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Edward Hines Drive closure announced due to Livonia bridge project

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 4, 2025

As part of a bridge replacement project in Livonia, Michigan, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will close Edward Hines Drive between Newburgh and Wayne roads starting Monday, February 17.

Nessel urges Senate scrutiny on FBI nominee amid retaliation concerns

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 4, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, along with 20 other attorneys general, has urged the Senate Judiciary Committee to further question Kash Patel, nominated by President Donald Trump for FBI Director.

Business preparedness: protecting assets against unpredictable weather

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 4, 2025

Preparing for unpredictable weather is crucial for business continuity and asset protection.

Attorneys general warn federal employees about deferred resignation offer

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 4, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 12 attorneys general to caution federal employees about a new program initiated by the Trump administration.

Gary Peters announces retirement plans after two Senate terms

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 4, 2025

U.S. Senator Gary Peters from Oakland County has announced he will not seek reelection in 2026, after completing two terms in office.

AG Nessel warns Michigan residents about tax scam targeting taxpayers

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 4, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a warning to residents about a scam involving fraudulent tax debt collection letters.

Speaker Hall reveals final committee assignments amid controversy

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 4, 2025

House Speaker Matt Hall announced the final committee assignments for the current term, revealing that only a third of House Minority Leader Ranjeev Puri's initial requests were honored.

FOIA Request Sent to Michigan State University Regarding Employee Emails and DEI Statements on February 4, 2025

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 4, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Michigan State University on February 4, 2025.

How training programs boost company culture among small businesses

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 4, 2025

In the current business environment, small business owners juggle multiple responsibilities to ensure their enterprises prosper.

FOIA Request Sent to The University of Michigan Regarding Diversity Communications on February 4, 2025

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 4, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to The Regents of the University of Michigan on February 4, 2025.

FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Devices companies in Michigan during January

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 3, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Devices company from Michigan in January.

NMU athletics recap: Weekend performances highlight wins across multiple sports

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 3, 2025

Northern Michigan University's athletic teams had a busy weekend from January 30 to February 2, competing in various sports with mixed results.

NMU sports teams prepare for weekend competitions across various disciplines

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 3, 2025

Northern Michigan University (NMU) athletics teams are gearing up for a busy weekend with several competitions scheduled from February 6 to February 8, 2025.

Deadline looms for Michigan Senate on sick leave and tipped wage laws

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 3, 2025

Michigan legislators are facing a deadline to amend laws related to earned sick time and tipped wages.

NMU swim and dive teams earn CSCAA Scholar All-America awards

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 3, 2025

The men's and women's swim and dive teams at Northern Michigan University (NMU) have been recognized by the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) with the Scholar All-America award.

Trump revokes key diversity order affecting federal contractors

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 3, 2025

On January 21, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order titled "Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity," which revoked Executive Order 11246.

Hillsdale man jailed for online threats against former prosecutor

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 3, 2025

Last Friday, Paul Hawkins, a 30-year-old inmate at G. Robert Cotton Correctional Facility, was sentenced to 133 days in jail for making threatening posts on the Hillsdale City Police Department’s Facebook page.

Avian influenza detected in Alpena County flock; biosecurity measures emphasized

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 3, 2025

Following an investigation by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), the Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has identified highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a backyard flock in...

Delta Dental Foundation funds $300K for oral health programs in Michigan

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 3, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced a significant grant from the Delta Dental Foundation (DDF) to support oral health initiatives.