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Yesterday, the Michigan Court of Appeals confirmed the constitutionality of the state's anti-terrorism threat law.

Northern Michigan women's wrestling announces schedule under new head coach

Under the leadership of first-year head coach Adam Wilson, the Northern Michigan women's wrestling team has announced its schedule for the 2025-26 season.

SBA offers disaster relief loans after Northern Michigan ice storms

The Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced the availability of disaster relief loans for businesses in Northern Michigan affected by the ice storms from March 28 to March 30, 2025.

Annual CARWM golf outing concludes with participation from 140 golfers

The 26th Annual CARWM Golf Outing took place at Thousand Oaks Golf Club, featuring 140 golfers and 38 sponsors.

Nesbitt calls for federal probe into MEDC grant linked to Whitmer associate

Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt has called for a federal investigation into the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) concerning a $20 million grant awarded to Fay Beydoun, an associate of Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

Second annual Breaking Barriers Day set for July 29 in Lansing

Event celebrates Michigan’s disability community LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council (MiDDC) and Self-Advocates of Michigan (SAM) are organizing the second annual Breaking Barriers Day.

Sen. Nesbitt on Metro Police Authority's partnership with ICE: 'Thank you for choosing public safety over politics'

Aric Nesbitt, a Senator from Michigan, has advocated for other departments to emulate the Metro Police Authority by signing cooperation agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to prioritize public safety.

Michigan House GOP highlights state’s rise in business rankings after tariff considerations added

Michigan House Republicans announced on X that the state’s ranking in the Top States for Business improved after the study added considerations for states affected by tariffs and the Big Beautiful Bill.

Attorney General Nessel joins coalition against federal restrictions on public benefits

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined forces with 20 other attorneys general to file a lawsuit against the federal administration.

Court denies Trump administration's motion against HHS injunction

On Friday, the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island denied a motion by the Trump Administration to vacate a preliminary injunction.

Two men sentenced for robbing mail carriers in Metro Detroit

Two men have been sentenced for armed robberies targeting U.S. Postal Service mail carriers in the Detroit area, as announced by United States Attorney Jerome F. Gorgon, Jr.

Michigan Senate candidates report mixed Q2 fundraising results

If the question is "Who had the best fundraising numbers among Michigan’s 2026 U.S. Senate candidates during this second quarter?"

Ballot proposal count reaches six amid ongoing signature drives

SBAM's Vice President of Policy & Engagement, Kelli Saunders, provided an update on the current ballot proposals during this week's Small Business Briefing.

Michigan receives $297.2 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q1

By Great Lakes Wire | Jul 20, 2025

The VA issued 1,016 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Michigan during the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Customer retention highlighted as key growth strategy by Michigan business expert

By Great Lakes Wire | Jul 19, 2025

On a recent episode of the Small Business Association of Michigan's podcast, Michael Rogers interviewed Sara Barco, owner of TRUE Self Consulting and a VIP member of the association.

Michigan board seeks public input on new tax affecting small businesses

The Michigan Board of State Canvassers is currently discussing the language for a ballot initiative that could introduce a new tax affecting many small business owners in Michigan.

Attorney general investigates overseas ticket resale scheme targeting Michigan consumers

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has initiated an investigation into Pure Tonic Marketing Ltd., believed to be based in Seychelles, and the operator of Ticket Squeeze.

Nessel joins multistate effort opposing cuts to immigrant children's legal aid

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in the case of Community Legal Services in East Palo Alto, et al. vs. United States Department of Health and Human Services, et al.

MSU highlights MPHI's role in addressing gun violence through public health initiatives