential 2026 ballot proposals. Here’s what you need to know.
Posted inBusiness Watch
A year after $500M grant to shift Lansing plant to EVs, GM mum on plans
EVs were planned for Lansing’s oldest General Motors factory, but will market moves and federal policy change that? GM won’t say.
Posted inMichigan Government
Records: Secret security plan for Michigan Capitol to cost $2M, replace bulletproof windows
Records obtained through the Freedom of Information Act show a secret security upgrade at the Michigan Capitol will cost $2 million and include replacement of ballistics windows for the governor’s ceremonial office.
Posted inThe Center for Michigan
Bridge Michigan News Quiz: June 27, 2025: Prove your smarts. Be a hero
Make your kids proud. Answer these questions about the week that was in Michigan
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Great Lakes scientists discover new lifeform microbe, name it ShipGoo1
Researchers at the University of Minnesota Duluth found the previously-undiscovered microorganisms hiding in the tar-like goo oozing out of a research vessel’s rudder shaft.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Ten months later, McLaren reveals 740,000 impacted by ransomware attack
The hospital system’s August 2024 data breach caused delays for critical medical services. Patients are encouraged to monitor and review their financial statements and insurance claims.
Posted inOutdoors Life
Wake boats make big waves, bigger clashes on Michigan lakes. Time for limits?
High-powered boats designed to create big waves are dividing watersports fans and lakefront residents angry about property damage and erosion. A battle is brewing over whether to regulate them.
Posted inMichigan Government
Slotkin pitches ‘economic war plan’ for Democrats to play ‘offense’ against Trump
Michigan’s newest US Senator is urging her party to take a new approach to President Donald Trump and refocus on middle class voters.
Posted inMichigan Government
GOP leader: Bump stock, ghost gun bans ‘dead on arrival’ in Michigan House
Michigan’s Democratic-led Senate approved bills to crack down on untraceable guns and bump stock attachments. The plans will go nowhere in the Michigan House, says Republican Speaker Matt Hall.