2023
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8 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
There’s never a shortage of headlines from Michigan’s cannabis industry as the state inches closer to becoming the nation’s weed capital.
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Deal announced after 11-week Blue Cross Blue Shield strike
The United Auto Workers union reached a tentative agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) and its HMO subsidiary, Blue Care Network.
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New technology installed beneath Detroit street can charge electric vehicles as they drive
Crews have installed what’s billed as the nation’s first wireless-charging public roadway for electric vehicles beneath a street just west of downtown Detroit.
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That one time in Michigan: When we created Little Bavaria
The story of Frankenmuth. With Thanksgiving behind us, many people around the state are already in full-on holiday mode, putting up lights and their Christmas trees. And here in Michigan, there’s one place in particular that’s synonymous with the holiday—Frankenmuth. But beyond having such a close connection to the holidays—including boasting the world’s largest Christmas…
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New clean energy laws to cut utility bills for Michiganders
Clean energy standards signed into law are poised to accelerate Michigan’s transition to cleaner—and much more affordable—energy for all Michigan families.
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Michigan deer accidents at decade high—check the hotspots
These Michigan counties logged over 1,000 vehicle crashes involving deer in 2022. Here’s what you can do to help avoid them.
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Unveiling Lansing’s treasures: 4 captivating and surprising historical insights
These four facts about Lansing delve into the city’s fascinating past.
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New Michigan law refocuses classrooms on student growth—not the highest test scores
A new state law will cut ‘red tape’ in public schools and ensure teachers spend more time teaching their students instead of teaching to the test.
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Michigan to join effort to regulate deepfake political ads
Michigan is joining an effort to curb deceptive uses of artificial intelligence and manipulated media through state-level policies ahead of the 2024 elections.
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12 candidates run for two empty House seats in Michigan
Six candidates apiece have filed for the two open seats in the state House of Representatives, with the special elections set for next year.
