Mayor Mike Duggan says Trump is not focused on Detroit crime or immigration because the city is working with his administration.
Why Trump isn’t sending troops to Detroit, yet
Posted inOutdoors Life
Michiganders battle boxwood pests ravaging shrubs
The invasive boxwood leafminer is damaging shrubs across Michigan, and a new moth poses another threat. Experts warn infestations can spread quickly. Some severe cases may require removing entire plants.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan Republican dies hours after beating false elector charges. Case took a ‘toll’
John Haggard suffered a stroke and died hours after learning a judge dismissed charges against him in Michigan’s so-called fake electors case. The prosecution ‘never should have happened,’ his wife said.
Posted inTalent & Education
Board names interim state superintendent as Maleyko contract talks continue
As State Superintendent Michael Rice gets closer to retirement and contract talks continue with his successor, the State Board of Education makes a contingency plan.
Posted inMichigan Government
Democrats, Republicans take fight over blocked bills to Michigan Court of Appeals
The Michigan Court of Appeals heard heated arguments Tuesday after Senate Democrats sued House Republicans for not sending nine potential laws to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s desk for likely signature.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | Michigan needs to lead, not fall behind, on carbon capture safety
If Michigan chooses to move forward with carbon capture projects, it must do so with rigorous guardrails in place. Guardrails that prioritize public health, local input, and long-term environmental security.
Posted inMichigan Government
Fact check: Trump amplifies exaggerated Michigan ‘ghost employee’ claims
President Donald Trump is spreading an exaggerated version of state workforce claims by Michigan House Republicans. Here are the facts.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Consumers picks private equity fund to buy Michigan dams for $1 apiece
The deal allows Consumers to shed the last of its inventory of dams, which once numbered nearly 100. Buyer Confluence Hydro LLC plans to sell electricity back to the utility.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan false electors case dismissed, Nessel not ruling out appeal
A Lansing judge dismissed felony charges against 15 Michigan Republicans who had been charged in a so-called false electors scheme following the 2020 presidential election.
Posted inTalent & Education
Trump’s ed secretary in Michigan: States should embrace private school scholarships
In a day-long tour in Michigan, Education Secretary Linda McMahon promoted school choice and harshly criticized US colleges.