Gun violence is a ‘public health crisis’ that warrants significant policy changes, said the head of a task force appointed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Michigan gun task force: Ban assault weapons, raise minimum buying age
Posted inBusiness Watch
Michigan stores offer Thanksgiving savings despite paying more for turkeys
Bird flu and another disease have shrunk the US turkey population to a 40-year low this year. Wholesale turkey prices are expected to be up more than 40% as a result. But many grocers are offering discounted or even free turkeys to get customers in the door.
Posted inMichigan Government
Questions surround GOP ask for ‘comprehensive oversight’ of Michigan election
Michigan Republicans requested the US Department of Justice for ‘comprehensive oversight’ of Michigan’s 2026 election. What does that mean?
Posted inQuality of Life
In world of AI, Michigan State University Extension bets on human expertise
For 118 years, Michigan State University Extension has existed to serve the public with programs ranging from canning classes to soil testing and financial literacy workshops. Now, it aims to bill itself as an antidote to online misinformation.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Feds eye new option for Michigan Line 5: No concrete tunnel, horizontal drilling
As it weighs the fate of Line 5, the US Army Corps of Engineers is quietly pitching a major alternative: Rather than moving the pipeline into a concrete tunnel, Enbridge could use ‘horizontal directional drilling’ to place it into a much narrower borehole.
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Michigan Republicans: ‘Immediately reinstate’ ban on mail-order abortion pills
Congressional Republicans in Michigan and other states are urging the Trump administration to stop allowing abortion-inducing medication by mail.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | A big victory to protect Michigan from factory farm pollution
Michigan’s permit sets an example for the nation. It’s important to congratulate the state leaders who did the right thing.
Posted inMichigan Government
Lions’ Sam LaPorta pushing to limit dog experimentation in Michigan
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is among a growing list of celebrities backing legislation to end painful testing on dogs in Michigan.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Michigan: We can’t afford to look for all PFAS. Homeowners on their own
State PFAS officials say it’d cost too much money to test enough to determine the culprit behind some contamination sites. When that happens, the state struggles to find how widespread the contamination is and can’t force anyone to pay for cleanup.
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Expect busy Michigan roads for Thanksgiving. Record travel predicted
Michigan is expected to see record Thanksgiving travel again this year, with most residents choosing to drive amid ongoing flight concerns. Officials are urging caution around cyber scams, gas costs and peak traffic.