State Economy
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Reader’s Choice: 11 best dispensaries in Michigan
The latest state regulatory reports show there are more than 800 recreational marijuana dispensaries across Michigan. But let’s be blunt: Some are simply better than others.
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Report: Federal investments charge up 18,000 new EV manufacturing jobs for Michiganders
A recent analysis shows that federal policies and legislation have dramatically expanded investments in electric vehicle and EV battery manufacturing—especially in Michigan.
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Federal funds to help Michigan brighten up blight with new clean energy projects
With $130 million in federal grant funding, Michigan is set to help more local communities tap into renewable energy to lower costs, create jobs, and protect the environment.
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State seeks clarification on implementation of increases to minimum wage and paid sick time
State officials say there are more questions than answers following a decision last month by the Michigan Supreme Court that is expected to change the employment landscape in the state.
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Photos: Massive Mid-Michigan greenhouses churn out literal tons of weed along I-96
Ever notice those enormous greenhouses just off I-96 near Webberville? They’re filled with rows of marijuana.
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Harris unveils new plans to lower housing, food, and childcare costs for Michiganders
New plans from Vice President Kamala Harris spell out how she would spend the first 100 days of her presidency focused on lowering costs for working families.
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‘Clean Energy REVolution’ tour touts impacts of EV investments in Michigan
Representatives from environmental efforts, local business and government gathered in Lansing Thursday to outline the environmental and economic impacts federal electric vehicle (EV) investments have had on the state.
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Granholm: Federal investments put Michigan union workers at heart of clean energy boom
Michigan’s union workers have a big role to play in the nationwide transition to clean energy.
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Workforce development program fast-tracks Michigan nurses’ training to ease shortages
The Biden-Harris administration’s American Rescue Plan provided Michigan nursing schools and health care centers with much-needed funding to help them invest in the health care workforce.
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How the Biden-Harris administration expanded child care benefits in Michigan
Harris has also sought to align school and work hours, expand after-school and summer programs, and guarantee paid leave for parents and caregivers.
