Stories tagged: "MI Money"

Economy President Joe Biden signs his first executive order in the Oval Office of the White House on Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, in Washington.
Economy Michiganders Relieved as Biden Freezes Evictions, Students Loan Payments

President Joe Biden has already accomplished a lot to help Michiganders in dire financial situations and to buy time to address looming economic disasters.

Meghan McCarthy Meghan McCarthy Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel January 22, 2021 11:38 am EST
Economy FILE - In this June 5, 2020 file photo, President Donald Trump poses for a photo after signing the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act during a news conference in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington. Thousands of minority-owned small businesses were at the end of the line in the government’s coronavirus relief program as many struggled to find banks to accept their applications. Or, they were disadvantaged by the program's terms. Data from the Paycheck Protection Program analyzed by The Associated Press show many minority owners desperate for a loan didn’t receive one until the PPP's last weeks. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)
Economy Data Shows Business Owners of Color Waited Months for Loans

Close to 18% of companies received funding, nationwide. Less than 12% of Wayne County business owners received PPP loans.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain Associated Press Associated Press January 4, 2021 5:17 pm EST
Economy Rep. Justin Amash, formerly a Republican and currently an Independent, is among the five Michigan members of Congress to vote against the $2,000 coronavirus stimulus. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Economy These Five Michigan Reps. Voted Against $2,000 Coronavirus Relief

The House passed a measure to boost coronavirus relief payments to $2,000 on Monday. But five Michiganders in the lower house of Congress opposed it.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel December 29, 2020 2:19 pm EST
Economy Hungry and charitable Michiganders who purchase meals from Atlas Wholesale Food Co.'s member restaurants are encouraged to post and tag their receipts on social media. Each purchase will be matched at 100%.
Economy Help Michigan Restaurants With This Holiday Match Program

The #RescueMIRestaurant movement will match every purchase you make at member restaurants, dollar for dollar.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain December 15, 2020 3:33 pm EST
Business Markowitz employs the use of a steel mace, kettlebells and other unique equipment.
Business This Michigan Fitness Trainer Has Some Tips to Pump Up Your Business During Tough Times

West Bloomfield-based personal trainer Charlie Markowitz has had to adjust during COVID. He offers his tips for fitness entrepreneurs during tough times.

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer December 14, 2020 9:09 am EST

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An evicted house at a suburban street with left belongings on the lawns near 8 mile road in the city of Detroit. Housing ‘It Affects the Soul’: Michigan Families Face Brunt Of Housing Hardships
Post Courtesy of Bees in the D Environment ‘A Voice for the Bees’: One Michigander’s Quest to Bring Bees Back
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Getty Images Education A ‘Once in a Generation Opportunity’ Has Older Michiganders Seeking College Degrees, Trade School Credentials
Education Giving back to charity is a hallmark of the holidays.
Education How You Can Help Michigan Charities This Winter

Michiganders are spreading kindness through random acts, donations, and gifts. Here's how you can help.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain December 11, 2020 5:33 pm EST
Money Liza Estlund Olson, the acting director for Michigan's unemployment system.
Money The Woman Responsible for Fixing Michiganders’ Unemployment System

Fixing Michigan's unemployment system while the future of pandemic relief is uncertain is a tall order, but Liza Estlund Olson hopes to rise to the occasion.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel December 10, 2020 3:20 pm EST