Whitmer signs directive expanding affordable housing outreach for young residents

By A. K. Tobias | Oct 22, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed an executive directive aimed at increasing awareness of Michigan’s affordable housing programs, with a particular focus on younger residents.

St. Clair Shores man receives probation for double voting in Michigan primary

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 22, 2025

Frank Prezzato, a 69-year-old resident of St. Clair Shores, has been sentenced to six months of delayed probation after pleading guilty to voting both absentee and in-person during the August 2024 Primary Election.

How many H-2A petitions were made by Michigan employers classified under the Manufacturing industry during 2024?

By C. A. Pino | Oct 22, 2025

All three of the H-2A petitions filed by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry located in Michigan, were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

Westbound US-10 in Bay County to have lane closures for maintenance Oct. 26–29

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 22, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced upcoming lane closures on westbound US-10 in Bay County.

Michigan Chamber joins national coalition opposing congressional anti-arbitration bills

By A. S. Bird | Oct 22, 2025

More than 200 organizations, including the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, have signed a joint letter to Congress expressing opposition to proposed legislation that would restrict the use of arbitration agreements and class action waivers in various...

Bill aims to align Michigan property tax payment deadlines with national standards

By A. S. Bird | Oct 22, 2025

Michigan lawmakers are considering House Bill 4799, which would change how property tax payments are processed in the state.

Childcare costs drive down labor force participation among mothers

By M. M. Tom | Oct 22, 2025

Childcare costs are putting significant pressure on families in the United States, and recent data indicates that these affordability issues are having a direct impact on the national labor force.

Attorney General Nessel backs bills increasing penalties for disarming police officers

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 22, 2025

The Michigan House Judiciary Committee has reviewed two bills, House Bills 5079 and 5080, that aim to increase penalties for forcibly disarming law enforcement officers or causing injury during such incidents.

Northern Michigan volleyball to host Grand Valley State and Wayne State this weekend

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 22, 2025

After a lengthy period on the road, the Northern Michigan University volleyball team is set to play seven of its last nine regular-season matches at home in Vandament Arena.

FOIA request sent to Lake Superior State University regarding university board member information on October 22, 2025

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 22, 2025

FOIA Request to Lake Superior State University regarding university board member information on October 22, 2025.

FOIA request sent to Schoolcraft College regarding university board member information on October 22, 2025

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 22, 2025

FOIA Request to Schoolcraft College regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.

FOIA request sent to Bay Mills Community College regarding university board member information on October 22, 2025

By M. M. Tom | Oct 22, 2025

FOIA Request to Bay Mills Community College regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.

FOIA request sent to Oakland University regarding board member information on October 22, 2025

By M. M. Tom | Oct 22, 2025

FOIA Request to Oakland University regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.

FOIA request sent to Grand Valley State University regarding board member info on October 22, 2025

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 22, 2025

FOIA Request to Grand Valley State University regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.

FOIA request sent to Michigan Technological University regarding board member information on October 22, 2025

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 22, 2025

FOIA Request to Michigan Technological University regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.

FOIA request sent to Western Michigan University regarding board member information on October 22, 2025

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 22, 2025

FOIA Request to Western Michigan University regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.

PUMP Act requires accommodations for nursing mothers working outdoors

By M. M. Tom | Oct 22, 2025

Since the PUMP Act became law in mid-2023, employers with more than 15 workers must provide nursing mothers with a private space to express milk at work.

How many H-2A petitions were made by Michigan employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry during 2024?

By C. A. Pino | Oct 22, 2025

In 2024, 98.3% of H-2A petitions filed by Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting employers in Michigan were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

CDC Reports: Measles cases in Michigan this year escalate as of week ending Oct. 4

By A. N. Hart | Oct 21, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Michigan for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 10-49, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Sept. 27.

Northern Michigan women’s basketball picked second in GLIAC preseason poll

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 21, 2025

The Northern Michigan University women's basketball team has been selected to finish second in the 2025-26 Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Preseason Poll, according to an announcement by the league on Tuesday.

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