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Elissa Slotkin raises concerns over military leadership changes and federal policy decisions

By Capitol News | Nov 4, 2025

Sen.

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Delta County woman pleads guilty to Medicaid fraud; sentencing set for December

By Capitol News | Nov 4, 2025

A Delta County woman has pleaded guilty to two counts of felony Medicaid Fraud as a habitual second offender, according to an announcement from Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

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Sen. Elissa Slotkin highlights health care costs and environmental concerns in recent posts

By Capitol News | Nov 4, 2025

Senator Elissa Slotkin used social media on November 4, 2025 to spotlight rising health insurance premiums faced by constituents, ongoing defense projects at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, and bipartisan concerns over PFAS contamination in...

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Percentage of economically disadvantaged students ready for college falls in Holt Public Schools in 2023-24 school year compared to previous school year

By T. M. Preciado | Nov 4, 2025

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

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Michigan launches 'Squid Game'-inspired social media campaign against scams

By Capitol News | Nov 4, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced a new consumer protection campaign inspired by the Netflix series "Squid Game."

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Michigan suspends St. Clair County car dealership license over repeated code violations

By Capitol News | Nov 4, 2025

The Michigan Department of State (MDOS) has suspended the license of LaFontaine Chevrolet Buick GMC of St. Clair, Inc., a vehicle dealership located at 3050 King Rd. in China Township, Michigan.

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Senator Webber says MDHHS failed mental health patients following critical audit

By Capitol News | Nov 4, 2025

Senator Michael Webber, Minority Vice Chair of the Senate Health Policy Committee, testified before the House Oversight Committee on Tuesday regarding a state audit that criticized the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) for...

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Governor Whitmer orders flags lowered statewide to honor former Vice President Dick Cheney

By Capitol News | Nov 4, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has directed that U.S. and Michigan flags at the State Capitol Complex and on all public buildings and grounds across Michigan be lowered to half-staff in honor of former Vice President Dick Cheney, following federal law.

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Michigan joins multi-state lawsuit over changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness rules

By Capitol News | Nov 3, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, along with attorneys general from 21 other states and the District of Columbia, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education.

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Ethnic disparities found after Waverly Community Schools SAT results released in 2023-24 school year

By T. M. Preciado | Nov 3, 2025

White students' college readiness improved in Waverly Community Schools during the 2023-24 school year, compared to previous school year.

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Attorney General Nessel addresses concerns over delayed SNAP payments in Michigan

By Capitol News | Nov 3, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has responded to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) recent decision regarding Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for November.

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Congressman Tom Barrett criticizes Democrats amid government shutdown and visits Morrice High School

By Capitol News | Nov 3, 2025

Congressman Tom Barrett posted several statements on X in early November criticizing Democratic lawmakers over a government shutdown while also highlighting a visit with civics students at Morrice High School.

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Former corrections officer charged with criminal sexual conduct at women’s prison

By Capitol News | Nov 3, 2025

A former corrections officer at the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility, Joshua Lee, 22, of Wyandotte, has been charged with four counts of Second-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct (State Prisoner), each carrying a potential 15-year sentence.

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Sen. Elissa Slotkin criticizes administration's foreign policy and raises domestic concerns

By Capitol News | Nov 3, 2025

Senator Elissa Slotkin posted several statements on social media in early November addressing both U.S.-Romania relations and domestic political tensions involving former President Donald Trump.

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College readiness in Stockbridge Community Schools differed among races in school in 2023-24 school year

By T. M. Preciado | Nov 2, 2025

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

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Sen. Elissa Slotkin criticizes Trump and addresses US troop withdrawal from Romania

By A. R. Hartman | Nov 2, 2025

On November 2, 2025, Sen.

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Tom Barrett addresses government shutdown blame and advocates for Great Lakes icebreaker

By Capitol News | Nov 2, 2025

Congressman Tom Barrett shared views on responsibility for the government shutdown and discussed plans for upgrading Great Lakes infrastructure in tweets posted on November 1-2, 2025.

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Michigan lawmakers hold event supporting second amendment rights at state capitol

By D. R. Lanham | Nov 1, 2025

State Representatives James DeSana, Joseph Fox, Mike Hoadley, and Steve Carra organized the “Michigan Defenders of the 2nd Amendment” event on the east steps of the Michigan State Capitol.

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Hoitenga introduces bill for greater oversight of Michigan utility rate increases

By D. R. Lanham | Nov 1, 2025

State Senator Michele Hoitenga has introduced new legislation aimed at increasing transparency and legislative oversight in the process of utility rate increases across Michigan. “Michigan families and small businesses are tired of seeing their...

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Rep. DeBoyer criticizes Michigan State Police leadership amid lawsuits and calls for resignation

By Y. S. Spence | Nov 1, 2025

House Oversight Committee Chair Jay DeBoyer has criticized the leadership of the Michigan State Police (MSP) following recent reports of ongoing scandals within the department.