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Since Gretchen Whitmer became governor, Michigan has given $995 million to companies that promised to create 65,000 jobs. They’ve produced 13,000 — a rate of $76,000 per job, a Bridge investigation finds.
Days into sweeping tariffs, Michigan companies and 401k holders have already lost billions in value, prompting tough choices. But some warn against ‘fear mongering.’
Nearly 300,000 Michiganders don’t have a state senator. And four months into the vacancy, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has given no indication when she plans to call a special election that could weaken Democrats in Lansing.
CMU officials discovered the visa terminations while doing routine checks of a federal database, and still have received no explanation from immigration officials. The University of Michigan later said four of its students were affected.
Michigan has some of the longest power outages in the US, but state officials and utility leaders say recent rate hikes will lead to investments that should help.
Rice’s departure comes at a crucial time for Michigan education, where some state education chiefs are embracing President Trump’s education agenda and others like Rice are fighting it.
Experts say a well-designed detention screening helps divert nonviolent youths away from prison. But advocates for changes in the juvenile justice system say the current assessment queries may increase the likelihood of detention for youths of color.
Seasonal allergies, particularly hay fever, are worsening due to longer pollen seasons. Early medication and immunotherapy can help manage symptoms and make allergy season more bearable.
The Secretary of State’s review found scattered cases with no signs of a larger conspiracy. Republicans say it’s time to require proof of citizenship to vote.
Women seeking abortion services in much of northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula will have to drive to Traverse City for in-person care after Planned Parenthood announced it was closing three clinics, including in Petoskey and Marquette.