2023
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Michigan’s 2nd Breast Milk Bank Opens in Jackson
Henry Ford Health says the need for breast milk in the area is especially significant, as Jackson County has some of Michigan’s highest infant mortality rates.
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Michigan Supreme Court to Take Up Minimum Wage Case—and Possibly Put More Money in Your Pocket
The minimum wage in Michigan is up in the air. And within the next few months, the state Supreme Court will decide where it lands.
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The Detroit Lions Are Wheeling Out a New Helmet, With Shades of the Past
The alternate look is the first non-silver helmet for the team since the 1950s.
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‘Obvious Forgeries’ in Republican Gubernatorial Campaigns Lead to Felony Charges
After phony signatures roiled the political campaigns of five gubernatorial candidates last year, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed felony charges against three people who are allegedly responsible for orchestrating the scheme.
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The surprising history behind these 7 Michigan college mascots
Whether they’re being goofy on the field or inspiring loyalty to our team, college mascots have, er, big shoes to fill. But how are these powerful symbols created?
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Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito Under Fire for Accepting Luxury Fishing Trip From Conservative Donor
A few years after Alito reportedly took a trip to Alaska paid for by Republican donor Paul Singer, the Supreme Court issued a ruling in a case involving Singer that netted his hedge fund $2.4 billion.
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One Year Later: Whitmer Vows to Keep Up Fight for Reproductive Freedom in Michigan
Michiganders have never lost access to reproductive health care since the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. But state lawmakers say there’s still more work to be done.
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Wildfires and Extreme Weather Prompt Michigan Lawmakers to Debut New Clean Energy Plan
Democrats in the Michigan House are responding to wildfires and extreme weather events in recent months by putting forth a set of bills that would seek to move Michigan’s energy sector to carbon-free alternatives and prioritize energy efficiency programming for low-income communities.
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New Republican Budget Plan Would Eliminate Free School Meals, Cut Social Security and Medicare
The new proposal from a group of 176 House Republicans would raise the retirement age for Social Security and Medicare, ban free school meals for students, cut spending on food aid, and more.
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Step up Your (Fun) Game: Register Now for 10 Unforgettable 5Ks, Fun Runs, and Cycling Events in Michigan
Costumes, colors, glowsticks, and even yoga—here are some athletic events in Michigan to get you moving by adding extra fun.
