2023

Michigan farmers want state lawmakers to go up to bat against corporate monopolies that are making it overly difficult—and expensive—to repair their own equipment.  MICHIGAN—Manufacturers of agricultural equipment don’t always make it easy for farmers to complete their own repairs. The diagnostic software and parts used in those closed systems are often restricted—and that’s by…

During the pandemic, despite challenges for families economically and in health care and education, Michigan saw some key improvements in lowering poverty levels, according to the Michigan League for Public Policy’s Kids Count report released Wednesday.

The US Air Force promised to take immediate action to mitigate groundwater contamination at Wurtsmith Air Force Base in Iosco County. State leaders and activists think it’s an important—but long overdue—step to protect the community.

Legislation introduced this month by US Rep. Elissa Slotkin aims to expand federal resources for American farmers—and help protect their crops from things like weather and pests.

While hip-hop is rooted in New York City culture, several Michiganders have contributed to its legacy. And many current and former state and local elected officials say the genre has influenced their lives.

Vivek Ramaswamy, Ron DeSantis, Tim Scott, Doug Burgum, Nikki Haley, and Mike Pence all pledged to support the former president even if he’s convicted for the many crimes he’s been charged with.

Three men accused of aiding a plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer were anarchists who considered themselves “the new founding fathers” and were preparing for bloodshed, a prosecutor told jurors Wednesday.

With about three weeks until contracts expire with Detroit’s three automakers, the head of the United Auto Workers union says bargaining isn’t going well.

The Michigan Court of Appeals has upheld a decision striking down state water rules designed to limit exposure to household and industrial chemicals known as PFAS, which are commonly referred to as forever chemicals. The rules, however, will remain in effect until all appeals are exhausted.