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Attorney General Dana Nessel successfully reduced DTE Electric’s proposed rate hike by 52%, saving Michigan residents nearly $240 million. The Michigan Public Service Commission approved a $217.4 million increase, addressing public concerns about rising utility costs and executive spending.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has announced her candidacy for governor in 2026, emphasizing fairness, transparency, and opportunity. She aims to rebuild trust in government while advocating for affordable healthcare, reproductive freedom, and improved public education amid a divided political landscape.
Michigan legislation aims to ease economic pressures on farmers and consumers by rolling back cage-free egg requirements. Theis Pushes to Repeal Cage-Free Egg Mandates Amid Rising Prices LANSING, Mich. — Senator Lana Theis (R-Brighton) introduced legislation on Thursday to repeal Michigan’s …
Michigan Democrats criticize Speaker Matt Hall for expanding the House Oversight Committee, alleging misuse of taxpayer dollars for partisan motives. They claim this move is politically motivated and hinders progress, calling for genuine accountability and transparency in governance.
The Momnibus bill package, reintroduced by Michigan Senators, addresses racial inequities in maternal healthcare, aiming to improve outcomes for mothers and babies, particularly in Black communities. It proposes various measures to enhance equitable care and support maternal health services.
Gun Lake Tribe plans to reopen the beloved fast food chain, starting with Wayland and Alpena. A Beloved Brand Returns to West Michigan Hot ‘n Now, a fast-food chain once synonymous with affordability and convenience, is making a comeback in West …
Representatives Dingell and Fitzpatrick have reintroduced the Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act to include hearing aids in Medicare benefits. This bipartisan effort aims to reduce financial barriers, improve seniors’ quality of life, and address significant health risks related to untreated hearing loss.
A 25-year-old rape case in Michigan has been resolved as Kurt Rillema was sentenced to 10-15 years for his role in the assault, utilizing advanced DNA genealogy that linked him to the crime, showcasing the power of modern forensic science.
Michigan lawmakers are advancing bills that threaten minimum wage and paid sick leave protections for 1.5 million workers. Critics warn these changes could harm public health and exacerbate economic instability, prompting widespread opposition and calls to uphold existing worker protections.
Author and local historian Mark Putman takes a journey back to the 1800s, an era of the land speculation, logging, and development of Elkland Michigan, and Cass City
