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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan promotes personalized health care approach

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 16, 2025

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) is advancing personal health care to improve patient outcomes and lower costs.

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Mobley sentenced to life in prison for 2011 murder of Andrea Eilber

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 16, 2025

Chadwick Mobley has been sentenced to life in prison for the 2011 murder of Andrea Eilber in Lapeer County, Michigan.

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NMU men's golf team to compete at upcoming GLIAC Championship

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 16, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's golf team is preparing for the GLIAC Championship, which will take place from April 18 to April 20.

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Michigan authorities urge caution over toll scam in West Michigan

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 16, 2025

Michigan authorities are warning residents in West Michigan about a toll scam involving deceptive text messages.

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Monica Trevino to lead panel at Michigan healthcare policy conference

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 16, 2025

Monica Trevino, Director of the Center for Social Change, is set to moderate a panel discussion at the Michigan State of Reform Health Policy Conference on April 17, 2025.

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Coalition of attorneys general opposes SSA staffing cuts

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 16, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is part of a group of 21 attorneys general opposing the Trump Administration's plan to reduce staff at the Social Security Administration (SSA).

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State Rep. Bierlein on behavioral health bed crisis: 'We must address this bed shortage'

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

State Representative Matthew Bierlein has called for an urgent expansion of behavioral health bed capacity in Michigan to address a growing mental health crisis and ensure access to treatment.

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Michigan's Battle with 2025 Measles Outbreak: Numbers climb as of week ending April 12

By A. N. Hart | Apr 15, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Michigan for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 10-49, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending April 5.

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Genesee County sheriff on tax credits: 'Large investments by GM, Ford and Stellantis benefit Michigan families'

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

Chris Swanson, the sheriff of Genesee County, said that large automaker investments supported by Michigan Economic Growth Authority (MEGA) tax credits deliver union jobs and broader economic gains for Michigan communities.

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MDOT seeks $2.5 billion yearly to meet road repair goals by 2036

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is requesting an additional $2.5 billion yearly to ensure that 90% of state road pavements are in good or fair condition by the fiscal year 2036.

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Making It In Michigan Trade Show supports small businesses with 155 vendors

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

Next month, the 16th annual Making It In Michigan (MIIM) event will provide an opportunity for Michiganders to support small businesses.

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Three NMU swim athletes receive GLIAC Commissioner’s awards

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

The Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletics Conference (GLIAC) has revealed its winter 2024-25 Commissioner's Award recipients, recognizing three athletes from Northern Michigan University's (NMU) swim and dive team.

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John James announces candidacy for 2026 Michigan governor race

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

U.S. Representative John James has officially announced his candidacy for the Michigan Governor's seat in the upcoming 2026 election.

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Ingham County educator wins Michigan Lottery award for excellence in education

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

Ryan Anderson, a case manager at Holt High School in Ingham County, has been recognized with an Excellence in Education award from the Michigan Lottery.

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Attorney General Nessel joins push against pharmacy benefit managers owning their own pharmacies

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, along with attorneys general from 38 other states and territories, has sent a letter to congressional leaders urging the passage of legislation to prevent pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) from owning or...

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Nessel, 22 AGs oppose proposed changes to ACA, cite impacts on health coverage

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

Michigan's Attorney General Dana Nessel, alongside 22 other attorneys general, has formally opposed recent changes proposed to the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

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Employers classified under the Management of Companies and Enterprises industry file 14 H-1B petitions in Michigan throughout 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

Employers classified under the Management of Companies and Enterprises industry based in Michigan submitted 14 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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MI Gov. Candidate Swanson: ‘There are better ways to finish fixing the roads’ than tax hike on MI auto manufacturers

By Great Lakes Wire reports | Apr 14, 2025

Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, a Democrat candidate for Michigan governor, said ”there are better ways to finish fixing the roads” than new tax increases on the major in-state auto manufacturers.

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NFIB Michigan to host webinar with Representative Bill G. Schuette

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 14, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Michigan, represented by State Director Amanda Fisher, continues its monthly legislative update series.

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Alpena County man wins $500,000 in Michigan Lottery’s 50X Wild Time

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 14, 2025

An Alpena County resident has experienced a significant financial change after winning a $500,000 prize from the Michigan Lottery’s 50X Wild Time instant game.