State Economy
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‘Big beautiful bill’ will end Medicaid for people in Bay and Saginaw counties this year. Here’s how many will lose it—and who’s responsible
The district includes Flint and the Tri-Cities, and faces some of the most severe challenges in the state as a result of Trump’s tax bill. The congresswoman who represents the region said it’s the “last thing” her community needs.
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‘Big beautiful bill’ will end Medicaid for people in Kalamazoo, Holland, and Battle Creek this year. Here’s how many will lose it—and who’s responsible
The representative who voted to take away health care from nearly 15,000 Michiganders in his district is “looking forward” to announcing his reelection plans later this year.
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MSU Extension union members say SNAP-Ed cuts will result in layoffs by end of July
The anticipated expiration of SNAP-Ed funding in October is likely to result in the permanent elimination of jobs at the Michigan State University Extension program, the full scope of which will be known by July 31, the Extension United Local 1855 announced Monday.
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Michigan petition drives: What to know before signing your name on a clipboard
Signatures are being collected by groups that want to change state laws or amend the state Constitution. This is your guide to the petition drives.
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6 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
Between the lawsuits, the loopholes, and the low prices, Michigan’s cannabis scene stays anything but boring.
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Why Michigan weed is cheaper than ever—and how that’s a huge problem
Michigan weed sales are slowing. Prices are crashing. Big-name companies are pulling out. Here’s what that means for stoners.
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Lawmakers respond as Sandisk pulls out of Mundy Township semiconductor project
A California-based company set to utilize a Genesee County megasite for a massive semiconductor project has reportedly dropped the effort citing “massive uncertainty” at the federal level.
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Time runs out for nearly century-old Michigan clock company due to tariffs, other factors
A Michigan clock company that has helped people keep time for 99 years says it’s going out of business due to tariffs and other economic conditions.
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Detroit boutique owner details impacts of tariffs as deadline for deals passes without ceremony
With President Donald Trump’s administration once again pushing back its deadline for negotiating new international trade deals, small business owners—including a Detroit boutique owner—voiced their concerns on a Wednesday press call, outlining how continued uncertainty around global trade had impacted their business.
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7 ways Trump’s new budget law will hurt—and literally kill—Michiganders
From slashing health care and food assistance to gutting Michigan’s clean energy future, President Donald Trump’s budget bill poses real risks for Michiganders. Some won’t survive.
