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Hispanic Latino Commission celebrates five decades with awards for community leaders

By J. F. Curtis | Nov 6, 2025

The Hispanic Latino Commission of Michigan (HLCOM) marked its 50th anniversary with a gathering in Lansing that brought together more than 300 attendees, including current and former commissioners, community leaders, elected officials, union...

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Michigan unemployment agency resumes benefit collections after court settlement

By J. F. Curtis | Nov 1, 2025

The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) has begun collecting overpayments from claimants following the resolution of a lawsuit that had paused such actions for more than three years.

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Michigan lawmakers advance emergency funds for food aid amid federal shutdown

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 30, 2025

The Michigan Catholic Conference has expressed support for a recent decision by the state Senate to approve funding aimed at continuing food assistance for families and children in need.

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Michigan opens applications for $29M workforce training grants under Going PRO Talent Fund

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 22, 2025

Applications are now open for Michigan businesses to apply for $29 million in grants through the Going PRO Talent Fund, according to an announcement from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO).

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Michigan opens applications for Going PRO Talent Fund with reduced budget

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 16, 2025

Applications have opened for Michigan’s Going PRO Talent Fund, a state grant program designed to help businesses train and develop their workforce.

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Michigan secures $8 million federal grant for shipbuilding workforce training

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 16, 2025

Michigan has received an $8 million federal grant to help train workers for shipbuilding and maritime manufacturing jobs, according to an announcement from Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO).

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Michigan Rehabilitation Services honors advocates during annual Champion Awards ceremony

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 16, 2025

Fourteen individuals and four businesses in Michigan were recognized for their commitment to supporting people with disabilities at the 17th annual Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) Champion Awards ceremony.

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MiSTEM opens new robotics practice facility in Ludington with support from regional partners

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 10, 2025

The MiSTEM Network’s Region 9 team marked the opening of a new robotics practice facility in Ludington, Michigan, aiming to improve access and equity for FIRST Robotics teams in West Central Michigan.

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Mackinac Center challenges SEIU unionization of Michigan home care providers

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 9, 2025

The Mackinac Center for Public Policy has raised concerns about the recent unionization of Michigan home care providers, questioning the validity of an election in which only 4,205 out of roughly 32,000 eligible caregivers voted to join SEIU...

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Michigan state budget expands school safety measures and support for pregnant women

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 8, 2025

More children in Michigan will have access to safer schools and healthy meals, and pregnant women will receive more support, following the signing of the new state budget for the 2025–2026 fiscal year.

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Michigan lawmakers reach tentative state budget deal with increased business taxes

By J. F. Curtis | Sep 26, 2025

On Thursday night, Michigan legislative leaders and the Governor announced a tentative agreement on the 2025–26 state budget.

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Trump administration sets $100K fee for new H-1B visa applications

By J. F. Curtis | Sep 24, 2025

President Trump has signed a presidential proclamation imposing a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions.

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Chamber advocates for postmark rule in Michigan property tax payments

By J. F. Curtis | Sep 16, 2025

The House Finance Committee recently began hearings on HB4799, known as the Post Mark Bill, which seeks to amend the General Property Tax Act in Michigan.