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Posted inMichigan Health Watch
U-M study: Marijuana vapes increasingly popular among teens
Marijuana vaping is becoming more popular among Michigan teens, according to new University of Michigan survey data. That’s raised health concerns and pushed schools to seek stricter policies.
Posted inMichigan Government
Whitmer, legislative leaders: Michigan budget deal will avert government shutdown
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, House and Senate leaders say they’ve reached agreement to pass a state budget, boost road funding and avoid a government shutdown next week.
Posted inMichigan Government
Pot for potholes: Michigan House OKs marijuana tax to raise $420M for roads
The Michigan House approved a new 24% wholesale tax on marijuana projected to raise $420M a year for road construction and repairs.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
What’s happening with Legionnaires’ disease in Michigan
Michigan has reported 34 cases of legionellosis in the last four weeks. Here’s what you need to know about the disease.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | Lawmakers must prioritize free, fair and secure elections
Clerks know what the voters in their communities need for secure, fair and accurate elections. Let’s make sure they don’t have to jump through additional government hoops, get tangled in red tape or have to beg bureaucrats for funding.
Posted inTalent & Education
Case may decide if Michigan schools must tell parents of kids’ gender identity
A federal lawsuit challenges Rockford schools’ decision to call a child by a different name and pronouns without telling parents. That may have violated the couple’s constitutional rights, a judge ruled last week.
Posted inMichigan Government
Department of Justice sues Michigan for more voter records
Some states submitted a limited data set, excluding sensitive personal information, but Justice Department is demanding more.
Posted inBusiness Watch, Michigan Government
Whitmer biz incentives may face chopping block as part of Michigan budget deal
Michigan funding for Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s signature business incentive program would be eliminated and redirect to roads under a new plan from legislators attempting to avoid a state government shutdown.
Posted inEvents, Talent & Education
Watch Bridge Lunch Break discussion on Michigan’s education crisis
Bridge Michigan education reporter Isabel Lohman led a virtual panel discussion about what can be done to improve education in the state. Watch a recap here.