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Michigan attorney general clears state trooper in fatal Saginaw bank standoff shooting

By D. T. Byrd | Oct 24, 2025

The Michigan Department of Attorney General has completed its review of the June 27, 2025, fatal shooting involving a Michigan State Police Trooper in Saginaw.

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Cadillac man sentenced up to 30 years for child sexually abusive activity

By D. T. Byrd | Oct 24, 2025

Edward Eugene Smith, 35, formerly of Cadillac, Michigan and most recently living in Seattle, Washington, has been sentenced to 10 to 30 years in prison for crimes committed in 2018 against a 14-year-old victim.

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Economically disadvantaged students from Eaton Rapids Public Schools had worse performance on 2023-24 SAT than previous school year

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 24, 2025

Economically disadvantaged students' college readiness declined in Eaton Rapids Public Schools during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

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Former Lincoln Township police officer charged with falsifying salvage vehicle inspections

By D. T. Byrd | Oct 24, 2025

Former Lincoln Township Police Department Detective Lieutenant Johnathan Chase, age 54, from Stevensville, was arraigned on October 22 in St. Joseph's 5th District Court on several felony charges related to alleged falsification of salvage vehicle...

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State Rep. Joseph Pavlov urges respect for parental rights in Michigan sex education debate

By F. K. Keen | Oct 24, 2025

State Representative Joseph Pavlov, a former teacher, spoke at the latest Michigan State Board of Education meeting to advocate for parental rights and local control in sex education.

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Secretary Benson warns about Department of Justice request for Michigan voter data

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 24, 2025

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has issued a warning to residents regarding efforts by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to obtain personal voter information from the state’s Qualified Voter File (QVF).

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Which former Lansing Metro area high school athletes will be active on Monday, Oct. 27?

By M. G. Mason | Oct 24, 2025

This former Lansing Metro area high school standout will be competing on Monday, Oct. 27.

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Which ex-Lansing Metro area high school athletes are scheduled for action the week starting Monday, Oct. 27?

By V. N. Seeley | Oct 24, 2025

These ex-Lansing Metro area high school standouts will take the field during the week of Monday, Oct. 27.

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Whitmer announces grants for road repairs in 39 small Michigan communities

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 23, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced that 39 villages and small cities in Michigan will receive grants for road repairs through the Community Service Infrastructure Fund (CSIF) Category B program.

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Governor Whitmer announces new appointments across multiple state boards

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 23, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced a series of appointments and reappointments to several state boards and commissions.

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Anne Minard pleads guilty to embezzlement and tax charge in Ingham County

By D. T. Byrd | Oct 23, 2025

Anne Minard, a 38-year-old resident of Bath Township, entered guilty pleas to two felony charges in the 30th Circuit Court in Ingham County.

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M-72 detour scheduled for Oct. 27 as roundabout paving nears completion

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 23, 2025

To complete paving at the new roundabout at the M-72/M-22 intersection in Traverse City and Elmwood Township, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will detour M-72 traffic for one day on Monday, October 27, weather permitting.

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Nesbitt urges use of federal funds for Michigan rural hospital support

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 23, 2025

Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt has called on the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to use funds from the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), made available through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, to support...

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I-496 ramps at Creyts Road in Eaton County set for closure Oct. 30

By D. R. Lanham | Oct 23, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced upcoming ramp closures on I-496 at Creyts Road in Eaton County.

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

By T. M. Preciado | Oct 23, 2025

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

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Nesbitt criticizes end of state-backed Gotion plant project in Michigan

By Y. S. Spence | Oct 23, 2025

Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt has commented on the decision by Michigan Economic Development Corporation officials to end state incentives for the Gotion plant project near Big Rapids.

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Michigan Senate considers new rules for telephone solicitation amid business concerns

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 23, 2025

A Michigan Senate committee is considering new legislation known as the Telephone Solicitation Act, which would introduce additional state-level regulations on telephone solicitation.

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Attorneys general file brief supporting Hawaii's right to regulate firearm permits

By D. T. Byrd | Oct 23, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has led a group of 17 attorneys general in submitting an amicus brief to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

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Michigan pulls support from Gotion EV battery plant amid job creation concerns

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 23, 2025

The Michigan Strategic Fund has officially ended its support for the Gotion Inc. electric vehicle battery parts factory project in Mecosta County, after determining that the company was in default of its obligations under a 2022 grant agreement.

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Senate Republicans urge Governor Whitmer to remove top Michigan State Police officials

By F. K. Keen | Oct 23, 2025

Ten Republican members of the Michigan Senate have formally called on Governor Gretchen Whitmer to remove Michigan State Police Director Col.