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I-75 project in Oakland County prompts temporary Saginaw Road closure for culvert repairs

By M. M. Tom | Sep 30, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced a temporary closure of southbound Saginaw Road/Dixie Highway near I-75 in Clarkston, Michigan, as part of the ongoing road and bridge improvements between M-15 (Ortonville Road) and...

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Common Cause urges Senator Peters to oppose Trump’s proposed budget ahead of shutdown deadline

By M. M. Tom | Sep 30, 2025

As the deadline for passing a federal budget approaches, Common Cause is urging Senator Peters to oppose President Trump’s proposed budget.

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Court cases clarify what constitutes hostile work environments under federal law

By M. M. Tom | Sep 29, 2025

If a supervisor yells at an employee or throws a notebook during a disagreement, this behavior may not meet the legal standard for a hostile work environment.

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Michigan employers adjust benefit strategies amid rising healthcare costs

By M. M. Tom | Sep 29, 2025

Rising healthcare costs and a competitive labor market are prompting Michigan employers to reconsider how they offer benefits to their employees, according to the 2025 Health, Welfare, and Retirement Plans Survey released by ASE.

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Szymanski earns GLIAC athlete of week after top finish at Roy Griak Invite

By M. M. Tom | Sep 29, 2025

Madi Szymanski from the Northern Michigan cross country team has been recognized as the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Athlete of the Week.

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Northern Michigan University athletics sees mixed results across fall sports

By M. M. Tom | Sep 29, 2025

Northern Michigan University’s athletics teams were active across several sports during the week of September 15-21, with a mix of results in football, volleyball, soccer, cross country, and golf.

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Northern Michigan men's golf prepares for Motor City Shakedown tournament

By M. M. Tom | Sep 27, 2025

The Northern Michigan University men's golf team is set to compete in the Motor City Shakedown at TPC Michigan in Dearborn, Michigan.

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US-41 road repairs between Marquette and Harvey set for early October

By M. M. Tom | Sep 26, 2025

Contractors working for the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will begin repairs on US-41/M-28 from the Carp River in Marquette to Cherry Creek Road in Harvey, Marquette County, starting Monday, October 6.

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Michigan Attorney General warns Texas firm over alleged deceptive Mackinac Island ticket sales

By M. M. Tom | Sep 26, 2025

Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a cease and desist notice to MTVRS, LLC, a Texas-based company, for allegedly misleading consumers through websites that sell tickets to Mackinac Island attractions.

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Michigan attorney general’s office prosecutors receive state and international awards

By M. M. Tom | Sep 26, 2025

Two prosecutors from the Michigan Department of Attorney General have received notable recognition for their work in the legal field.

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Northern Michigan Wildcats prepare for Lucian Rosa Invitational after strong start

By M. M. Tom | Sep 26, 2025

The Northern Michigan University women’s cross country team is preparing to compete at the Lucian Rosa Invitational in Wisconsin on Saturday, September 27.

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Court rules against linking emergency aid funding to state immigration enforcement

By M. M. Tom | Sep 25, 2025

A federal court has ruled in favor of Michigan and 20 other states in a lawsuit challenging the Trump Administration’s attempt to tie federal emergency services funding to state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

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Two Detroit residents charged with federal student aid fraud totaling over $12 million

By M. M. Tom | Sep 25, 2025

Two Detroit residents have been charged in separate cases for their alleged involvement in large-scale fraud schemes targeting Federal Student Aid, according to an announcement by United States Attorney Jerome Gorgon.

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Brian Calley stresses role of small businesses during House committee testimony

By M. M. Tom | Sep 25, 2025

On September 18, 2025, Brian Calley, President and CEO of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), testified before the House Economic Competitiveness Committee.

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Attorneys general oppose proposed Capital One class action settlement over unpaid interest

By M. M. Tom | Sep 25, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a bipartisan group of 17 other attorneys general in opposing a proposed class action settlement involving Capital One.

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Small business group criticizes Michigan House vote on tax decoupling

By M. M. Tom | Sep 25, 2025

Michigan’s National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has voiced disappointment after the state House passed HB 4961, legislation that would separate certain provisions of the federal tax code from Michigan’s state tax laws.

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Attorneys general seek injunction against federal rule cutting Medicaid funds to Planned Parenthood

By M. M. Tom | Sep 25, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, along with a coalition of 22 attorneys general and the State of Pennsylvania, has filed a motion for a preliminary injunction seeking to prevent the Trump Administration from enforcing the “Defund Provision”...

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Inkster mayor's former aide pleads guilty in federal bribery probe

By M. M. Tom | Sep 25, 2025

A former executive assistant to the mayor of Inkster, Michigan, has pleaded guilty to making false statements to federal agents during an investigation into a bribery scheme involving former Mayor Patrick Wimberly.

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When employee social media posts lead to workplace consequences

By M. M. Tom | Sep 25, 2025

In the aftermath of the killing of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk, many individuals took to social media to share their opinions.

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Dearborn man sentenced for illegal firearm possession after antisemitic incident at synagogue

By M. M. Tom | Sep 24, 2025

Hassan Chokr, a 38-year-old resident of Dearborn, Michigan, was sentenced to 34 months in prison for illegally possessing firearms after making antisemitic threats at a synagogue.