Thursday marks two years since the mass shooting at Oxford High School on Nov. 30, 2021, that killed four students and injured seven others.
Politics
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Farmers call for federal ‘safety net’ after toxic sludge sinks Michigan cattle farm
Farmers want more testing for PFAS on agricultural land, as well as federal resources to ensure their livelihoods are protected.
Opinion: As teachers, we must listen to our students and encourage them to use their voices
From school boards to legislative chambers, decision makers at all levels of the system can benefit from listening to our young people.
Here’s where the Michigan AG’s sweeping Catholic clergy sex abuse investigation stands
The Michigan Attorney General’s office announced earlier this month that it wrapped up all active cases against clergy members.
Michigan voting rights advocates decry ‘calamitous ruling’ on Voting Rights Act
After a court ruling limiting the scope of the Voting Rights Act, Michigan officials say urgency has increased to pass legislation to protect minority voters.