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$4 million in grants awarded to support youth employment initiatives in Michigan

Byl. c. betzApr 17, 2026

Michigan’s Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity has awarded $4 million in grants for youth job programs. The funding will help teens overcome employment barriers through local agencies statewide. Leaders say these efforts will build a stronger future workforce.


Mike Rogers for U.S. Senate

Mike Rogers files 30,000 petition signatures to qualify for U.S. Senate ballot

Mike Rogers filed twice as many petition signatures as required for his run at Michigan’s open U.S. Senate seat on Apr. 17. Supporters cite concerns over jobs and education while highlighting strong grassroots momentum behind his campaign.
Thomas Barrett, U.S. Representative of Michigan's 7th Congressional District

Tom Barrett highlights agriculture tax relief and infrastructure investments in mid-Michigan

Congressman Tom Barrett used social media between April 15-17, 2026 to spotlight efforts supporting agriculture through tax relief, infrastructure upgrades in Brighton, and local manufacturing at Crest Marine in Owosso.
Garrett Williams and Caleb Estrada

Which ex-high school standouts featured in Lansing Metro will compete on Saturday, April 18?

Saturday, April 18 will see these former Lansing Metro area high school stars in competition.

Michigan Democratic Party marks one year since Mike Rogers launched second Senate campaign

Byd. r. lanhamApr 16, 2026

The Michigan Democratic Party marked one year since Mike Rogers began his second U.S. Senate campaign by criticizing his record on economic issues and special interests. The party’s statement comes as part of ongoing efforts ahead of upcoming elections.


Mark Uyl, Executive Director of the Michigan High School Athletic Association

MHSAA introduces boys volleyball and updates girls tennis finals for spring sports season

The Michigan High School Athletic Association is launching its first boys volleyball tournament this spring while introducing changes to girls tennis finals locations. Several rule updates affecting lacrosse and soccer are also being implemented across the state.
Dana Nessel Attorney General at Michigan

Attorney General Nessel urges major reduction in Consumers Energy natural gas rate hike request

Attorney General Dana Nessel has asked state regulators to reduce a proposed natural gas rate increase by more than half for Consumers Energy customers in Michigan. If accepted, her recommendations could save residents millions of dollars on future bills.
Elissa Slotkin U.S. House of Representatives from Michigan

Sen. Elissa Slotkin addresses Israel aid vote and Michigan weather response

Senator Elissa Slotkin posted updates between April 15-16 about her vote against certain U.S. military aid to Israel, called for prioritizing housing emergencies over others such as Canada-related issues, and expressed support for Michigan…