News History & Fun in Michigan
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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.
Michigan will experience mild weather today, but rain and potential thunderstorms are forecast for Friday, with widespread precipitation expected. Cooler temperatures are anticipated this weekend, leading to clearer skies by Saturday and Sunday, despite below-average temperatures.
Michigan’s House Oversight Committee subpoenaed Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson for election training materials due to transparency issues. The request follows concerns over election law changes and lack of communication, highlighting ongoing political tensions surrounding election integrity in the state.
The Barry-Eaton Health Department warns the public of a potential measles alert due to exposure linked to two mid-April dining locations, as a case investigation is underway. Measles Alert Exposure Warning in Michigan Prompts Call for Public Action LANSING, MI – …
House Bill 4342, introduced by Rep. James DeSana, aims to prohibit Michigan municipalities from adopting sanctuary policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. The bill includes potential funding penalties for noncompliance, stirring significant debate over local autonomy and public safety.
After March’s brutal ice storm, Rep. Cam Cavitt proposes a one-year reprieve from school day requirements to ease burdens on hard-hit communities. Snow Day Forgiveness Bill Offers Relief for Storm-Impacted School Districts LANSING, MI – State Rep. Cam Cavitt (R-Cheboygan) has …
Rep. Jennifer Wortz’s proposal would allow homeschooled students in Michigan to take core academic courses at local public schools with state support. Homeschool Access Proposal Would Repeal Ban on Core Class Enrollment LANSING, MI – State Representative Jennifer Wortz (R-Quincy) has …
Attorney General Dana Nessel launches a public tracker spotlighting federal actions under Trump and their legal implications for Michigan residents. Federal Actions Tracker Raises Stakes for Trump-era Legal Challenges LANSING, MI – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is escalating her efforts …
CAN Council’s GolfSit fundraiser tees off again in Bad Axe to raise funds for critical child abuse prevention and advocacy programs in Huron County. CAN Council GolfSit Fundraiser Tees Off for a Cause BAD AXE, MI – The CAN Council GolfSit …
