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Michigan: Drugs companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Michigan in October 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Drugs companies from Michigan in October 2024.

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Michigan schools welcomed 110,738 kindergarten students in 2023-24 school year

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 1, 2024

There were 110,738 kindergarten students in Michigan schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to reports from the Michigan Department of Education.

Wildcats lose conference opener to Huskies with 3-0 defeat

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 1, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) hockey team faced a challenging start to their conference play, falling 3-0 to Michigan Tech.

NMU women's soccer secures third straight win with dominant performance over Parkside

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 1, 2024

The NMU women's soccer team secured a decisive 5-0 victory against the Parkside Rangers, marking their third consecutive win.

NMU defeats Purdue Northwest in four sets

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 1, 2024

Northern Michigan University (NMU) Wildcats secured a victory against Purdue Northwest in a four-set match, winning 3-1 in their second-to-last regular season home game.

Former police sergeant convicted for off-duty ethnic intimidation incident

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 1, 2024

A Wayne County jury has convicted former Westland Police Sergeant Kevin Yudt of ethnic intimidation and assault.

Common Cause urges patience as vote counting continues beyond Election Day

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 1, 2024

As Election Day 2024 unfolds, Common Cause Michigan is reminding the public that results will not be immediately available.

Michigan AG sues paper company over alleged PFAS contamination

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 1, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed a lawsuit against Ox Paperboard WP, LLC and White Pigeon Mills, LLC for alleged PFAS contamination in the White Pigeon River and surrounding areas.

Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Michigan increases from Q2 to Q3

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Michigan during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $296,574, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Wildcats face Rangers in final home game aiming to secure top GLIAC spot

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's soccer team is preparing for a crucial Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) match against the Parkside Rangers on November 1.

Northern Michigan men's basketball ranked third in GLIAC preseason poll

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

The Northern Michigan men's basketball team has been ranked third in the GLIAC preseason poll, receiving one first-place vote.

Attorneys general call for federal action on price gouging

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined forces with 16 other attorneys general to urge Congress to enact federal legislation against price gouging.

MPHI employees complete servant leadership certification at Viterbo University

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

Four employees from the Michigan Public Health Institute's (MPHI) Center for Racial and Social Justice have completed a Servant Leadership Certification course at Viterbo University.

Northern Michigan women's wrestling begins new season at Simpson College

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

The Northern Michigan women's wrestling team is set to commence its 2024-25 season at the Simpson College Luther Hill Invitational in Indianola, Iowa.

Michigan implements new tool for assessing youth behavioral health needs

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has introduced the Michigan Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (MichiCANS) tool to enhance access to behavioral health services for children and youth across the state.

MDHHS announces grant opportunity for substance use disorder transportation services

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced a Grant Funding Opportunity aimed at expanding transportation services for individuals involved in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, harm reduction, or recovery support.

Ontonagon man sentenced for embezzling funds from elderly woman

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 30, 2024

Richard Filbey, a 62-year-old resident of Ontonagon, has been sentenced to two years in prison for embezzling funds from an elderly woman while serving as her power of attorney.

MiFamily Together pilot launched by MDHHS for family preservation

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 30, 2024

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has initiated the MiFamily Together program in collaboration with community-based organizations.

FORCE team hosts White House advisor to discuss organized retail crime solutions

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 30, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, alongside law enforcement officials and representatives from major Michigan retailers, welcomed White House Domestic Policy Advisor Neera Tanden to the FORCE Team headquarters.