Need Addiction Help? Michigan’s New Locator Tool Can Guide You
Michigan has added a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) locator tool to the MI Bridges website, allowing residents to find treatment and recovery providers statewide.
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News and events of Michigan’s Upper Thumb that are worth knowing in the region.
Here are some of the top stories.
FDA Issues Urgent Recall for Popular Tuna Brands Over Deadly Botulism Concerns – Michigan Stores Affected
Consumers urged to check their pantry as Tri-Union Seafoods recalls canned tuna brands, including Genova®, Van Camp’s®, H-E-B, and Trader Joe’s®. Tuna Recall: Major Brands Pulled from Shelves Over Safety Fears A nationwide recall has been issued by Tri-Union Seafoods for …
Illinois Gov. Pritzker Renames Lake Michigan in Playful Jab at Trump’s Renaming Spree – Breaking Video
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker humorously renames Lake Michigan to Lake Illinois, mocks President Trump’s Gulf of America renaming, and claims Illinois will annex Green Bay for national security. He hints at future geographic changes, highlighting political satire amidst federal tensions.
MSP Aviation Tracks and Assists in Arrest of Members Involved With Flint Gang Shooting – Video
MSP Aviation’s Trooper 3 assisted Flint Police in apprehending four gang members involved in a drive-by shooting on February 4, 2025. Aerial surveillance helped track the suspects, leading to their arrest and recovery of firearms, ensuring community safety.
Project 2025 Architect Russell Vought Takes Over Federal Budget Office – Michigan Dems Warn of Severe Consequences
The Michigan Democratic Party condemns the Senate’s confirmation of Russell Vought as OMB Director, fearing threats to Social Security, Medicare, and economic stability. Vought’s association with Project 2025 raises concerns about funding cuts and increased extremism impacting citizens.
20 Michigan Towns Face First Amendment Violations Over Public Comment Rules
Free speech group FIRE warns 20 Michigan cities, including Grand Rapids and Saginaw, to amend unconstitutional public comment policies or risk legal action. FIRE Flags Michigan Cities for Violating First Amendment Rights DETROIT, MI – The Foundation for Individual Rights and …
Michigan Rep. Scholten Pushes CLEAR Act Bill to Hold Musk’s DOGE Accountable
Michigan Rep. Hillary Scholten has introduced the CLEAR Act to promote transparency in temporary agencies like DOGE, challenging Elon Musk’s influence in government contracts. The legislation aims to subject such agencies to FOIA standards, addressing public concerns over accountability.
Legislature Cracks Down on Michigan Sanctuary Cities with Sizable Funding Cuts
Michigan lawmakers have passed House Resolution 19, eliminating state funding for sanctuary cities that refuse to comply with federal immigration enforcement. This action aims to penalize municipalities for non-cooperation, sparking debate over local governance and immigrant community trust.