Lansing-area economic development officials vowed radical transparency Tuesday as they announced plans to (maybe, possibly) develop a data center on a 423-acre site near Holt.
Amid furor over data center secrecy, Michigan developers try a new approach
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Michigan elections: Who’s running for attorney general, secretary of state?
Michigan voters will decide on Nov. 3 who they want as the next attorney general and secretary of state. These are the major candidates.
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Panel: Michigan healthcare costs are rising, complicated, but still fixable
A doctor, two researchers and a hospital leader sat down to untangle the complexities of soaring healthcare costs at the inaugural Bridge Michigan Issues Summit. The conclusion: Michigan can do this.
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What to know about voting in Michigan’s Nov. 3 election
Voting is well underway in Michigan, which will elect a new US senator, governor and other key positions. Here’s what to know about voting rules, top races and key issues.
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Bernie Sanders in Michigan MAGA-land: Dems, GOP seek votes in unfamiliar areas
Bernie Sanders stumped for Abdul El-Sayed in deep-red Alpena, while Republicans seek inroads in true-blue Detroit. In a super-tight election, a few votes could make a big difference.
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Issues Watch returns Nov. 4 to discuss Michigan’s midterm election results
Join Bridge Michigan’s Capitol and data reporters on Nov. 4 at noon for a free virtual discussion of Michigan’s midterm election results.
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Experts predict more Michigan data center regulations amid public pushback
During a panel discussion at the Bridge Michigan Issues Summit, experts discussed the tradeoffs between revenue from multi-billion dollar computing investments and impacts to air, water and land.
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Fact check: Mike Rogers faces voter suppression claims over Detroit comments
GOP US Senate candidate Mike Rogers suggested using off-duty police officers as poll watchers in Detroit. Democrats contend that would be voter intimidation.
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Michigan Proposal 1 and 2: What to know about statewide ballot measures
There are two statewide proposals on Michigan’s Nov. 3 ballot. What are they, and what would happen if they’re approved?
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These Michigan races could help decide control of Congress
With control of the US House at stake, several ‘toss up’ Michigan districts could play a pivotal role.
