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Detroit couple faces charges over alleged fraudulent disability claims

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 25, 2025

Yesterday, Tukua Young and Brandon Young from Detroit faced arraignment in the 36th District Court.

NMU athletics schedules multiple events from March 26 to March 30

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 25, 2025

Northern Michigan University (NMU) Athletics has a busy schedule from March 26 to March 30, with several events lined up across different sports.

Northern Michigan basketball players earn CSC Academic All-District honors

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 25, 2025

Three players from Northern Michigan University's men's basketball team have been honored with College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District accolades.

Trump's order on Michigan elections faces pushback

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 25, 2025

President Donald Trump has issued an executive order aiming to override Michigan's voting laws, sparking a response from Common Cause Michigan.

House approves $3.1 billion road funding plan amid Democrat opposition

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 25, 2025

House Speaker Matt Hall's $3.1 billion road funding proposal advanced through the House, securing more than 60 votes for each bill in the package.

Nessel files motions against Trump administration over education cuts and FEMA grant delays

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 25, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has intensified her legal actions against the Trump Administration by joining coalitions in filing two significant motions.

Northern Michigan women's basketball players earn academic honors

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 25, 2025

Four players from the Northern Michigan University women's basketball team have been honored with College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District accolades.

Elder Abuse Task Force marks six years protecting Michigan's seniors

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 25, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has marked the sixth anniversary of the Elder Abuse Task Force, highlighting its ongoing efforts to safeguard the state's elderly population.

How many H-1B petitions were made by Michigan employers classified under the Retail Trade industry during 2024?

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 25, 2025

Employers classified under the Retail Trade industry based in Michigan submitted 29 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Policy analyst: 'Psychiatric beds are at a historic low' of 10.8 per 100,000

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 24, 2025

David Metzner, an analyst for ACG Analytics, has highlighted a significant psychiatric bed shortage in the United States.

NMU women's nordic ski team competes in SuperTour Finals

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 24, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's Nordic ski team is set to compete in the SuperTour Finals this week.

Michigan announces $150K in grants for registered animal shelters statewide

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 24, 2025

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Animal Welfare Fund grants.

Dylan Kuehl earns spot on NABC Division II All-District Second Team

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 24, 2025

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) has announced the 2024-25 Division II All-District Teams.

Michigan officials discuss impact of CFPB shutdown on consumers

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 24, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel held a press conference to address the impact of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) shutdown on Michigan residents.