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Michigan parents to Whitmer: Don’t sign us up for Trump’s vouchers
| March 23, 2026
Over 60% of Michigan voters already rejected a Betsy DeVos voucher scheme. Now, Trump’s trying to bring it back—and Michiganders are telling Whitmer to make sure he keeps his hands off the Mitten’s schools.One man is rolling thousands of joints so Michigan can crown its best weed
| March 23, 2026
A new weed competition is ditching sloppy pre-rolls, standardizing everything, and handing Michiganders the power to decide the winners.8 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
| March 23, 2026
Michigan cannabis news never slow down. And this past week brought a little bit of everything.New bill would implement driving test for drivers 75 and older
| March 23, 2026
A new bill introduced in Michigan would require drivers aged 75 and older to take vision, written knowledge and driving skills tests to renew their license.11 events worth your time this weekend in Michigan (March 20-22, 2026)
| March 20, 2026
Welcome to your weekend plans. This week’s highlights include music festivals across the state, as well as an event serving up bull testicles as the main course (yes, really), and a parade in Detroit to banish an evil red dwarf. As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions! If you know of an upcoming event […]State Sen. Darrin Camilleri joins push to block ICE detention center in Romulus
| March 19, 2026
As federal immigration officials move forward with plans to convert a massive warehouse near Detroit Metro Airport into a 500-bed detention center, state Sen. Darrin Camilleri (D-Trenton) says Downriver communities are already feeling the impact.Exclusive: El-Sayed and McMorrow open up about Michigan’s high-stakes US Senate race
| March 19, 2026
The race for an open US Senate seat in Michigan is already drawing national attention. And two Democrats who are hoping to win it are now laying out their case to voters.Your family-friendly Michigan Spring Break staycation itinerary
| March 19, 2026
Staying home this spring break? Us too! Follow our family of seven’s spring break Michigan staycation itinerary to join in on the fun.Your weekly guide to taking action in Michigan (March 20-26)
| March 18, 2026
A weekly roundup of Michigan protests, political events, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide–Friday, March 20 through Thursday, March 26.The fascinating origin story of Kalamazoo’s name
| March 17, 2026
With a history of settlers dating back over 11,000 years, Kalamazoo and its river have a rich history that may have influenced its name.Marche du Nain Rouge 2026: Detroit’s quirky festival celebrating a mythical red dwarf
| March 17, 2026
Dress up in your quirkiest costumes and venture out to find the infamous Nain Rouge, who has kept Detroiters on their toes for generations.Two Michigan strains that reminded me what good weed is supposed to be
| March 16, 2026
Two strains from Local Grove prove that high-quality Michigan weed is still out there—if you know where to look.
MICHIGAN LIFE
HISTORY
That one time in Michigan: When a fire burned the Thumb off the map
| March 2, 2026
One of our state’s most destructive natural disasters struck in 1881. Explore the history of this tragedy, which killed hundreds of Michiganders.After 150 years, missing Lake Michigan shipwreck, Lac La Belle found
| February 19, 2026
For more than 150 years, the passenger steamer Lac La Belle had been missing in the depths of Lake Michigan. Now, one of the most sought-after missing ships has been found.5 times labor unions made history in Michigan
| February 19, 2026
Labor reform and Michigan go hand-in-hand. Take a trip through history to explore the legacy of Michigan labor unions and their enduring benefits for workers.13 notable stops along Michigan’s Underground Railroad
| February 9, 2026
Did you know that Michigan was home to over 200 stops on the Underground Railroad? We traced our state’s history in facilitating steps to freedom.That one time in Michigan: When marijuana was legal for 22 days in 1972
| January 27, 2026
Explore the unique history of cannabis in Michigan, from a star-studded Ann Arbor rally to a three-week reprieve from marijuana laws in the 1970s.That one time in Michigan: When it was the first English-speaking government to abolish the death penalty
| January 7, 2026
In Michigan, a death penalty ban was established before official statehood. Here’s how this restriction came to be and what it means for modern law.‘The legend lives on’: Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald still resonates 50 years later
| November 10, 2025
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.New book shows how Mackinac Island became tourism gem
| November 3, 2025
A new book explores how Mackinac Island and the surrounding Straits region became a hub for travelers from across the country.
