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Your weekly guide to taking action in Michigan (April 3-9)
A weekly roundup of Michigan protests, political events, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide–Friday, April 3 through Thursday, April 9.
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Your guide to celebrating Transgender Day of Visibility in Michigan
Here’s our roundup of Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) events and actions in Michigan.
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Michigan GOP delegate calls for ICE cosplayers at the polls
A precinct delegate and election worker is reportedly looking to recruit volunteers to dress up as ICE agents on Election Day—which is a federal crime.
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Michigan eagles are ready to hatch eaglets. How to watch
Bald eagle lovers can watch raptors at two sites in Michigan as the eagles wait for their eggs to hatch. Harry and Harriet, a pair of eagles near Traverse City, laid their first egg of the year on March 2 and have three. Meanwhile, a second pair, Soren and Skye, laid their first egg on…
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8 fascinating facts about Lake Erie, the most underrated Great Lake
Learn about an oft-overlooked treasure with this roundup of fun facts and figures about our lovely Lake Erie.
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That one time in Michigan: When Lake Huron had an extremely rare cyclone
Take a look back at “Huron Hurricane,” one of the most memorable moments in Michigan meteorological history.
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Your guide to taking action on No Kings Day in Michigan
A roundup of No Kings Day protests, marches, and rallies at the State Capitol and across Michigan on March 28th.
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8 animal sanctuaries in Michigan (+ the animals you’ll see at each one)
Ever dreamed of cuddling a black bear cub, chilling with an alligator, or virtually ‘adopting’ a soccer-playing cow? You can do all that and more through these 8 inspiring animal sanctuaries in Michigan.
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11 events worth your time this weekend in Michigan (March 20-22, 2026)
Welcome to your weekend plans. This week’s highlights include music festivals across the state, as well as an event serving up bull testicles as the main course (yes, really), and a parade in Detroit to banish an evil red dwarf. As always, I’d love to hear your suggestions! If you know of an upcoming event…
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State Sen. Darrin Camilleri joins push to block ICE detention center in Romulus
As federal immigration officials move forward with plans to convert a massive warehouse near Detroit Metro Airport into a 500-bed detention center, state Sen. Darrin Camilleri (D-Trenton) says Downriver communities are already feeling the impact.
