Stories tagged: "lawsuit"

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Courts Michigan to Receive ‘Crucial’ Funds to Fight Opioids

Every year, more Michigan residents die from opioids than car crashes. Now, a historic court settlement could help communities save lives.

Isaac Constans Isaac Constans March 9, 2022 11:20 am EST
Voting Bellaire, Michigan, USA - October 22, 2021: The Historic Antrim County Courthouse
Voting ‘It Needs to Be Fair’: Why a Michigan Prosecutor Rejected Rudy Giuliani’s Request to Turn Over Voting Machines

A Republican prosecutor in Antrim County said Trump’s team asked him to turn over voting machines. He declined because that's illegal. 

Isaac Constans Isaac Constans February 23, 2022 5:07 pm EST
Economy PLYMOUTH, MI - APRIL 22: A sign displays "Open Carry Out Only" at a restaurant as the coronavirus pandemic continues on April 22, 2020 in Plymouth, Michigan. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued a stay at home executive order for non-essential workers on March 24th and has banned all gatherings, public or private for the entire State due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic. (Photo by Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images)
Economy Judge Refuses to Block Ban on Michigan Indoor Dining

Since patrons cannot wear masks as they eat and drink, a US district judge decided that indoor dining should remain closed in accordance with the governor’s order.

Associated Press Associated Press December 3, 2020 9:55 am EST
Elections President Donald Trump speaks at a news conference in the James Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House, Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020, in Washington. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
Elections Trump Is Suing Battleground States to Save Face. Michigan Women Are Suing Him, Too.

A new lawsuit led by Michigan voters and the Michigan Welfare Rights Organization accuses President Trump of voter suppression in Detroit.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain November 23, 2020 4:06 pm EST
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Michigan Life The ‘Pause,’ Election Lawsuits, and New Black Leaders: Michigan’s Weekly News Quiz

Michiganders have been buzzing about Detroit’s vote this week. But do you know the story behind it? Quiz yourself!

The 'Gander Staff The 'Gander Staff November 20, 2020 9:15 am EST

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President Joe Biden speaks during an announcement related to small businesses at the South Court Auditorium of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington, DC. (Alex Wong/Getty Images) Uncategorized Enough Bad News: Five Ways Politicians Are Actually Helping Michigan Families
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Millions of Michiganders are waiting on news of student loan forgiveness. Education Voters Want Student Debt Erased—But Many Michiganders Don’t Have to Wait
Michigan is filled with dog-friendly beaches. Family & Pets 21 Dog-Friendly Michigan Beaches That’ll Give Your Pooch the Zoomies
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Law and Policy This LGBTQ Rights Ballot Drive Sued For More Time. A Michigan Judge Met Them Halfway.

Fair and Equal Michigan wants to strengthen Michigan civil rights law for LGBTQ folks, but COVID threw a wrench in their plans. Now, they’ll be able to make up for some lost time.

Associated Press Associated Press June 11, 2020 11:25 am EDT
Law and Policy Voters fill out their ballots at a primary polling place, Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Law and Policy Republicans Say Michigan County Voter Registration Is Too High. So They’re Suing.

Officials from Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s office said the lawsuit uses debunked claims and bad statistics to delegitimize our elections.

Associated Press Associated Press June 10, 2020 1:32 pm EDT