The ruling affirms Adam Alharbi’s controversial and narrow victory in the race for mayor of Hamtramck but the legal wrangling may be far from over.
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Priced out, students in Kalamazoo struggle to stay housed
Kalamazoo is struggling to meet the housing demands of its growing student population. From rising rent, poor-quality options, to long commutes, affordable housing has become one of the most pressing challenges facing local college students.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | Michigan’s auto no-fault reforms are working and saving drivers money
These savings on auto insurance are a bright spot in the middle of a national affordability crisis, coming at a critical time for Michigan families and small businesses as they face rising costs for everything from groceries to health care.
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Opinion | Congress, don’t give us a lump of lost health care coal
Hardworking Americans need the system to work for them, too, and it shouldn’t require a lobbyist or big campaign contributions for Congress to do the right thing.
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Benton Harbor turns to virtual teachers amid shortage. Parents aren’t happy
All kids deserve a certified teacher, even if they are remote, Benton Harbor officials say. Some disagree.
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Eastern Michigan offers ‘big stress reliever’ for students: Help paying off loans
The sticker price of college can be overwhelming. A new program at Eastern Michigan University aims to help students worry less about paying back student loans.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan gets low marks for traffic safety laws in national report
Traffic deaths have jumped since the pandemic nationally, and even more so in Michigan.
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Michigan districts appeal after judge upholds restrictions on safety funds
To get state funds for safety and mental health, school districts must agree to waive their attorney-client privileges and comply with any state investigation if a mass-casualty event occurs on campus — or opt out by Dec. 30.
Posted inBusiness Watch
Michigan OKs $605M for Grand Rapids high rises, Kalamazoo courthouse rehab
The bulk of the subsidies are to a development near the Grand River led by members of the powerful DeVos and VanAndel families. Advocates say they’re an important project. One critic says the deal was rushed.
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Should ABA therapists be allowed in Michigan schools to aid kids with autism?
Should private behavioral technicians be allowed in the public school setting to help students with disabilities? Parents and advocates say yes.