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College readiness in Lansing Public School District differed among races in school in 2023-24 school year

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 7, 2025

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

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Northbound US-127 ramp closure set for sign truss installation in Lansing

By F. K. Keen | Oct 6, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced that it will close the northbound US-127 ramp to eastbound I-96 and conduct intermittent closures on US-127 between Holt Road and I-96 for sign truss installation.

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Michigan Democrats warn of higher health premiums amid government shutdown dispute

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 6, 2025

Health care premiums for nearly 500,000 Michigan residents are expected to double on average due to cuts in health care supported by several Republican lawmakers, according to the Michigan Democratic Party.

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Lane closures set for Oct. 20-21 during bridge inspections in two Michigan counties

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 6, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced upcoming lane closures for routine bridge inspections in Shiawassee and Isabella counties.

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Michigan highlights workforce initiatives during National Manufacturing Week

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 6, 2025

Michigan is marking National Manufacturing Week by highlighting the importance of its manufacturing sector and workforce development efforts.

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Rep. Dave Prestin backs bipartisan Michigan budget with focus on road funding

By A. R. Hartman | Oct 6, 2025

State Representative Dave Prestin, a Republican from Cedar River, has announced his support for a bipartisan budget agreement reached last week in Lansing.

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Michigan AG announces DOJ drops plan for immigration-linked restrictions on crime victim aid

By I. J. Gardner | Oct 6, 2025

After participating in a multi-state lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that the DOJ has dropped its plan to impose new conditions on nearly $1.4 billion in Victims of Crime Act...

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Sen. Elissa Slotkin addresses Grand Blanc tragedy and federal policy concerns

By V. N. Seeley | Oct 6, 2025

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Sen. Elissa Slotkin addresses congressional leverage and bipartisan response after Grand Blanc tragedy

By V. N. Seeley | Oct 6, 2025

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I-496 in Lansing to have intermittent closures for Comcast utility work on October 19

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 6, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has granted Comcast a permit to conduct utility work on I-496 at Grand Avenue in Lansing.

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Portage Lake Lift Bridge inspections postponed; new schedule pending

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 6, 2025

Routine inspections of the Portage Lake Lift Bridge, which connects Houghton and Hancock, have been postponed.

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Genevieve Peters Scott challenges Mike Rogers in Michigan GOP Senate primary

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 6, 2025

Genevieve Peters Scott has announced her candidacy for the Republican nomination in Michigan’s U.S. Senate race, directly challenging Mike Rogers.

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Michigan Democrats raise concerns over Southfield city clerk candidate's ties to 2020 lawsuit

By F. K. Keen | Oct 6, 2025

In the race for Southfield city clerk, Gabi Grossbard is running as a candidate whose past actions and affiliations have raised concerns among local Democrats.

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Senator Thomas Albert criticizes sustainability of newly approved Michigan state budget

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 6, 2025

State Senator Thomas Albert, a Republican from Lowell, commented on the Michigan Legislature’s recent approval of the 2025-26 state budget.

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Webber supports bipartisan state budget with local investments in defense, schools, safety

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 6, 2025

Senator Michael Webber voted in favor of the Michigan Senate’s fiscal year 2026 budget on Friday, emphasizing the plan’s balanced approach and targeted investments for communities in his district. “Like families all over Michigan, state government...

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Michigan lawmakers approve reduced state budget with major increase in road funding

By F. K. Keen | Oct 6, 2025

Upper Peninsula lawmakers have released the details of Michigan's newly finalized state budget and road funding agreement, following an extension beyond the original deadline.

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Rep. Donni Steele announces record local road funding in new state budget

By F. K. Keen | Oct 6, 2025

State Representative Donni Steele, who leads the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State and Local Transportation, announced that Michigan will allocate nearly $2 billion in ongoing local road funding following the passage of the state budget.

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Bellino votes against Michigan budget citing business taxes and local government cuts

By F. K. Keen | Oct 6, 2025

Senator Joseph Bellino voted against Michigan’s fiscal year 2026 budget plan, expressing concern over increased taxes on businesses and significant cuts to local government funding.

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College readiness in Holt Public Schools differed among races in school in 2023-24 school year

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 5, 2025

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

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Sen. Elissa Slotkin addresses bipartisan budget talks and recent attacks on religious groups

By V. N. Seeley | Oct 5, 2025

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