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News from October 2024

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Coalition urges court to maintain access to emergency abortion care in Idaho

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 24, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has aligned with 23 other attorneys general in submitting an amicus brief to the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. The coalition seeks to uphold a district court's preliminary injunction against Idaho's abortion ban, which lacks provisions for emergency abortion care. The group argues that denying such care violates federal law and poses significant health risks to patients while potentially burdening healthcare systems in Idaho and nearby states.

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NMU women's soccer prepares for key home matches against Roosevelt and Purdue Northwest

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 24, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's soccer team is preparing for two key matches this weekend on their home turf in Marquette. The Wildcats will face Roosevelt on October 25, followed by a match against Purdue Northwest on October 27.

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NMU prepares for GLIAC cross country championship this weekend

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 24, 2024

Northern Michigan University (NMU) is set to compete in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Championship cross country race on Saturday, October 26. The event will be held at the Katke Golf Course in Big Rapids, Michigan, and is hosted by Ferris State. The 6K race will commence at 11:45 a.m.

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Yu Sakamoto reaches U23 wrestling final representing Japan and Northern Michigan

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 24, 2024

Yu Sakamoto, a Japanese wrestler and incoming member of the Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's wrestling team, has reached the finals of the U23 World Wrestling Championship in Tirana, Albania. Competing in the 53kg weight class, Sakamoto will face Serena Di Benedetto from Canada for the gold medal on Friday, October 25, at 12:00 p.m. EST.

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NMU volleyball team set for crucial GLIAC matchups against Grand Valley State and Wayne State

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 24, 2024

The Northern Michigan University volleyball team is preparing for two important conference matches this weekend. The Wildcats, who recently returned from the Midwest Crossover Tournament in Indiana with a 2-1 record, will face Grand Valley State and Wayne State on the road.

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NMU swim team hosts Saginaw Valley and Grand Valley after success at St. Cloud

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 24, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) swim and dive team is preparing to host a series of meets at the PEIF Pool against Saginaw Valley State and Grand Valley State. This follows a successful weekend against St. Cloud State.

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Attorney General sues OptumRX & ExpressScripts over alleged role in Michigan's opioid crisis

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 24, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has initiated legal action against pharmacy benefit managers OptumRX and ExpressScripts, accusing them of contributing to the opioid crisis in Michigan. The lawsuit was filed at the 3rd Circuit Court in Wayne County and alleges that these companies colluded with opioid manufacturers to secure favorable formulary placements in exchange for financial incentives.

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Grosse Pointe Woods COO charged with embezzling over $350K

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 24, 2024

Ishpinder Sahni, a 31-year-old resident of Grosse Pointe Woods, has been arraigned in the Grosse Pointe Woods Municipal Court on charges related to the alleged embezzlement of over $350,000 from his employer. The announcement was made by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

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NMU Wildcats prepare for historic home clash against Arizona State Sun Devils

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 24, 2024

The Northern Michigan University Wildcats hockey team is set to host the Arizona State Sun Devils at the Berry Events Center this weekend. This marks the first time in program history that the Sun Devils will play at this venue.

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How many students were enrolled in 7th-grade in Michigan in 2023-24 school year?

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 24, 2024

Michigan schools registered 906 more 7th-grade students in the 2023-24 school year, according to reports from the Michigan Department of Education.

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Senate Candidate Rogers: 'I will work with President Trump to secure the border, take out the drug cartels'

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 23, 2024

Mike Rogers, a candidate for the U.S. Senate in Michigan, has expressed his support for former President Donald Trump's Remain in Mexico border policy and pledged to "take out the drug cartels" if elected. Rogers made these remarks during an interview with the Great Lakes Wire on October 22.

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Michigan seeks proposals for expanding recovery support services

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 23, 2024

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced a Competitive Grant Funding Opportunity (GFO) aimed at enhancing recovery support center services or recovery community center services for individuals seeking long-term recovery from substance use disorders. This initiative is part of the FY2025 budget, incorporating both general fund dollars and opioid settlement funding, with a total of $3.8 million available. The department plans to issue up to 20 awards, each with a maximum value of $150,000.

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Northern Michigan University to retire first women's basketball jersey

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 23, 2024

The Northern Michigan University women's basketball team is set to retire Lisa Jamula Maki's #40 jersey, marking the first jersey retirement in the program's history. The ceremony will take place on Sunday, November 3, during an exhibition game against Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Notably, Lisa's daughter, Keira Maki, a recent graduate of Escanaba High School, plays for the Stevens Point team.

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Michigan ranked 47th in average VA home loan amount in Q3

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 22, 2024

With $283,217 in home loans issued, Michigan ranked 47th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Federal court dismisses RNC lawsuit over Michigan voter registry

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 22, 2024

Today, the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Republican National Committee (RNC) challenging Michigan's voter registration database. Judge Jane Beckering granted the motion to dismiss presented by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, stating that the RNC lacked standing and that their claims were without merit.

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Attorney General Nessel appoints Brad A. Brelinski as Jackson County public administrator

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 22, 2024

Today, Attorney General Dana Nessel announced the appointment of Brad A. Brelinski as the new Jackson County Public Administrator.

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Michigan Gun Violence Prevention Task Force begins work under Executive Order

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 22, 2024

The Michigan Gun Violence Prevention Task Force convened for its inaugural meeting on October 21, as part of an initiative outlined in Executive Order 2024-4 by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The task force aims to address the causes of gun violence, gather data, and recommend life-saving policies.

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Lansing sees decline in gun violence linked to local initiatives

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 22, 2024

Dr. Paul Elam, Chief Strategy Officer, was recently featured in an interview on WILX discussing the reported reductions in gun violence in Lansing and Jackson.

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Court dismisses GOP lawsuit challenging military voter rights in Michigan

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 22, 2024

Yesterday, the Michigan Court of Claims dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Michigan Republican Party, the Republican National Committee (RNC), and Chesterfield Township Clerk Cindy Berry. The lawsuit challenged the voting rights of military and overseas voters. Attorney General Dana Nessel's motion to dismiss was granted against Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Director of Elections Jonathan Brater.

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Allie Barlow earns GLIAC Setter of the Week after standout tournament performance

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 21, 2024

Northern Michigan University's volleyball player, Allie Barlow, has been recognized as the GLIAC Setter of the Week. This honor follows her outstanding performance at the Midwest Regional Crossover Tournament in Indiana.