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Michigan Democrats criticize GOP over potential shutdown impact on state health care

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 10, 2025

Michigan Democratic leaders have criticized Congressional Republicans for actions they say could lead to a federal government shutdown and higher health care costs for Michigan residents.

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Michigan House passes bipartisan budget with increased school funding

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 10, 2025

State Representative Ann Bollin has led the Michigan House in passing a bipartisan state budget that aims to reduce government spending while increasing investments in key areas such as roads, education, and essential services.

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M-123 overpass repairs at I-75 postponed; work now expected in 2026

By F. K. Keen | Oct 10, 2025

Substructure repairs on the M-123 overpass at I-75 in Mackinac County, originally scheduled to begin next week, have been delayed.

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Senator Huizenga supports Michigan’s 2026 budget focusing on families and education

By F. K. Keen | Oct 10, 2025

Senator Mark Huizenga of Walker has issued a statement following his vote in favor of the final passage of Michigan’s fiscal year 2026 state budget.

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Senator Victory backs Michigan’s 2026 budget with focus on roads and tax cuts

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 10, 2025

Senator Roger Victory has announced his support for Michigan's fiscal year 2026 state budget, which he says will invest in local infrastructure, reduce taxes for working families and seniors, and shrink the size of state government. “This is a...

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Who are the former Lansing Metro high school standouts competing in the week of Monday, Oct. 13?

By V. N. Seeley | Oct 10, 2025

During the week beginning Monday, Oct. 13, these former Lansing Metro area high school athletes will be in action.

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Percentage of white students ready for college falls in Okemos Public Schools in 2023-24 school year compared to previous school year

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 9, 2025

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

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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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Secretary Benson visits Flint clinic aiding driver’s license restoration

By F. K. Keen | Oct 9, 2025

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson visited Flint on Wednesday to observe a Road to Restoration clinic, where Michigan Department of State staff and volunteer attorneys assisted residents seeking to restore their driving privileges.

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Three charged with defrauding Michigan Medicaid transportation reimbursement program

By A. U. Ward | Oct 9, 2025

Three individuals have been charged with Medicaid fraud for allegedly exploiting a transportation reimbursement program, according to an announcement from Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

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Marquette man convicted of first-degree criminal sexual conduct dating back to 1990s

By A. U. Ward | Oct 9, 2025

A Marquette resident, Ward Glass, 69, was found guilty by a Houghton County jury on six counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct.

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Congressman Tom Barrett comments on government shutdown and calls for resolution

By V. N. Seeley | Oct 9, 2025

On October 9, 2025, Congressman Tom Barrett addressed recent events through a series of posts concerning an unspecified achievement abroad and developments related to the U.S. government shutdown.

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Michigan Chamber urges swift resolution as federal government shutdown continues

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 9, 2025

The federal government entered a shutdown on October 1, 2025, after Congress and the Trump Administration failed to agree on a Continuing Resolution for funding.

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Michigan legislature votes to decouple from federal tax reforms affecting business taxes

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 9, 2025

Michigan lawmakers have voted to separate the state’s tax code from several federal tax reforms included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).

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Former Detroit bank teller charged with embezzlement and tax violations

By I. J. Gardner | Oct 9, 2025

Rhodesia Jones, a 25-year-old former bank teller from Detroit, was arraigned in the 52-4 District Court in Troy on charges of embezzlement and tax-related offenses.

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Elissa Slotkin addresses mediation progress, constitutional limits, and healthcare concerns

By V. N. Seeley | Oct 9, 2025

Senator Elissa Slotkin posted on October 9, 2025 about diplomatic progress by mediators, executive authority issues related to war powers and President Trump, and challenges faced by constituents struggling with health insurance costs.

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Michigan updates trout fishing rules on several Upper Peninsula inland lakes

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 9, 2025

The Michigan Natural Resources Commission has approved new trout fishing regulations for several inland lakes in the Upper Peninsula, effective October 10, 2025.

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How many H-2A petitions made by Capitol News publication area employers classified under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry were approved during 2024?

By C. B. Dorsey | Oct 8, 2025

In 2024, all of the H-2A petitions filed by Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry an employer in the Capitol News publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

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Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan holds fundraiser with Trump donor linked to city scandals

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 8, 2025

Mike Duggan, mayor of Detroit, is holding a high-profile fundraiser tonight with a donor who contributed $100,000 to the Trump Victory PAC in 2020.

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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.