News
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Free birth control, condoms still available at 300+ locations across Michigan
Free birth control and contraceptives are still widely available this year at more than 300 locations statewide through Michigan’s “Take Control of Your Birth Control” initiative.
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Mid-Michigan nurses union cancels strike after securing better pay, benefits for workers
The labor union that represents thousands of nurses and other healthcare professionals at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow has reached a tentative agreement with their employer, effectively averting a planned, five-day strike.
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Service industry workers testify as lawmakers consider chopping tipped wage and sick leave laws
The newly formed Michigan House Select Committee on Protecting Michigan Employees and Small Businesses was filled with workers from across the state who offered their support to bills to undo a mandate to phase out the tipped wage credit and set requirements for paid sick leave that are set to take effect Feb. 21.
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Senate Minority Leader Nesbitt announces 2026 gubernatorial run
Michigan Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt (R-Porter Twp.) is the first Republican candidate to throw his hat into the ring for Michigan governor in 2026.
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Health insurance costs to climb for 500K Michiganders unless Republicans take action
Over 500,000 Michiganders could face skyrocketing health insurance costs next year as federal tax tax credits are set to expire.
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Oakland County flock culled after confirmation of bird flu
Following confirmation of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), commonly known as bird flu, more than 100 chickens, geese, ducks and other birds at a farm in Waterford Township were culled.
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The Pistons—yes, the Pistons—are emerging as a serious surprise story in the NBA this season
They lead the NBA in wins so far in January and, chances are, you wouldn’t guess which team fits that billing.
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Lions prepare for a new foe in the Commanders instead of a rematch with the Rams or Vikings
The Detroit Lions kicked back and relaxed during a three-day weekend, enjoying the benefits of having the NFC’s No. 1 seed and being one step closer to possibly playing in the Super Bowl.
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Great Lakes region hit hard by steel industry pollution, report finds
Pollution from coal-based steel production causes hundreds of premature deaths each year, with people in Southeast Michigan and elsewhere in the Great Lakes region bearing much of the burden, according to a recent report.
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Discover free nutrition education with MSU’s My Way to Wellness
Learn more about “My Way to Wellness,” MSU’s free and self-paced digital platform for nutrition education.
