Military voters can use a new online portal to submit their ballots, but others living overseas still have to use the mail.
Michigan launches electronic ballot portal for overseas military voters
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Michigan chronic absenteeism inches down but remains higher than pre-pandemic
More than 1 in 4 students are chronically absent across the state. School leaders told researchers that absenteeism was a top priority in 2024-2025 school year.
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Michigan earmarks face scrutiny as judge reviews millions for ballparks
A Michigan judge is considering whether taxpayer funded earmarks, which have totaled over $1 billion in recent years, violate the state Constitution.
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Wayne State President Kimberly Andrews Espy resigns after 2 years at helm
The Detroit university’s Board of Governors is expected to meet on Wednesday to accept the resignation, consider next steps.
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New state superintendent Glenn Maleyko set to start in December
The Michigan Department of Education will soon have a new leader. Glenn Maleyko will be paid $272,000 annually and start in December.
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Northern Lights have been dancing in Michigan. Will the show continue?
The northern lights have been visible in Michigan since Sunday and may return this week in the northern Lower and Upper Peninsulas. Forecasters say best viewing is after 10 p.m., with conditions tracked through NOAA and aurora apps.
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In Battle Creek, Burmese refugees fleeing genocide confront new fears in US
A federal travel ban has many of the thousands of Burmese refugees living in Battle Creek worried about their friends and loved ones still overseas.
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Gretchen Whitmer warns Michigan: ‘Undeniable signs of an ailing economy’
Tariffs are hurting Michigan, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer argued Tuesday, urging lawmakers to ‘protect Michiganders from further disruption’ by avoiding a government shutdown.
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Vice President JD Vance returning to Michigan to tout tax cuts
Vice President JD Vance is expected to deliver a speech Wednesday in Howell.
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‘I am Charlie Kirk’: Michigan Republicans rally for slain activist
Charlie Kirk supporters rallied Monday at the Michigan Capitol, honoring the assassinated activist and declaring, ‘We are all Charlie Kirk now.’