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Anne Minard pleads guilty to embezzlement and tax charge in Ingham County

By D. T. Byrd | Oct 23, 2025

Anne Minard, a 38-year-old resident of Bath Township, entered guilty pleas to two felony charges in the 30th Circuit Court in Ingham County.

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Nesbitt urges use of federal funds for Michigan rural hospital support

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 23, 2025

Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt has called on the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to use funds from the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), made available through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, to support...

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Ethnic disparities found after Holt Public Schools SAT results released in 2023-24 school year

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 23, 2025

White students' college readiness declined in Holt Public Schools during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

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Nesbitt criticizes end of state-backed Gotion plant project in Michigan

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 23, 2025

Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt has commented on the decision by Michigan Economic Development Corporation officials to end state incentives for the Gotion plant project near Big Rapids.

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Michigan Senate considers new rules for telephone solicitation amid business concerns

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 23, 2025

A Michigan Senate committee is considering new legislation known as the Telephone Solicitation Act, which would introduce additional state-level regulations on telephone solicitation.

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Michigan pulls support from Gotion EV battery plant amid job creation concerns

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 23, 2025

The Michigan Strategic Fund has officially ended its support for the Gotion Inc. electric vehicle battery parts factory project in Mecosta County, after determining that the company was in default of its obligations under a 2022 grant agreement.

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Senate Republicans urge Governor Whitmer to remove top Michigan State Police officials

By F. K. Keen | Oct 23, 2025

Ten Republican members of the Michigan Senate have formally called on Governor Gretchen Whitmer to remove Michigan State Police Director Col.

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TFG Holding settles with states over deceptive marketing of VIP clothing memberships

By A. U. Ward | Oct 23, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced a $1 million multistate settlement with TFG Holding, Inc., an online clothing retailer operating brands such as JustFab, ShoeDazzle, and FabKids.

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Williamston Community Schools SAT Performance: How many white students set for college in 2023-24 school year?

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 22, 2025

White students' college readiness declined in Williamston Community Schools during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

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Westbound US-10 in Bay County to have lane closures for maintenance Oct. 26-29

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 22, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced that lane closures will take place on westbound US-10 in Bay County for maintenance work.

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Mike Rogers discusses rural healthcare issues with Lapeer hospital leaders

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 22, 2025

Last week, Mike Rogers, a U.S. Senate candidate, Army veteran, and businessman endorsed by former President Trump, met with senior leadership at a hospital in Lapeer County to address challenges in rural healthcare.

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More than 200 organizations, including Michigan Chamber, oppose anti-arbitration bills in Congress

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 22, 2025

More than 200 organizations, including the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, have signed a joint letter addressed to Congress voicing opposition to proposed legislation that would restrict the use of arbitration agreements.

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Michigan considers mailbox rule for property tax payments under new bill

By L. C. Betz | Oct 22, 2025

Michigan is considering changes to how property tax payments are processed with the introduction of House Bill 4799.

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Attorney General Nessel backs bills to increase penalties for disarming police officers

By I. J. Gardner | Oct 22, 2025

The Michigan House Judiciary Committee has reviewed House Bills 5079 and 5080, which aim to increase penalties for forcibly disarming police officers or causing injury during such incidents.

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Mike Rogers faces criticism over claims on Medicaid impact from GOP tax law

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 22, 2025

In recently released audio from Heartland Signal, former Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers is heard claiming that the GOP tax law will not result in Michiganders losing Medicaid coverage.

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Whitmer signs directive expanding affordable housing outreach for young residents

By F. K. Keen | Oct 22, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed an executive directive aimed at increasing awareness of Michigan’s affordable housing programs, with a particular focus on younger residents.

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I-94/US-127 ramp repairs in Jackson rescheduled for late October

By F. K. Keen | Oct 22, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced that pavement repairs on the westbound I-94 at the Airport Road bridge and the westbound ramps at the US-127/I-94 interchange in Jackson have been rescheduled.

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FOIA request sent to Michigan State University regarding university board member information on October 22, 2025

By A. R. Hartman | Oct 22, 2025

FOIA Request to Michigan State University regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.

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Governor Whitmer highlights new state budget and infrastructure plans across Michigan

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 22, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer visited several Michigan cities on Monday to discuss the recent passage of the state budget, education funding, and a new roads deal.

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Crouse Road bridge demolition scheduled after high-load strike in Livingston County

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 22, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced that demolition of the Crouse Road bridge over US-23 in Livingston County will begin on Friday, October 17.