St. Clair County plans to appeal a judge’s decision striking down the county’s attempt to use health policies as a way to regulate large-scale renewable and battery storage projects.
Michigan county’s argument against solar farms? They’re a health hazard
Posted inQuality of Life
Golden goals: How Michigan athletes fared at the Winter Olympics
Eleven Michigan athletes have won gold medals at the Winter Olympics. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer was there to celebrate.
Posted inTalent & Education
Michigan high school graduation rate reaches a high. Look up your school
The state’s four-year graduation rate is at a new high. Meanwhile, the drop out rate is down.
Posted inThe Center for Michigan
Bridge Michigan News Quiz, Feb 20: Feelin’ lucky, punks?
You need to ask yourself one question: Can you answer these 10 questions about the week in news in Michigan?
Posted inMichigan Government
Trump vows temporary 10% global tariff after justices nix earlier effort
The Supreme Court has struck down President Donald Trump’s far-reaching global tariffs, a decision with major implications for Michigan.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Two projects at U-M Sparrow to expand psychiatric health services, surgery beds
The projects, estimated to cost nearly $150 million, will include a new psychiatric hospital offering in-patient care for children and adolescents for the Lansing region and partial hospitalization programs.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
‘Green Houses’ offer cozier alternative to Michigan nursing homes
Two programs are helping older Detroit area residents avoid nursing homes, improving care and potentially saving tax dollars.
So why aren’t there more of them?
Posted inMichigan Government
Matt Hall pitches $4B Michigan tax overhaul, $1B energy bill savings
Republican House Speaker Matt Hall is proposing a major tax overhaul he says should amount to a net cut for Michiganders and reduce energy bills.
Posted inMichigan Government
Jocelyn Benson wants to bring high-speed rail to Michigan. What would it take?
In her bid for governor, Democrat Jocelyn Benson says she wants to build a high-speed rail network between Michigan’s largest cities.
Posted inTalent & Education
Mott College trustees postpone action on alleged ‘proselytizing’ by president
Trustees of Mott Community College in Flint held a special meeting to discuss a complaint that the college’s president engaged in ‘religious proselytizing.’