Stories tagged: "inflation"

Economy House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., walks to the chamber for final votes as the House wraps up its work for the week, at the Capitol in Washington, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022. McCarthy is seeking enough GOP backing to become Democrat Nancy Pelosi's successor when Republicans take control of the House in the new Congress. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Economy House Republicans’ Agenda Focuses on Social Security Cuts and Sham Investigations—Not Working Families

Between Republicans’ economic agenda, spurious investigations, and threatened impeachments, the House is looking at a busy but unproductive year.

Isabel Soisson Isabel Soisson December 13, 2022 1:53 pm EST
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Economy True or False: Common Claims About Inflation in Michigan

Inflation is still hovering at a 40-year high. Will the Inflation Reduction Act or student loan forgiveness make a difference in Michigan?

Isaac Constans Isaac Constans September 2, 2022 3:14 pm EDT
Economy On Sunday, all 50 Senate Democrats—including Michigan Sens. Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow—voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
Economy Here’s How the Inflation Reduction Act Will Help Michigan Families

Gas prices are down, jobs growth is up, and the Democratic-led government is on the verge of passing a once-in-a-generation bill to lower healthcare costs, fight climate change, and increase taxes on big corporations.

Keya Vakil Keya Vakil August 10, 2022 12:42 pm EDT
Government Helps/Hurts Terre Haute - Circa May 2020: SNAP and EBT Accepted here sign. SNAP and Food Stamps provide nutrition benefits to supplement the budgets of disadvantaged families.
Government Helps/Hurts Yes, July Qualifies for the Grocery Assistance Program

With grocery prices still on the rise, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that those who are eligible for food assistance will continue to receive a $95 monthly payment for July. 

Hope O'Dell Hope O'Dell July 23, 2022 12:25 pm EDT
Economy In June, inflation in the US hit a four-decade high of 9.1%.
Economy Let’s Talk About Why Prices Are Rising.

We’re taking a closer look at what’s behind the sticker shock, what could make the economy better, and which politicians have plans you should know about.

Hope O'Dell Hope O'Dell July 22, 2022 2:56 pm EDT

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Ottawa County government complex (Allison R. Donahue via Michigan Advance) Local Ottawa Co. Residents Worry About Impacted Communities After Board Dismantles DEI Dept.
Jayme McElvany speaks at the Milan school board meeting on Jan. 12. (Screenshot via Michigan Advance) Education ‘Burn in Hell’: GOP Extremists Lob Threats (and Read Porn) at Michigan School Board Meeting
Infrastructure Report: New Road Funding Plan Needed as More EVs Hit Michigan Highways
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Breaking Court Ruling Could Spike Minimum Hourly Wage to $12 in Michigan for Most Workers. Here Are The Details.

If a judge’s decision survives appeals, tipped and untipped workers would be set to receive $12 an hour for minimum wage.

Isaac Constans Isaac Constans July 20, 2022 3:13 pm EDT
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Economy Strap In for More High Gas Prices! Here’s What You Should Know.

Michigan families should strap in for high prices at the pump and supermarket, even as proposals are floated to alleviate some costs.

Isaac Constans Isaac Constans June 17, 2022 9:44 am EDT