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Former ATF Investigator to Stand Trial for PPP Loan Fraud

By Great Lakes Wire | May 3, 2024

May 3 2024LANSING – Tiesha Johnson, a former investigator for the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms, will stand trial in the 6th Circuit Court in Oakland County on charges of fraudulently obtaining Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loans and Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) from the federal government, as announced by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.Johnson, 56, waived her right to a preliminary examination earlier this week and was bound over for trial after being arrested in Dallas, TX, pursuant to warrants from the Department of Attorney...

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Warren Man Pleads Guilty to Human Trafficking

By Great Lakes Wire | May 3, 2024

LANSING – Today, James Madison-Cranford, 30, of Warren, pled guilty in the 6th Circuit Court in Oakland County to human trafficking a minor, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.According to Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, "The exploitation of a minor is an extremely abhorrent act, and I am relieved that traffickers are being held accountable."Madison-Cranford admitted to various charges, including Human Trafficking of a Minor for Commercial Sexual Activity, Accepting Earnings from Prostitution, Transporting a Person for the Purpose of Prostitution,...

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FDA conducted second highest number of inspections on Biologics companies in Michigan during April

By Great Lakes Wire | May 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Biologics companies from Michigan in April.

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AG Nessel Announces Findings in Plymouth Twp. Voter Intimidation Investigation

By Great Lakes Wire | May 2, 2024

LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced the conclusion of the Department’s review of a Plymouth Township voter intimidation incident without issuing charges. The investigation stemmed from an incident reported during the February 2024 Primary Election.On February 16, 2024, the Plymouth Township Clerk’s Office raised concerns about alleged voter intimidation after discovering a solar light and a non-functional camera near a ballot box at a polling location. Subsequent investigations revealed that an election worker/inspector had placed the items to...

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AG Nessel Urges Awareness of Human Trafficking Signs, Shares Resources After Latest Trafficking Charges

By Great Lakes Wire | May 2, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is urging awareness of the signs of human trafficking and sharing resources following the announcement of labor trafficking charges against three West Michigan small business operators. Nessel emphasized the importance of recognizing the signs of human trafficking, stating, “Human trafficking is a horrific crime that persists across the United States, including right here in Michigan. Traffickers exploit men, women, and children, forcing them into labor, sex work, and domestic servitude. These victims are often subjected to coercion,...

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Northern Michigan University women's soccer announces ambitious schedule for 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | May 2, 2024

The Northern Michigan University women's soccer team has revealed its 2024 schedule, which includes seven home matches and the addition of a new member to the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletics Conference (GLIAC). The Wildcats are preparing for a challenging season with four regional opponents and several away games against teams that reached the national tournament last year.

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AG Nessel Warns Consumers of Unpaid Toll Road Smishing Scam

By Great Lakes Wire | May 2, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a warning to consumers about a recent smishing scam targeting toll road users. Nessel emphasized the importance of being vigilant against deceptive messages aimed at stealing personal and financial information."Scammers craft these messages with links designed to steal consumers’ personal and financial information," Nessel stated. "It’s important for residents to recognize the signs of smishing texts so they aren’t duped out of their hard-earned money."The scam involves sending deceptive texts to consumers, claiming they...

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Harvey and Walker secure podium finishes at GLIAC Championships

By Great Lakes Wire | May 2, 2024

On the second day of the Outdoor Track & Field GLIAC Championships in Allendale, Michigan, Teiolla Harvey and Crystal Walker secured podium finishes for their performances. Harvey excelled in the javelin event, surpassing her previous personal record with a throw of 38.07 meters. Meanwhile, Walker achieved a third-place finish in the long jump with a leap of 5.89 meters.

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Which type of Michigan companies were inspected the most by FDA in April?

By Great Lakes Wire | May 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted six inspections at five Food and Cosmetics companies from Michigan in April.

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Michigan experiences lower inflation rate than national average as of April 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | May 1, 2024

As of April 2024, Michigan experienced a 19.5% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 19.9% increase.

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Northern Michigan prepares to face Concordia-St. Paul in GLIAC semifinals

By Great Lakes Wire | May 1, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's lacrosse team is set to begin their GLIAC playoff journey against Concordia-St. Paul Golden Bears on Friday, May 3rd at 7 PM. The Wildcats, ranked second in the conference, have already faced the Golden Bears twice this season, securing victories with scores of 21-12 and 11-5.

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Dr. Renée Branch Canady discusses leadership and community change on WILX Studio 10

By Great Lakes Wire | May 1, 2024

MPHI CEO Dr. Renée Branch Canady was recently featured on WILX’s Studio 10 in a segment titled “Ask the Author.” The discussion focused on her book, "Room at the Table," where Dr. Canady elaborates on the themes and objectives of her work.

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Keeping Bicyclists Safe on Michigan Roadways: National Bicycle Safety Month

By Great Lakes Wire | May 1, 2024

The Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) is actively addressing the concerning issue of bicycle-related injuries and fatalities on Michigan roads as the state enters National Bicycle Safety Month. Katie Bower, OHSP director, emphasized the importance of raising awareness about bicycle safety, stating, “We continue to see a rise in bicycle-involved crashes in many communities across the state.” Bower highlighted the shared responsibility of traffic safety and urged both motorists and bicyclists to be aware of and adhere to traffic laws to prevent accidents....

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Northern Michigan Wildcats open GLIAC Championships with heptathlon

By Great Lakes Wire | May 1, 2024

The Northern Michigan Track & Field team began their participation in the GLIAC Championships on Wednesday in Allendale, Michigan. The opening day featured two of their athletes, freshmen Eva Zonca and Natasha Nowakowski, competing in four events of the heptathlon.

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Detroit Man Sentenced in 2021 Murder

By Great Lakes Wire | May 1, 2024

LANSING – Yesterday, Riondre Griffin, 21, of Detroit, was sentenced to 25-50 years in prison for a 2021 murder, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.Griffin was found guilty by a Wayne County jury of one count of Second-Degree Murder, one count of Carrying a Concealed Weapon in a Motor Vehicle, and one count of Felony Firearm. Griffin also received a 2-to-5-year sentence for the Carrying a Concealed Weapon in a Motor Vehicle charge. Both sentences will be served consecutively to a 2-year sentence for Felony Firearm.On November 7, 2021, the victim was driving...

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AG Nessel Praises House Passage of SB 27, for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Treatment Parity

By Great Lakes Wire | May 1, 2024

LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has commended the Michigan House of Representatives for passing Senate Bill 27 by a vote of 93-12, which focuses on ensuring parity of coverage for mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment.Nessel emphasized the importance of legislation like Senate Bill 27, stating, “Michigan residents need legislation like Senate Bill 27 to require health insurers to provide parity in their coverage for substance use disorder and mental health treatments, the same as they cover similar medical benefits.” She further noted,...