State lawmakers earmarked $4.5 million to forgive medical debt. Those funds have gone on to help erase about $450 million in debt for 180,000 Michiganders.
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Michigan Dems pass surrogacy and IVF protection bills amid right-wing attacks
The Michigan Family Protection Act would create new protections for parents who use fertility treatments, surrogacy, or any other form of assisted reproduction.
Exclusive: Sen. Debbie Stabenow gets real with Michiganders about abortion
The retiring senator, well-known for her love of Michigan and her commitment to protecting the rights of Michiganders, was asked to talk about her legacy. But the straight-talker had something far more urgent on her mind.
Michigan Dems advance bills to protect access to fertility care amid right-wing attacks
A package of bills aims to protect access to fertility care, repeal restrictions on surrogacy, and create new legal safeguards for assisted fertility.
Michigan Dems want to shine a ‘BRITE’ light on elected officials’ finances
Several state lawmakers support expanding financial disclosure requirements for elected officials, as well as monitoring ‘dark money’ groups and gifts.
Three years later: What is Biden’s American Rescue Plan doing for Michigan?
Three years after being signed by President Joe Biden, the American Rescue Plan Act is still paying dividends for Michiganders—and their bank accounts.
As innocent people often plead guilty to crimes, legislation could open pathways to freedom
State legislation aims to expand new trial eligibility and amend the procedure for those found to be wrongfully convicted to receive state compensation.
It’s been 4 years since COVID hit Michigan. For Long COVID patients, the pandemic isn’t over.
Four years have passed since Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency to address the COVID-19 pandemic on March 10, 2020. But the disease remains more than a memory, especially for those whose lives are continually impacted by the illness.
A cash-assistance program in Flint is giving new moms some breathing room
Pregnant moms in Flint—and their babies—are getting the help they need through a new cash assistance program.
Repeal of old abortion laws helps address ‘access crisis’ in West Michigan
Last year, Michigan lawmakers repealed several laws to help expand access to abortion. And this year, Planned Parenthood of Michigan is doing exactly that.
These Michigan lawmakers want every school to have a library
Legislation introduced by two state senators in Michigan would require libraries—and librarians—for every Michigan school.
Rep. Debbie Dingell shares who’s really delivering for Michigan
Rep. Debbie Dingell shares which presidential candidate is really delivering for Michigan. Here’s what Rep. Dingell had to say about Trump and Biden.
Gilchrist talks about taking the ‘worry’ out of early childhood education costs
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is touting her state budget plan to deliver free pre-K for 4-year-olds as an investment into Michigan families.
Report asks MSU to have governor consider removal of trustees Vassar and Denno
Some of the accusations flung between members of Michigan State University’s governing board are true, an investigation from an independent firm found this week. It’s recommended that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer review MSU Trustee Chair Rema Vassar and Trustee Dennis Denno’s actions, which it says violated bylaws and codes of ethics at the university.
VIDEO: Three headlines you may have missed last week
https://www.tiktok.com/@gandernewsroom/video/7341518128842689835 What's up, Michigan? Here's a recap of some of the news you might have missed this week—including Governor Gretchen Whitmer's stance on IVF access for out-of-state residents. Watch this video to find out...
Nessel supports nixing Michigan’s 24-hour waiting period on abortion
Reproductive rights groups joined together for a lawsuit looking to throw out Michigan’s 24-hour waiting period for receiving an abortion.
Michigan Democrats introduce federal bill to protect IVF after Alabama ruling
Four Democratic US representatives from Michigan are fighting to protect nationwide access to in-vitro fertilization treatment.
Public health officer in Michigan keeps her job after lengthy legal fight over COVID rules
An embattled public health officer in Michigan will get to keep her job, after a lengthy legal fight with county commissioners over pandemic-era mask mandates concluded Tuesday with the board bowing to the will of a court-ordered arbitrator.
Mike Rogers tries to distance Senate campaign from past attempts to ban IVF
Former US Rep. Mike Rogers says he supports protecting access to in vitro fertility treatment—but his record of opposing reproductive care suggests otherwise.
VP Kamala Harris warns Michiganders about Trump’s threats to abortion rights
Abortion is protected in Michigan, but Republican-led efforts to enact a nationwide abortion ban could still jeopardize those rights.
Advocates blast Michigan Republican for floating birth control ban
First, he wanted to ban transgender health care. And now has speculated about wanting to ban a form of health care used by thousands of Michigan women.
Report: 5 big problems facing rural Michiganders—and how to solve them
A recent report from the state Office of Rural Prosperity identifies the biggest challenges facing rural Michiganders this year.
Opinion: Being sick is expensive. I’m grateful Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act lowered my insulin costs
I am grateful for the work of national and state leaders like President Biden, Governor Whitmer, and Senator Stabenow for working on behalf of Michigan’s seniors.
Michigan Republican faces sanctions for spreading racist conspiracy theory
After amplifying a white supremacist conspiracy theory on social media, state Rep. Josh Schriver (R-Oxford) has been stripped of his legislative duties.
Abortion rights group files lawsuit to expand access to reproductive care in Michigan
Reproductive rights advocates are suing the state in an attempt to overturn old, Republican-passed regulations on abortion in Michigan.
Date night: 6 of the most romantic restaurants in Lansing
Take a look at six of Lansing’s most romantic restaurants —will you be making a date with one of them?
Michigan Republican spews deadly white supremacist conspiracy theory on Twitter
State Rep. Josh Schriver (R-Oxford) is facing criticism—and calls to resign—after he amplified a racist conspiracy theory that has been used to justify murder.
Report: Michiganders can save cash when they ditch gas—especially in a Ford F-150 Lightning
A new analysis shows that Michiganders can save thousands of dollars by ditching their gasoline-powered vehicles for newer, electric models.
Biden to Michigan workers: Unions are ‘single biggest reason’ for economic success
President Joe Biden visited with union auto workers in Macomb County on Thursday after being endorsed for re-election last week by the United Auto Workers.
Another ‘big package’ of gun safety bills is coming to Michigan. Here’s what we know.
Democrats in the state Legislature are working on more legislation this year to help curb gun violence across Michigan—including a crackdown on ‘ghost guns.’