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Michigan House Dems finalize 3% teacher retirement tax cut
Legislation to permanently end a 3% tax many public school teachers pay into a health care fund for their retirement is on its way to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for her signature.
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An after-school program in Southwest Michigan is shining a ‘light’ on the mental health of students
After tragically losing his younger brother to suicide, this Michigander says he and his family are ‘making beauty from broken’ by teaming up with the Van Buren Intermediate School District to provide a free after-school program for local students—and it’s music to the rural community’s ears.
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Report: Project 2025 would ‘devastate’ Michigan’s rural communities
Republicans’ Project 2025 agenda aims to enact a far-right agenda that would hurt all Michiganders, especially those living in rural communities, according to a new report.
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Here’s what Michigan has done to address the epidemic of school shootings
Students across the US are begging their legislators for ways to reduce gun violence at schools—Michigan lawmakers are listening.
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Meet a teacher running for Michigan Legislature: Michelle Levine-Woodman
With former educators in office alongside Democratic lawmakers and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Michigan students are a top priority in our state government. Teachers across the Mitten are paying attention.
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Race to Watch: Elissa Slotkin vs. Mike Rogers for US Senate
Michiganders have some big decisions to make in the November election—including a choice between US Rep. Elissa Slotkin or former US Rep. Mike Rogers.
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Free school supplies, games, music, and more fun: Here are some back-to-school events for Detroit families
It’s almost time for the 2024-25 school year to begin, and that means one thing: Lots of back-to-school activities in Detroit are underway.
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5 big takeaways from Michigan’s new education budget that every parent should know
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a $23 billion education budget that features record investments for Michigan’s public schools, students, and teachers.
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7 things to know about Tom Barrett and his latest bid for Congress
Former Republican state lawmaker Tom Barrett has opposed abortion rights, supported tax increases, and tried to block new manufacturing investments in his own community.
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More Michigan families are able to feed their kids this summer, thanks to 3 new programs
Families now have more options for saving money on groceries during the summer months—including free meals for Michigan kids 18 and under.
