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United States Attorney Jerome F. Gorgon, Jr. announced criminal charges and civil resolutions in connection with schemes to unlawfully distribute controlled substances and defraud federal health care programs.

SBAM briefing discusses key issues impacting small businesses

Welcome to SBAM’s Small Business Briefing.

Michigan joins national crackdown on health care fraud with two local cases

Today, the U.S. Department of Justice revealed criminal charges against 324 defendants across the country as part of its National Health Care Fraud Takedown.

Michigan Lottery launches Club Keno Tripler Time promotion

The Michigan Lottery is introducing a new promotion for Club Keno players in July.

Attorney general secures injunction against unlicensed Flint foster care facility

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has obtained a permanent injunction against Harmony Manor, LLC and its owner, Gregory Cheff.

Average VA home loan amount in Michigan increases in Q1

By Great Lakes Wire | Jun 29, 2025

The average VA home loan amount in Michigan during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025 was $289,124, a 1.7% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

HSA updates: IRS increases contribution limits for 2025

By Great Lakes Wire | Jun 28, 2025

Ahola, a company with over five decades of experience in supporting small businesses, has provided updates on Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for 2025.

Hybrid work becomes permanent fixture for many Michigan organizations

The hybrid work model has become a permanent aspect of many organizations, according to ASE's 2025 Remote Work Pulse Survey.

Supreme Court limits scope of federal court injunctions in birthright citizenship case

Today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling in the case of Trump, et al. v. CASA, impacting the scope of federal court authority to issue nationwide injunctions.

Attorney General warns of spoofing scam targeting Michigan residents

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a warning about a scam where fraudsters impersonate the Department of Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Team.

Saginaw officials convicted for forging signatures on election documents

Former Saginaw City Council candidate Eric Eggleston and current council member Monique Lamar-Silvia were convicted of multiple felonies related to election law forgery.

Dr. Shondra Marshall publishes new leadership training guide

Dr. Shondra Marshall, Director at MPHI, has published a new book titled “Leadership Training Guide: The Four-Week Guide on Building Productive and Cohesive Team Members While Equipping Successful Leaders.” This guide is designed as a four-week...

NFIB voices concerns over proposed tax amendment and tipped wage repeal

NFIB, a prominent small business advocacy group in Michigan, has expressed its views following the Board of Canvassers meeting.

Michigan promotes testing on National HIV Testing Day

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is urging residents to get tested for HIV as part of National HIV Testing Day on June 27.

VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Michigan average $292,558 for Q1

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Michigan for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025 averaged $292,558, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Michigan News Source: Sen. Slotkin was the only Senate Democrat to support overturning California’s EV waiver

Michigan News Source announced that Senator Elissa Slotkin was the only Senate Democrat to support overturning California’s waiver permitting the state to require 100% of new vehicle sales be electric by 2035.

Supreme Court rules on ADA coverage limits for former employees

The U.S. Supreme Court has delivered a decision regarding the applicability of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to former employees who are no longer able to work due to a disability.

Saginaw man sentenced for violent crimes on Isabella Reservation

A Saginaw, Michigan man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for multiple offenses including unlawful imprisonment, strangulation, suffocation, interstate domestic violence, and witness tampering.

Freeland man charged with embezzling over $200K from vulnerable adult

Charles Schumer, a 75-year-old resident of Freeland, Michigan, has been arraigned in the 70th District Court in Saginaw.

Attorney General reflects on Obergefell ruling anniversary