State News
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7 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
New year, same weed drama. Here are seven quick hits of Michigan cannabis news to get you caught up.
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7 Michigan restaurants opening in 2026 that you’ll want to try
Get ready for a delicious 2026 with our roundup of new restaurants in Michigan.
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Michigan teachers weaving lessons on Jan. 6 uprising into history classes
Michigan history teachers are weaving the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol insurrection into lessons to help students understand the importance of a peaceful transfer of power.
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Viral ‘6-7’ tops 2025 list of overused words and phrases
Respondents to an annual Michigan college survey of overused and misused words and phrases say ” 6-7 ” is “cooked” and should come to a massive full-stop in 2026.
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10 small towns in the UP that are magical in the winter
From French-named islands to frozen lighthouses, rustic snow-covered trails, or lively downtown restaurants, find your Michigan magic in these small Upper Peninsula towns.
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Trio of Michigan Senate Democrats introduce policy to address data center water usage
Following a groundswell of opposition to data center projects throughout the state, a trio of Democratic lawmakers in the Michigan Senate have put forth policy to address concerns of the facilities’ water and energy usage.
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Trail cam captures Michigan cougar kittens. What DNR is saying about cubs
Two cougar cubs spotted last spring in Ontonagon County were seen again this month, walking along a snowy trail with an adult cougar in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
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AAA predicts record holiday travel. How to see if flights are delayed
Here’s a look at what you should know before heading to the airport.
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Michigan’s 7 most heartwarming news stories of 2025
It’s easy to get bogged down by sad news, but there are still heartwarming tales to unearth in Michigan. Here are 7 of our favorites from 2025.
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Michigan’s US Senate candidates weigh in on data centers and AI
We asked Michigan’s US Senate candidates about data centers and AI. Here’s what they said—in their own words.

























