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Michigan authorities urge caution over toll scam in West Michigan

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 16, 2025

Michigan authorities are warning residents in West Michigan about a toll scam involving deceptive text messages.

Monica Trevino to lead panel at Michigan healthcare policy conference

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 16, 2025

Monica Trevino, Director of the Center for Social Change, is set to moderate a panel discussion at the Michigan State of Reform Health Policy Conference on April 17, 2025.

Coalition of attorneys general opposes SSA staffing cuts

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 16, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is part of a group of 21 attorneys general opposing the Trump Administration's plan to reduce staff at the Social Security Administration (SSA).

State Rep. Bierlein on behavioral health bed crisis: 'We must address this bed shortage'

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

State Representative Matthew Bierlein has called for an urgent expansion of behavioral health bed capacity in Michigan to address a growing mental health crisis and ensure access to treatment.

Genesee County sheriff on tax credits: 'Large investments by GM, Ford and Stellantis benefit Michigan families'

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

Chris Swanson, the sheriff of Genesee County, said that large automaker investments supported by Michigan Economic Growth Authority (MEGA) tax credits deliver union jobs and broader economic gains for Michigan communities.

MDOT seeks $2.5 billion yearly to meet road repair goals by 2036

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is requesting an additional $2.5 billion yearly to ensure that 90% of state road pavements are in good or fair condition by the fiscal year 2036.

Making It In Michigan Trade Show supports small businesses with 155 vendors

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

Next month, the 16th annual Making It In Michigan (MIIM) event will provide an opportunity for Michiganders to support small businesses.

Three NMU swim athletes receive GLIAC Commissioner’s awards

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

The Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletics Conference (GLIAC) has revealed its winter 2024-25 Commissioner's Award recipients, recognizing three athletes from Northern Michigan University's (NMU) swim and dive team.

John James announces candidacy for 2026 Michigan governor race

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

U.S. Representative John James has officially announced his candidacy for the Michigan Governor's seat in the upcoming 2026 election.

Ingham County educator wins Michigan Lottery award for excellence in education

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

Ryan Anderson, a case manager at Holt High School in Ingham County, has been recognized with an Excellence in Education award from the Michigan Lottery.

Attorney General Nessel joins push against pharmacy benefit managers owning their own pharmacies

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, along with attorneys general from 38 other states and territories, has sent a letter to congressional leaders urging the passage of legislation to prevent pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) from owning or...

Nessel, 22 AGs oppose proposed changes to ACA, cite impacts on health coverage

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

Michigan's Attorney General Dana Nessel, alongside 22 other attorneys general, has formally opposed recent changes proposed to the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

Employers classified under the Management of Companies and Enterprises industry file 14 H-1B petitions in Michigan throughout 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 15, 2025

Employers classified under the Management of Companies and Enterprises industry based in Michigan submitted 14 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.