Federal aid is just starting to trickle in from April flooding, but the toll is adding up. One school district is losing students because a washed-out bridge created bus detours, while Manistee County worries about costs.
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Amid ‘mass proliferation,’ Flock cameras emerge as key issue in Michigan election
As public concern around the use of automated license plate readers and data privacy grows, Michigan political candidates from both major parties are proposing guardrails or more.
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Michigan expands EV infrastructure, but access remains unequal, study finds
Michigan is actively expanding electric vehicle infrastructure and promoting the transition to electric transportation, but researches say the presence of charging stations doesn’t necessarily mean all residents can benefit equally from EVs.
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As Michigan rolls out automated traffic tickets, new law blocks driver points
Michigan school districts are outfitting buses with cameras, and the state is developing technology to ticket speeders in construction zones. A new law ensures drivers won’t get points on their license as a result.
Posted inQuality of Life
What to know before walking across the Gordie Howe Bridge
Here’s what to know about accessing the path, required travel documents, hours of operation, accessibility rules and what to expect during the first few days of service.
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Michigan’s next new license plate will raise funds for animal welfare
Michigan drivers will soon be able to purchase a new specialty license plate that supports animal shelters. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed enabling legislation Tuesday.
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Gordie Howe bridge opens to traffic, even as trade dispute tests US-Canada ties
Traffic began flowing Monday across a new bridge over the Detroit River that will serve as a critical route for trade, jobs and tourism between Canada and the US.
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Canada celebrates Gordie Howe bridge opening — without Michigan — amid tariff riff
Canadian officials celebrated the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, honoring the Detroit Red Wings legend and marking the completion of a project more than two decades in the making.
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Fact check: John James ‘kill switch’ claims rile Michigan governor’s race
In a new ad, Republican gubernatorial hopeful Perry Johnson claims rival John James supported a vehicle ‘kill switch mandate.’ His voting record is complicated. Here are the facts.
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Gordie Howe International Bridge poised to open between Canada, Michigan
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Gordie Howe International Bridge is set to take place Friday while the bridge itself is expected to open to traffic later this month.