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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.
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Whitmer repeals ‘rape insurance’ law amid long fight for reproductive rights
Democratic-led legislation signed into law this week by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will officially repeal Michigan’s so-called “rape insurance” law.
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Judge closes Flint water case against Snyder
A judge dismissed charges against former Gov. Rick Snyder in the Flint water scandal and ordered that police records and his booking photo be destroyed.
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500+ Michigan families benefit from new state support before holidays
A state-funded financial assistance program has delivered resources to more than 500 Michigan families over the last two months, according to state officials.
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Judge orders last sentences tied to plot to kidnap Whitmer
A judge handed down the last sentences Thursday in a plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, sending one man to prison and putting another on probation.
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Whitmer signs law making it easier to sue drug companies
Michiganders who are harmed by faulty drugs will be able to pursue legal action against pharmaceutical companies under a new law signed this week.
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Mike Rogers changes tune on Patriot Act amid Senate bid
One of the lawmakers who helped write the Patriot Act is calling for the legislation to be reformed as he attempts to win an open US Senate seat in Michigan.
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Whitmer signs laws to protect healthcare workers in Michigan
Two bills signed into law this week will stiffen the criminal penalties for people convicted of assaulting doctors, nurses, or other employees of healthcare systems in Michigan. MICHIGAN—Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said two bipartisan bills signed into law this week will help curb violence directed at healthcare workers, better protect doctors and nurses on the job,…
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Michigan commission advances tunnel permit for Line 5
The Michigan Public Service Commission approved a proposal for Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel project, despite calls for commissioners to shut the pipeline down.
