A new state psychiatric hospital in Caro will offer more options for Michigan families in need of inpatient, behavioral health care, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Monday.
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Charges Dropped Against Man Who Served 21 Years in Prison for Deaths of 2 Michigan Hunters
Prosecutors dropped murder charges Thursday against a man who spent nearly 21 years in prison for the fatal shooting of two Michigan hunters.
UPDATE: A Kid From Michigan Made It to the Spelling Bee Finals. Here’s How He Did.
Michigan has the fifth-highest total of competitors still around at the quarterfinal stage.
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.
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Fund New Electric Vehicle Corridor Between Michigan and Canada
The corridor will stretch nearly 900 miles from Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Quebec City, and will feature EV charging stations about every 50 miles.
A Dozen Quick Hits of Cannabis News from Across Michigan
Cannabis is a pretty big deal in Michigan—and there’s never a shortage of newsworthy headlines from the industry as the state inches closer to becoming the nation’s weed capital.
28 Michigan Dispensaries That Are Open Late
Looking for 24-hour weed shops in Michigan? We’ve rounded up our favorite recreational and medicinal shops to save you from having to search “open now near me” again.
Michiganders Urge Lawmakers to Take More Action to Rid ‘Forever Chemicals’ From Drinking Water
Environmental activists have new policy demands amid ongoing budget discussions—now with at least two-thirds of the counties in Michigan home to a site contaminated by toxic PFAS chemicals.
7 of the Best Public Universities in Michigan
Beginning your college search? Michigan is home to several top public universities that offer excellent academic programs, a vibrant campus life, and so much more.
7 Gift Ideas for Michigan Moms Who Love Weed
From relaxing spa products to enticing edibles, here’s our list of the best weed-themed gifts for mom.
10 of the Coolest Homes—with the Coolest Histories—in Michigan
Here in Michigan, the industrial revolution transformed tinkerers into tycoons—and their historic homes range from classic Victorian showpieces to modern marvels. So if you’re looking for a bit of architectural inspiration with a side of history, look no further than these 10 homes in Michigan that have a story to tell!
Republican Infighting Devolves Into Skirmish at Northern Michigan Bar
A new video shared on social media this week offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into how the Michigan Republican Party is handling its newfound life under the leadership of noted conspiracy theorist and recently elected party chairwoman Kristina Karamo.
What Michigan Has Gotten Out Of Biden’s Infrastructure Law (So Far)
In Michigan, 208 infrastructure projects have been announced so far, and more are in the works. Here’s a look at the work that’s being done in the Great Lakes State and how it helps Michiganders.
Business Expansion Projects Spell Hundreds of New Jobs for Michiganders
Several new business expansion projects fueled by state grants and tax incentives will create hundreds of jobs, and help strengthen Michigan’s role in the semiconductor and electric vehicle manufacturing industry, state officials announced this week.
From a Reader: I was trapped on the highway during the Tucson spill. Now, I won’t stay silent about similar dangers in Michigan.
Michigander Christopher Cosmos was stuck in traffic after an overturned truck spilled hazardous materials onto a highway in Arizona. He’s sharing his experiences—and his desire for more regulations—in hopes that the next disaster can be avoided.
Throwback to 1980: Remembering the First Time Prince Performed in Detroit
On March 23, 1980, the late recording artist Prince performed for the first time in Detroit. The concert stop was during Rick James’ “Fire It Up” tour at Cobo Arena.
Michiganders Bought 180 Tons of Weed Last Month. Who is Distributing it All?
Behind every cannabis venture is a fleet of discreet cargo vans, whizzing down the highways with hundreds of pounds of marijuana.
Need to Get Outside? These 15 Michigan State Parks Are a Half-Hour Away or Less
Fun fact: Throughout most of Michigan, you’re almost never more than a half-hour away from a state park. With 101 state parks and recreation areas, as well as five national parks, a day trip is within reach of just about every Michigander.
7 of Michigan’s Best Small-Town Burger Spots Worth the Extra Drive
You can find some pretty delicious burgers in Michigan’s larger cities like Detroit, Ann Arbor, Kalamazoo, and Grand Rapids. But there’s something special about the small-town charm of stumbling upon a local burger joint that doesn’t seem to get the same attention. You just have to know where to look.
Former Medical Marijuana Caregiver Brings the ‘Funk’ Back to Michigan
As a former medical marijuana caregiver, Jujuan “Funk” Coleman had spent more than a decade growing some of the state’s highest quality cannabis—with a particular knack for transforming his harvests into mouth-watering snacks and desserts.
Election Denying Michigan Lawmaker Tasked With Electing More Republicans
A Republican state legislator who attended the Jan. 6 insurrection and pushes the lie that the 2020 election was stolen is now helping lead the Michigan House Republicans’ campaign committee, raising concerns from a democracy expert who called the appointment “a warning bell” for voters.
Top Michigan Senator Calls for Investigation Into Widespread Power Outages
State Sen. Sean McCann (D-Kalamazoo), the chair of the Senate Committee on Energy and Environment, said Tuesday that he wants a formal investigation to figure out what went wrong—and how to fix it.
The Story Behind 6 Ghost Towns in Michigan That Are Worth Exploring
From one village that’s now buried under a body of water, to another literally wiped away by sand—here are six ghost towns in Michigan you should definitely spend some time exploring.
Magic in the Mitten: 51 must-visit shops for crystals and herbs
Find rare crystals, organic herbs, and wellness rituals at Michigan’s most unique metaphysical stores.
GOP Holds Up Budget Bill, Forcing Democrat to Come in for the Vote After His Baby Was Born
Final negotiations on a supplemental budget bill have been teed up, but there was no shortage of drama with the first big piece of legislation taken up by the new Democratic-led Legislature.
State of the State: 7 Ways State Government Can (and Will) Help Michiganders in 2023
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Wednesday addressed the Michigan House and Senate to announce plans and policies designed to bolster resources for public schools and children, provide tax relief for parents and families, expand civil rights protections in Michigan, and much (much) more.
6 little-known library services available to Michiganders
Everyone knows that you can find a book at your public library. But far fewer Michiganders seem to know about the other library resources that are available to them—often at no cost.
9 Things You Didn’t Know About the Old Northern Michigan Asylum
Once a psychiatric hospital, now an upscale shopping and dining experience, the old Northern Michigan Asylum grounds are an unforgettable stop on any Up North road trip.
Power Utility Ponders Fate of 13 Historic Michigan Dams
A number of small dams along Michigan lakes and rivers, some operating for more than a century, are still generating hydropower energy—just not enough.
6 Winter Sports Parks in Michigan to Check Out Before Spring Arrives
They’re only here for the winter—so get in on the fun while you can at these Michigan sports destinations.