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News from October 2025

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Mason Public Schools (Ingham) SAT Performance: How many economically disadvantaged students set for college in 2023-24 school year?

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 31, 2025

Economically disadvantaged students' college readiness declined in Mason Public Schools (Ingham) during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

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Michigan Democratic Party announces new Detroit office aimed at community engagement

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 31, 2025

The Michigan Democratic Party is set to open a new office on Woodward Avenue in Detroit next week.

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State agencies urge caution for drivers as clocks shift back in November

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 31, 2025

As Michigan residents prepare to set their clocks back to standard time on Sunday, November 2, state officials are urging drivers to be especially careful of pedestrians and people using bicycles, wheelchairs, skateboards, or other personal...

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Sen. Elissa Slotkin voices concerns over rising health costs and SNAP funding

By V. N. Seeley | Oct 31, 2025

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Michigan Department of State concludes fall college tour offering mobile office services

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 31, 2025

This month, the Michigan Department of State completed its 2025 fall college tour, bringing the Secretary of State Mobile Office and Democracy MVP poll worker recruitment program to 24 colleges and universities across Michigan during September and...

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Dighton man convicted on multiple counts of sexual conduct against minor

By A. U. Ward | Oct 31, 2025

Ryan Beebe, a 35-year-old resident of Dighton, has been convicted by a Wexford County jury on multiple charges related to the sexual abuse of a minor.

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Barrett condemns vandalism at Lansing office following activist rally

By V. N. Seeley | Oct 31, 2025

Congressman Tom Barrett, who represents Michigan’s 7th Congressional District, has issued a statement after his Lansing office was vandalized during a rally organized by the Climate Action Campaign, Michigan Families for Fair Care, and Sierra Club...

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M‑14/I‑96 construction enters final phase for year with new closures announced

By F. K. Keen | Oct 31, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced updates for the ongoing M-14/I-96 reconstruction project in Wayne County, with various lane and ramp closures scheduled through mid-December.

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Federal judge orders USDA to release contingency funds for SNAP after multi-state lawsuit

By I. J. Gardner | Oct 31, 2025

After joining a multi-state lawsuit, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that a federal judge has ordered the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to use $5.25 billion in contingency funds for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance...

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Attorney General Nessel unveils online resource on extreme risk protection orders

By I. J. Gardner | Oct 31, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has introduced a new webpage on Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs), also known as Red Flag Laws, to provide information to Michigan residents about these orders and how they can help prevent gun violence.

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MDOT completes $25.8 million reconstruction of M-72/M-22 corridor

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 31, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) marked the completion of a $25.8 million project to rebuild parts of M-72 and M-22 in Traverse City and Elmwood Township.

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Which Lansing Metro area high school graduates will take part in games in the week starting Monday, Nov. 3?

By V. N. Seeley | Oct 31, 2025

These ex-Lansing Metro area high school standouts will take the field during the week of Monday, Nov. 3.

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Economically disadvantaged students from East Lansing School District had better performance on 2023-24 SAT than previous school year

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 30, 2025

Economically disadvantaged students' college readiness improved in East Lansing School District during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

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Medical technology expansion brings over 100 new jobs to Oakland County

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 30, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that medical technology companies ptMantra and Youngsoft will expand their operations in Wixom, Oakland County.

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John James criticized after missing first GOP gubernatorial primary debate

By F. K. Keen | Oct 30, 2025

John James, a Republican candidate for Michigan governor, did not attend the first GOP primary debate hosted by the Michigan Republican Party.

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Michigan Senate Democrats approve $71M relief package amid federal shutdown threat

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 30, 2025

Michigan Senate Democrats have approved $71 million in emergency funding to support food access for 1.4 million residents, including children, veterans, and seniors who are affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown.

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Michigan Democrats warn of rising ACA premiums after loss of tax credits

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 30, 2025

As the Affordable Care Act (ACA) open enrollment period begins, Michigan Democratic leaders are raising concerns about rising health insurance premiums.

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Westbound I-94 lane closure scheduled in Van Buren County for early November

By F. K. Keen | Oct 30, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced that a section of westbound I-94 in Van Buren County will undergo repaving work starting Sunday, November 2, 2025.

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Attorneys general discuss gun violence reforms in latest podcast episode

By A. U. Ward | Oct 30, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes have addressed the issue of gun violence in a new episode of their podcast, "Pantsuits and Lawsuits."

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OpenAI Stargate project brings record investment and thousands of jobs to Michigan

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 30, 2025

Michigan has been chosen as the site for a major new project by OpenAI, Oracle, and Related Digital.