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Jocelyn Benson announces gubernatorial bid with focus on transparency

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 28, 2025

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has announced her candidacy for governor, making her the first Democrat to enter the race.

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West Bloomfield woman charged with embezzling from vulnerable adult

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 28, 2025

Shelley Letzer, a 67-year-old resident of West Bloomfield, has been arraigned on four felony charges for allegedly exploiting a vulnerable adult financially.

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MDOT schedules public meeting on M-14/I-96 rebuilding project

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 28, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced a public meeting to discuss the upcoming M-14/I-96 rebuilding project in Livonia and Plymouth Township.

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Michigan AG responds as White House freezes federal funds

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 28, 2025

Today, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel addressed concerns regarding a recent White House memo that has resulted in the freezing of federal funds to essential programs.

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States sue Trump administration over proposed federal funding freeze

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 28, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general in a lawsuit aimed at stopping the implementation of a new policy from the Trump administration.

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Michigan potato producers set to vote on commission amendment

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 28, 2025

Michigan potato producers will soon vote on a proposed amendment to the Michigan Potato Industry Commission.

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Judge denies new trial requests in Whitmer kidnapping plot case

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 28, 2025

Yesterday, Judge Thomas Wilson of the 4th Circuit Court in Jackson County denied motions for a new trial and resentencing by Paul Bellar and Joseph Morrison.

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MPHI receives grant for gun violence prevention initiative research

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 28, 2025

MPHI has announced the receipt of a grant from Arnold Ventures to support research into gun violence prevention initiatives, such as MPHI’s Advance Peace Initiative.

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Michigan House passes two bills addressing tipped wages and sick time benefits

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 27, 2025

The Michigan House of Representatives has passed two significant bills, HB 4001 and HB 4002, marking the first legislative actions of the current term.

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Michigan AG argues for shutdown of Line 5 in state court

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 27, 2025

Today, attorneys from the Department of Attorney General presented their case before Judge James S. Jamo in the Ingham County Circuit Court.

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NMU Athletics prepares for busy weekend of sports events

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 27, 2025

Northern Michigan University (NMU) Athletics has a busy schedule ahead from January 30 to February 2, featuring several sports events.

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MDARD announces key appointments within its communications team

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 27, 2025

Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) Director Tim Boring has announced changes to the department's communications team.

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Dominik Shine makes NHL debut with hometown team Detroit Red Wings

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 27, 2025

Former Northern Michigan University hockey player Dominik Shine made his NHL debut with the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday night.

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Nessel reissues alert on saving money amid rollback of Biden's drug price rule

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 27, 2025

As President Donald Trump rescinds a rule from the Biden Administration intended to lower prescription drug prices, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reissued a consumer alert titled "Prescription Drugs - How to Safely Save Money."

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Small business briefing addresses key issues impacting Michigan entrepreneurs

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 27, 2025

In a recent Small Business Briefing, Brian Calley and Sarah Miller addressed several pressing issues impacting small businesses.

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NMU athletics recap: victories and challenges across multiple sports

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 27, 2025

Northern Michigan University (NMU) athletics teams had a busy weekend with several competitions across different sports.

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NMU ski team dominates slalom competition in Minnesota

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 26, 2025

The NMU alpine ski team concluded its weekend competition in Biwabik, Minnesota, with another impressive performance in the slalom events.

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Employers advised on steps to prepare for increasing I-9 audits

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 26, 2025

Audits of Form I-9 have been on the rise, and this trend is expected to continue under the new administration.

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Northern Michigan Wildcats fall to No.14 Lake Superior State

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 25, 2025

The Northern Michigan men's basketball team faced a challenging match against Lake Superior State, ranked 14th nationally, on Saturday evening.

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Michigan Tech secures sweep over NMU with 4-0 victory

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 25, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) hockey team suffered a 4-0 defeat against the Michigan Tech Huskies in their second game of the weekend series.