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  1. michigan

    Michigan officials say Trump’s trade war is raising prices. Voters say they feel it.

    A new state analysis details widespread cost increases tied to tariffs, as Michigan voters report feeling the strain in their grocery bills, housing budgets, and daily expenses.
  2. We’ll be honest: Winter in Michigan may not always feel so beautiful, but during the holidays, it can feel downright magical.

    12 magical winter festivals in Michigan to attend

    Featuring snow tubing, world-renowned ice sculptures, lighted parades, and plenty of hot cocoa, here are 12 of the most magical winter festivals in Michigan.
  3. Take a trip down memory lane to learn more about Faygo—and don’t be surprised if you’re thirsty by the end!

    That One Time in Michigan: When immigrant brothers turned frosting recipes into Faygo

    Where did Michigan’s most iconic pop get its start? Take a trip down memory lane to learn more about Faygo—and don’t be surprised if you’re thirsty by the end!
  4. 1 in 7 children in Michigan is food insecure, but you can help feed families by supporting local food pantries and aid organizations.

    12 Michigan food pantries to donate your time, money, & food to this holiday season

    1 in 7 children in Michigan is food insecure, but you can help feed families by supporting local food pantries and aid organizations.
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    WATCH: Michigan lawmakers fight back against scammers

    Tired of spam calls and texts? Michigan lawmakers are too.
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    WATCH: Why Michigander’ health insurance rates are exploding

    What happens when Congress drops the ball? Michiganders pay the price.
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    WATCH: State Senate candidate says MI must stand up to Trump

    Justin Onwenu says it’s time for Michigan leaders to "speak truth to power."
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    Justin Onwenu vows to break Michigan’s political ‘doom loop’

    This Democratic candidate for Michigan Senate wants to bring more transparency and accountability to state government.
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    WATCH: Meta’s ‘teen safety’ tools are failing Michigan youth

    While Michigan Republicans claim that passing laws that require age verification to access social media will help combat the state’s youth mental health crisis, local parents and cybersecurity experts believe that it’s only scratching the surface.
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    Meta’s ‘teen safety’ tools are failing Michigan kids—and Republicans aren’t helping

    Parents and cybersecurity experts want Michigan lawmakers to hold companies like Meta accountable when their platforms fail to keep their pledges to keep kids safe.
  11. election

    Michigan Senate passes petition collection, election disinformation reforms

    The fight against election disinformation and changes to Michigan’s petition circulation process cleared the upper chamber of the state Legislature on Thursday.
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    MAP: 12 Michigan events to check out this weekend (Nov. 14-16)

    Highlights include comic-cons in Michigan's two largest cities, a Bigfoot festival Up North, and more.

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    ‘The legend lives on’: Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald still resonates 50 years later

    This year marks the 50th anniversary of the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, the largest and most famous of the estimated 6,500 ships that have gone down in the Great Lakes.
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    New book shows how Mackinac Island became tourism gem

    A new book explores how Mackinac Island and the surrounding Straits region became a hub for travelers from across the country.
  3. Journey beneath the waves of Lake Michigan to learn about a centuries-old secret—from Stonehenge to the Great Lakes.

    That one time in Michigan: When an ancient, Stonehenge-like structure was discovered in Lake Michigan

    Journey beneath the waves of Lake Michigan to learn about a centuries-old secret—from Stonehenge to the Great Lakes.
  4. In the mood to explore Michigan’s darker, more mysterious history? We’ve got you covered with seven unusual, odd, and downright eerie tidbits of Michigan lore that history textbooks leave out.

    7 creepy facts about Michigan they don’t teach you in school

    Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season with seven creepy (or simply unexplained) facts about Michigan that textbooks ignore. 
  5. The Great Michigan Pizza Funeral is just as delightfully bizarre as it sounds—and it might just make you reconsider your disposal methods next time the grocery store sends a recall alert.

    That one time in Michigan: When an official funeral was held for frozen pizzas

    The next time you’re forced to discard a recalled product, draw inspiration from one of Michigan’s most inventive pizza producers.
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    Great Lakes features mystery triangle blamed for disappearances. Is the legend true?

    Beware when heading out onto Lake Michigan—legend says ships are known to vanish in what's known as the Lake Michigan Triangle.
  7. hollywood and independent films have portrayed the collective efforts of working people on screen for years

    5 unsung films that dramatize America’s rich labor history

    Hollywood studios and independent producers have long depicted the collective efforts of working people to improve their lives and gain a voice in their workplaces and the larger society.
  8. the st clair has an impressive world record

    St. Clair: The storybook Michigan town with a surprising world record

    St. Clair, Michigan, not only exudes charm and offers plenty of adventures, but it also boasts an impressive world record.

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