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Senator raises concerns over constitutionality of Whitmer’s new education department

Last year, MiLeap was not ripe for constitutional review. Now it could be Read more

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Pandemic response drove increase in government assistance in Michigan

One-third of the state is on government assistance. COVID-19 response was the dividing line Read more

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One-third of Michigan residents receive government assistance

Number has grown 30% since Whitmer took office Read more

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After decade-long saga, Wayne County to move to new jail

Wayne County went $100 million over budget, even more than the Fail Jail Read more

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Court halts demolition of Roosevelt School

Sixth Circuit Court issues temporary restraining order to stop district from tearing down historic school building Read more

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Dearborn school contract appears to ignore Supreme Court ruling

Contract implies teachers must pay union dues or fees Read more

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Whitmer calls for 28% cut to Office of Auditor General

Oversight, $38B in federal funds at risk, auditor warns legislative leaders Read more

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Fox2 Detroit misstates impact of declining school enrollment

Some Michigan schools have larger payrolls than current conditions allow Read more

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Flint teachers union holds illegal teacher strike

‘Unexpected closure’ as 119 teachers call in sick, district says Read more

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Nessel says her energy advocacy saved $3B in 2023

Attorney General neglects to mention her push to shut down the Line 5 pipeline Read more

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Lansing’s $402M pension problem could become ours

City’s unfunded pension debt continues to grow, even with state help Read more

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Appeals Court: Michigan income tax cut is event-driven, not permanent

Mackinac Center appeal to state Supreme Court likely Read more

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In Ottawa County, vote against DEI puts Latina commissioner in recall jeopardy

Undergirding the recall effort: Opponents see Lucy Ebel as vulnerable Read more

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West Michigan security guards push back against forced union dues

Workers pursue deauthorization vote Read more

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City’s deal with developer violates Michigan Constitution

Muskegon officials showed bad faith in selling waterfront property to developer for $2, judge rules Read more

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Whitmer axes Environmental Rules Review Committee

Snyder-era committee was designed as a check on state regulators Read more

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Feds fund 98% of the Office of Global Michigan

Money and ideas driving refugee resettlement in Michigan come from Washington Read more

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Whitmer supports opt-out system for state park passes

Only 36% of vehicle owners in Michigan buy $10 park passes. So lawmakers want to make it mandatory. Read more

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Michigan LGBTQ+ commission’s first act is to condemn congressman

The group, meant to develop policies for state government, takes on federal official for months-old remarks Read more

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Right-to-work no longer rules in private sector

Agency fees still apply; public sector workers still have right-to-work Read more

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UAW to invest $40M to expand footprint to South

Autoworkers union looks beyond Big Three for growth Read more

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Michigan Senators: Factor $700M tax cut into 2025 budget

Mackinac Center lawsuit will soon have its day in appeals court Read more

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Slippery slope: State board members warn against homeschool registry

Two members offer pushback at plan, warn of unstated dangers Read more

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Michigan’s new growth plan: Open homes to refugees

Sponsors are expected to help refugees find housing, jobs and schooling Read more

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After UAW strike, Ford promises equal and opposite reaction

2023 strike was a watershed moment, automaker says Read more

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