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Michigan Doubles Down on Free Community College
Building on the success of a $140 million investment, Michigan is making community college free to hundreds of thousands more students by expanding the Michigan Reconnect program.
Michigan Mingling: 15 Cheap and Free Places to Make Friends This Summer
Summer in Michigan may be short, but the friendships you build don’t have to be. Here are some free and cheap ways to meet new people this summer.
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.
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.
Michigan Lawmakers Eye New Bills to Bolster Reproductive Freedom
Several Michigan lawmakers joined their colleagues in other states at the White House Thursday to talk about victories and barriers in expanding access to reproductive health care.
‘Cancer-Free Camping’ Bill to Keep Toxic Chemical Coatings Off Tents Advances in Michigan Senate
New legislation from Sen. Jeff Irwin (D-Ann Arbor) aims to update the state’s fire code to make tent camping safer for Michiganders.
20 Free College Programs in Michigan That You Need to Know About
Public universities, private colleges, and community colleges are all teaming together to make college more affordable for Michiganders. See if you or a loved one qualify for any of Michigan’s tuition-free offers.
Michigan National Guard Spouses and Children to Get Cheap (or Free) College Under New Law
New legislation will make it easier for Michigan National Guard spouses and their children to earn a cheap college degree or professional certificate—no strings attached.
Want a Bunch of Free Weed? One Michigan Cannabis Company Is Straight-Up Giving Away Joints.
Redemption Cannabis is giving away a carton of pre-rolled joints to one lucky winner—and there’s only one way to win the big prize.
Democrats Take More Action to Protect Reproductive Freedoms in Michigan
Democrats are continuing to protect abortion rights in Michigan this week as state lawmakers advance a bill that outlaws companies from retaliating against employees who receive abortions.
Some Michigan Prisoners May Receive ‘Second Look’ at Freedom Under New State Legislation
Legislation from three Democratic lawmakers could open the door for some non-violent criminals to be released early from prison.
Gifts, Freebies, and Festivals: 24 Ways to Celebrate 420 in Michigan
In celebration of this very special day, we’ve rounded up the coolest and most unique ways to partake in 420 in Michigan this year.
State of the State: Whitmer to Call for Free Pre-K for All 4-Year-Olds
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is expected to announce a plan during her State of the State speech Wednesday to provide prekindergarten education for all 4-year-olds in Michigan in an attempt to help families with rising costs.
Quick Answers About Doing Your Taxes (and How to Get Them Done for Free)
Dreading filing your taxes? You’re not alone. Let us make it a little easier with this list of answers to common questions about tax season, including Michigan-specific information and help.
Op-Ed: ‘Here’s what happened last week when I tried to speak on reproductive freedom in the Michigan House’ – Rep. Carol Glanville (D-Walker)
“With no voting days scheduled before November, it was likely our last stand to try to restore women’s rights in Michigan that have rolled back 50 years.”
7 Must-Visit Michigan Destinations You Can Get Into for Free
There’s no shortage of fun (and free) things to do in Michigan this fall.
Michigan Women Fight for Reproductive Freedom—1 Chat at a Time
Michigan is one of a handful of places where reproductive freedom will be on the ballot in November, after the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in June and left the issue to states to decide. A ban approved in 1931 was suspended, then struck down by state court rulings—but it is no guarantee that the procedure won’t one day be outlawed.
Proposed National Abortion Ban Highlights Future of Reproductive Freedom Under GOP Leadership
Recently proposed legislation makes clear that Republican lawmakers—including those from Michigan—would curtail reproductive freedoms if they take control of Congress. And for voters, that means the future of abortion care will be decided at the polls in November.
Meet MI Leader: Rosemary Bayer Eyes Progress on Education and Reproductive Freedom
Rosemary Bayer wants to turn post-Roe panic into action this November. She has her sights set on taking reproductive freedom to the Legislature in Michigan.
Michiganders Will Have the Chance to Vote on Reproductive Freedom in November After High Court Ruling
All Michiganders who are registered to vote—not just politicians and judges—will decide whether reproductive freedoms are constitutionally protected in the state at the General Election on Nov. 8.
Michigan Court to Decide Ballot Question on Reproductive Freedom
Activists on Thursday asked the Michigan Supreme Court to approve a November ballot initiative that would allow voters to have a say on whether reproductive rights are protected in Michigan.
Man Exonerated of 4 Killings Offers Free Gas in Detroit
Drivers lined up early Tuesday to get free gas in Detroit from a man who spent eight years in prison before he was cleared of four killings.
Election Guide: Where Do Michigan’s Candidates Stand on Reproductive Freedom?
MICHIGAN—Abortion access has become a top election issue for many Michigan voters following the US Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Candidates for governor and attorney general on both sides of the aisle have voiced strong feelings on the issue while a...
Free Tickets: 20+ Michigan Museums Friendly for Both Family and Budget
Michigan has plenty of budget-friendly options for experiential learning— including free museums.
Whitmer Promises to Protect Freedom of Out-of-State Abortion Patients
Michigan will not comply with requests from other states to extradite abortion patients.
Want to Fight for Reproductive Freedom? Here’s One Way to Get Involved.
The Democratic Party’s “Defend Choice” Week of Action includes a new TV ad in Michigan that directs viewers to go to DefendChoice.org to get involved in the nationwide effort to protect abortion access. Are you angry that the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade,...
Michigan Reproductive Freedom Petition Breaks Signature Record – and Heads for 2022 Ballot
The “Reproductive Freedom for All” petition has collected the most signatures of any ballot initiative in Michigan history, putting abortion rights on the 2022 ballot.
Biden to award Medal of Freedom to Biles, McCain, Giffords
President Joe Biden will present the nation’s highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, to 17 people, including Simone Biles, Megan Rapinoe, Denzel Washington, and John McCain.
Misinformation Spreads Amid Legal Battle for Reproductive Freedom
Citing “confusion” over the legality abortions in Michigan, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has asked the state Supreme Court to weigh in—and quickly.