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Sterling Heights police officers bound over for trial on assault charges

By D. T. Byrd | Sep 19, 2025

Two Sterling Heights police officers, James Sribniak and Jack Currie, have been ordered to stand trial in Macomb County's 16th Circuit Court following an incident involving the pursuit and apprehension of a Roseville man in February 2024.

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Court blocks USDA from demanding sensitive data on SNAP recipients

By I. J. Gardner | Sep 19, 2025

A federal court has issued a temporary restraining order preventing the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) from requiring states to submit sensitive personal information about recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program...

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Which Lansing Metro area high school alumni will be active during the week beginning Monday, Sept. 22?

By V. N. Seeley | Sep 19, 2025

These ex-Lansing Metro area high school standouts will take the field during the week of Monday, Sept. 22.

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Congressman Tom Barrett announces passage of veteran-focused bill and marks Air Force anniversary

By A. R. Hartman | Sep 18, 2025

Congressman Tom Barrett shared updates on September 18, highlighting bipartisan support for his veterans’ legislation and commemorating the U.S. Air Force's anniversary.

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Sen. Elissa Slotkin calls for bipartisan action on health care ahead of funding deadline

By V. N. Seeley | Sep 18, 2025

Senator Elissa Slotkin used social media posts dated September 17 and September 18, 2025, to highlight her focus on protecting affordable health care and urging bipartisan cooperation as a major funding deadline approaches.

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Congressman Tom Barrett highlights tax cuts and veterans’ digital services in latest posts

By A. R. Hartman | Sep 17, 2025

Congressman Tom Barrett used social media on September 17, 2025, to discuss recent tax relief efforts benefiting Michigan families and highlight bipartisan legislation supporting veterans’ access to digital communications from the VA.

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Attorney General Nessel pledges action on new DTE Gas rate hike proposal

By D. R. Lanham | Sep 17, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced her intention to intervene in the next DTE Gas rate hike case before the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC).

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Attorneys general challenge Trump administration over use of national guard in D.C

By D. T. Byrd | Sep 17, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief supporting the District of Columbia’s lawsuit against the Trump Administration’s deployment of National Guard troops to D.C. without...

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Congressman Tom Barrett marks Constitution Day and welcomes Vice President Vance in Michigan

By A. R. Hartman | Sep 17, 2025

Congressman Tom Barrett shared recent updates via social media between September 16-17, including a radio interview link, a message commemorating Constitution Day reflecting on his public service oaths, and a welcome message for Vice President...

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Rep. Mueller addresses concerns over state police budget impact

By V. N. Seeley | Sep 17, 2025

State Rep. Mike Mueller, chair of the Michigan House Appropriations Subcommittee on State Police, has responded to comments from Col.

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Who among former Lansing Metro area high school athletes will be active on Saturday, Sept. 20?

By M. G. Mason | Sep 17, 2025

These former Lansing Metro high school stars set for games on Saturday, Sept. 20.

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Higher college readiness rates among Insight School of Michigan students in 2023-24 school year

By V. J. Stevenson | Sep 16, 2025

Insight School of Michigan ranked the 53rd lowest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.

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Sen. Elissa Slotkin shares intel briefing and reflects on Carl Levin's approach

By V. N. Seeley | Sep 16, 2025

Senator Elissa Slotkin posted updates on September 16, inviting viewers to watch her intelligence briefing and praising Carl Levin's bipartisan legacy.

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Chamber advocates for postmark rule in Michigan property tax payments

By J. F. Curtis | Sep 16, 2025

The House Finance Committee recently began hearings on HB4799, known as the Post Mark Bill, which seeks to amend the General Property Tax Act in Michigan.

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Cadillac man convicted after extradition under Operation Survivor Justice

By Y. S. Spence | Sep 16, 2025

Edward Eugene Smith, 34, who previously lived in Cadillac and more recently in Seattle, was convicted by plea on September 12 in the 28th Circuit Court in Wexford County for crimes committed against a 15-year-old victim in 2018.

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Sen. Elissa Slotkin addresses Carl Levin tribute and Supreme Court decision on ICE profiling

By A. R. Hartman | Sep 16, 2025

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Congressman Tom Barrett highlights defense investments and aviation safety initiatives

By M. N. Williams | Sep 16, 2025

Congressman Tom Barrett used social media on September 16, 2025 to discuss his support for defense spending increases, local manufacturing partnerships such as Precise Power Systems in Howell, Michigan, and new legislation focused on improving...

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Congressman Tom Barrett discusses defense act, AI in veterans’ health care, and local transit

By M. N. Williams | Sep 15, 2025

Congressman Tom Barrett shared recent updates about his legislative initiatives between September 14-15, including efforts related to national defense policy, transportation infrastructure in Michigan, and artificial intelligence applications for...

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Sen. Elissa Slotkin addresses vaccine policy and healthcare legislation in recent posts

By V. N. Seeley | Sep 15, 2025

Senator Elissa Slotkin shared updates on September 15, addressing vaccine policies under Secretary Kennedy, commemorating an event at Wayne State University Law School, and advocating for expanded Medicare coverage for genetic testing.

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Lansing Public School District students ranked the 67th lowest statewide in college readiness in 2023-24 school year

By V. J. Stevenson | Sep 15, 2025

Lansing Public School District ranked the 67th lowest in college readiness statewide, based on its students’ performance on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing portion of the 2023-24 SAT.