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Bill introduced to allow homeschoolers access to public school extracurricular activities

By F. K. Keen | Oct 4, 2025

Senator Joseph Bellino has introduced a bill in the Michigan Senate aimed at allowing homeschooled students to participate in extracurricular activities at their local public schools. “This is about fairness and opportunity,” said Bellino,...

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Michigan lawmakers reach bipartisan budget deal focused on roads and public safety

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 4, 2025

House Republicans in Michigan have announced a budget agreement with the Legislature and the governor that they say will benefit families across the state.

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John James faces criticism after missing GOP forum as primary race intensifies

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 4, 2025

John James, a candidate in the Michigan Republican gubernatorial primary, is facing increased criticism after skipping a recent candidate forum on Mackinac Island.

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College readiness in LifeTech Academy differed among races in school in 2023-24 school year

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 4, 2025

White students' college readiness improved in LifeTech Academy during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

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Congressman Tom Barrett urges end to shutdown affecting veteran services

By M. N. Williams | Oct 4, 2025

Congressman Tom Barrett addressed the October 2025 government shutdown through several social media posts criticizing Senate Democrats' actions and highlighting impacts on veteran services.

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Tariffs blamed for loss of Detroit factory deal and hundreds of jobs

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 4, 2025

At a recent campaign event, Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers defended tariffs implemented during the Trump administration, stating they are "worth the financial strife being put on the American people."

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Michigan farmers face losses as tariffs reduce profits and market access

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 3, 2025

Michigan farmers are facing significant financial challenges as tariffs supported by former GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers impact their operations.

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Nesbitt votes against bipartisan Michigan budget as GOP primary shifts right

By F. K. Keen | Oct 3, 2025

Republican gubernatorial candidate Aric Nesbitt was among a small group of five Republican senators who opposed Michigan’s new state budget, which passed with bipartisan support.

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Sen. Elissa Slotkin discusses administration actions and impacts on Michiganders

By V. N. Seeley | Oct 3, 2025

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Governor Whitmer praises passage of bipartisan Michigan state budget

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 3, 2025

Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer released a statement following the Michigan Legislature's approval of a bipartisan state budget.

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MDOT schedules public hearing on new rules for roadside facilities

By F. K. Keen | Oct 3, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will hold a virtual public hearing to discuss proposed administrative rules for state-maintained roadside facilities.

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Tom Barrett criticizes Senate Democrats over ongoing government shutdown

By M. N. Williams | Oct 3, 2025

Congressman Tom Barrett addressed the ongoing federal government shutdown in a series of posts dated October 2-3, 2025.

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

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 3, 2025

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

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Michigan Senate passes bipartisan budget with record K-12 school funding

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 3, 2025

Senate Democrats in Michigan have approved a bipartisan budget that increases funding for K-12 schools and higher education across the state.

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Michigan Legislature passes bipartisan 2026 budget focused on education funding and healthcare

By F. K. Keen | Oct 3, 2025

Democrats in the Michigan Legislature have passed a bipartisan state budget for the 2026 fiscal year, focusing on maintaining essential services and countering anticipated federal funding cuts.

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Federal court dismisses challenge to Michigan’s constitutional right to reproductive freedom

By D. T. Byrd | Oct 3, 2025

A federal court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Right to Life of Michigan and other anti-abortion plaintiffs that challenged the right to reproductive freedom in the state.

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Michigan Democrats highlight key provisions in new state budget

By F. K. Keen | Oct 3, 2025

With the recent approval of Michigan's state budget, Democratic leaders in Lansing have announced measures aimed at supporting families, seniors, and workers across the state.

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Who are the former Lansing Metro high school standouts competing in the week of Monday, Oct. 6?

By V. N. Seeley | Oct 3, 2025

These ex-Lansing Metro area high school standouts will take the field during the week of Monday, Oct. 6.

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Ethnic disparities found after East Lansing School District SAT results released in 2023-24 school year

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 2, 2025

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

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ACLU files lawsuit challenging ICE detention policy affecting Michigan residents

By L. C. Betz | Oct 2, 2025

The ACLU of Michigan has filed a federal lawsuit seeking the immediate release or bond hearings for eight individuals detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), including a father with leukemia whose medical treatment has been...