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.
Michigan tax capture law spurs new affordable housing. The cost? $144,000 per unit
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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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Opinion | Michigan’s next superintendent must be a bold, collaborative reformer
Launch Michigan board says the next leader ‘must unite Michigan’s often-divided interests to pursue a shared agenda: higher standards, greater equity and student success.’
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Perseid meteor shower returns to Michigan skies. Where and when to watch
The Perseid meteor shower is here, and the moon cycle means this week may be the best time to view the celestial show in Michigan.
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Opinion | Tackle falsehoods about vaccines to preserve our freedom from disease
We Michiganders maintain a strong legacy of enterprise, community and public health. Michiganders deserve fact-based vaccine recommendations rooted in scientific integrity.
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Michigan hikes camping fees. What to know about new prices
Starting Tuesday, camping and lodging fees at Michigan state parks will increase. Some parks are also fully or partially closed for maintenance this summer.
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Father-son duo joins 228 paddlers in epic 120-mile Au Sable River race
This year’s Au Sable River Canoe Marathon featured a record 230 paddlers from 21 states and four countries racing overnight from Grayling to Oscoda.
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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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Opinion | Don’t let Consumers Energy sell out Michigan rivers and communities
Removing the dams could create one of the greatest networks of free-flowing natural rivers in the United States, but Consumers Energy plans to sell the dams. Michigan should not let that happen.