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Michigan invests federal funds to help communities protect drinking water
Nearly $18 million was awarded to upgrade the water infrastructure in four communities, ensuring Michiganders have access to clean drinking water.
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Michigan schools to get new pollution-free buses thanks to federal funds
More than $17 million in federal grant funding will enable school districts in Michigan to purchase dozens of new electric or low-emission school buses.
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10 big changes coming to Michigan in 2024
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed more than 300 bills into state law last year—and many of them set to take effect next month.
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Michigan awards grants to tackle ‘root causes’ of violence
Several community groups dedicated to curbing violence across Michigan are set to expand their prevention efforts next year after getting help from the state.
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9 ways Michigan invested in public schools in 2023
What happens when voters elect former teachers to take charge of state government? Record-breaking investments in students and public schools.
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Michigan invests $50 million in before and after-school programs
A new statewide initiative is providing $50 million in grants to boost access to before- and after-school programs for thousands of Michigan kids.
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8 ways Michigan Democrats protected abortion rights in 2023
Followig the overturn of Roe v. Wade, Michigan has emerged as a nationwide beacon for protecting reproductive rights and expanding access to abortion care.
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Whitmer signs bills to pay off school debt and fund roads
A supplemental spending bill for road and bridge projects, debt relief to school districts, and projects on university campuses was signed into law.
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One year later: What happens when voters put Democrats in charge of a state government?
Democratic lawmakers have been keeping busy since Michigan voters elected them to take charge of the state government for the first time in decades.
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Michigan man gets prison for attacking cops in Jan. 6 riot
A Michigan man described was sentenced to more than four years in prison for attacking police with a stolen police baton during the Jan. 6 riot.
