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Michigan AG joins challenge against Trump's refugee program suspension

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined 19 other state attorneys general in challenging President Donald Trump's executive order that suspends the U.S. Refugee Resettlement Program.

Mackinac Straits Corridor Authority schedules February meeting in Lansing

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

The Mackinac Straits Corridor Authority (MSCA) is set to convene on February 28 in Lansing.

Michigan allocates $4 million in grants for airport improvements

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

The Michigan Aeronautics Commission (MAC) and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) have announced a total of $4 million in one-time Fiscal Year 2025 airport development grants.

MDOT schedules open house on Blue Water Bridge improvements in Port Huron

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is set to host a public open house to discuss the upcoming improvements at the Blue Water Bridge plaza in Port Huron.

Northern Michigan Wildcats prepare for challenging matchup against ranked Michigan Tech

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

With four games remaining in the regular season, the Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's basketball team is set to face another challenging opponent.

Bridge work delays close Edward Hines Drive until March 3

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

As part of a bridge replacement project by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) in Livonia, the closure of Edward Hines Drive between Newburgh and Wayne roads has been postponed to March 3.

NFIB praises legislative progress on tipped wages and seeks changes to sick time act

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Michigan has expressed approval following the passage of Senate Bill 8 concerning tipped wages.

NMU swim team sets national fastest time at GLIAC championships

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's swim and dive team achieved a significant milestone at the GLIAC Championships in Holland, Michigan.

Mark Tisdel questions corporate income tax increase proposal

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 18, 2025

House Finance Committee Chair Mark Tisdel has expressed concerns about the proposal to raise the Corporate Income Tax (CIT) to fund a roads plan, an idea supported by Governor Gretchen Whitmer and House Speaker Matt Hall.

NMU nordic ski teams head to Ishpeming for NCAA regionals

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 18, 2025

The NMU nordic ski teams are set to compete in the 2025 NCAA Central Regional Championships this weekend at the Al Quaal Recreation Area in Ishpeming.

Michigan youth livestock scholarship fund opens applications for graduating seniors

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 18, 2025

Youth exhibitors in Michigan who are graduating high school or have recently graduated are invited to apply for the 2025 Michigan Youth Livestock Scholarship Fund (MYLSF).

Nmu women's swim team heads to GLIAC championships

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 18, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's swim and dive team is set to compete in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Championships starting tomorrow.

Michigan AG resolves probe into deceptive marketing practices

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 18, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reached agreements with Baker’s Best Health and its twin company, American Master Products, following an investigation into their business practices.

Michigan Senate passes bill increasing tipped wage

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 18, 2025

The Michigan Senate has passed a bill that will increase the tipped wage for service industry workers to 50% of the minimum wage by 2031.

Strong weekend for Northern Michigan University athletics

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 17, 2025

Northern Michigan University (NMU) had a busy weekend in athletics, showcasing strong performances across various sports from February 13 to February 16.

How many H-1B petitions were made by Michigan employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry during 2024?

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 17, 2025

In 2024, 463 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry located in Michigan, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.