News & Fun in Michigan
Attorney General Dana Nessel is urging regulators to slash DTE’s $574 million electric rate hike by nearly 75%, saying Michigan families shouldn’t shoulder the cost of corporate growth.
Michigan propane customers are urged to secure fixed-price contracts early to avoid higher winter heating costs. The Michigan Public Service Commission emphasizes the importance of locking in prices now to ensure supply and manage budgets effectively.
Michigan AG Dana Nessel challenges $436 million electric rate hike, calling out corporate overreach and defending consumers. Consumers Energy’s Historic $436 Million Rate Hike Request Faces State Scrutiny Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has intervened in Consumers Energy’s proposed $436 million …
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel opposes DTE Energy’s $574 million rate hike request, vowing rigorous investigation to protect consumers. The request exacerbates existing concerns over DTE’s customer service quality, highlighting issues about accountability in Michigan’s utility sector.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel challenges Consumers Energy’s proposed $248 million natural gas rate hike, deeming 70% unjustifiable. She advocates for a reduction to $76.5 million, highlighting the hike’s unfair impact on residents amidst increasing utility costs.
Detroit-area phone users must adjust to new dialing rules as a new 679 overlay area code is introduced. 10-Digit Dialing to Become Mandatory in Detroit’s 313 Area Code Residents and businesses in Detroit and its surrounding suburbs will soon be required …
In 2024, Michigan’s cable industry continued to decline, with subscribers dropping to 1,100,636. This trend mirrors national patterns as consumers favor streaming services. Despite reduced investments, the state saw fewer customer complaints, leading to legislative recommendations for improved oversight.
Over 70 municipalities in Michigan, represented by Foster Swift, are appealing an MPSC ruling that limits local control over renewable energy regulations. They argue the decision undermines their authority and could lead to risky state-driven projects. The legal challenge aims to restore local oversight and ensure community needs are prioritized in energy development.
