Michigan House Advances Bipartisan Wage, Sick Leave Fixes – Tipped-Wage Workers Get Legislative Lifeline

Legislative action aims to protect tipped-wage workers, small businesses, and young employees in Michigan. Legislation Targets Supreme Court Ruling Fallout The Michigan House Select Committee on Protecting Michigan Employees and Small Businesses has advanced two bipartisan bills to address tipped-wage and …

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Whitmer’s Vision for Michigan: Fix Roads, Save Auto Jobs

Governor Whitmer’s “Road Ahead Address” at the Detroit Auto Show focused on Michigan’s economic future, emphasizing bipartisan efforts to support the auto industry, improve infrastructure, and create high-paying jobs. She outlined key initiatives and highlighted the importance of collaboration with Canada amid global competition and proposed tariffs.

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How Michigan Clean Energy Projects Are Transforming State’s Economy—One Town at a Time!

Consumers Energy’s renewable energy initiatives in Michigan generated $13.6 million in property tax revenue in 2024, supporting local services like schools and roads. The company’s expansion plans include six additional clean energy projects, bolstering economic growth and advancing Michigan’s clean energy goals while ensuring community benefits.

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Michigan man gets 10 years in $2M elderly international fraud scheme, sentences delivered

Three individuals were sentenced for defrauding elderly victims through a large-scale international scheme that exploited over $2 million via wire and mail fraud. Principal defendant Fatai Okunola received 121 months in prison, while two accomplices received shorter sentences and ordered restitution for their roles in the conspiracy.

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Western Great Lakes Gray Wolf Petitions Denied by Federal Wildlife Agency

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has denied petitions to revise the endangered status of gray wolves in the Western Great Lakes, citing insufficient scientific evidence. While the population has increased, the agency emphasized the need for robust data before potential reclassification or delisting actions.

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Honor A Past President or Please A New One – Senator Runestad Wants Whitmer To Raise Flag On Inauguration Day

Sen. Jim Runestad has urged Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to raise Michigan flags to full-staff on Jan. 20 for Trump’s inauguration, conflicting with a nationwide tribute to the late Jimmy Carter. This request highlights deep political divides and has sparked mixed reactions amid ongoing debates about respect and partisanship.

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