State News
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Michigan Attorney General continues to fight against state’s 24-hour waiting period for abortion
At this time, patients do not need to review the state-mandated informed consent information, print the informed consent form, or wait 24 hours before they can receive abortion care—requirements that hinder care for those seeking services, according to health care experts.
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Michigan’s Moore faces allegations of NCAA violations in sign-stealing investigation, AP sources say
Michigan coach Sherrone Moore is facing allegations he violated NCAA rules related to an investigation into impermissible scouting and sign-stealing that hung over the program through its run to last season’s national championship, three people briefed on an impending notice of allegations told The Associated Press on Sunday.
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Michigan Asian-American leaders say a Harris presidency could be gamechanger
Michiganders are excited about electing Kamala Harris as the first president of the United States with Indian descent.
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Election conspiracy theories related to the 2020 presidential race live on in Michigan’s GOP primary
Many primary races across Michigan feature Republican candidates who have been promoting election conspiracies despite no evidence of widespread fraud or problems.
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UAW leader says Trump would send the labor movement into reverse if he’s elected again
UAW President Shawn Fain said ex-President Donald Trump is beholden to billionaires, knows nothing about the auto industry and would send the labor movement into reverse.
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Report: Michigan’s top election official is investigating Elon Musk’s pro-Trump PAC
A political action committee backed by Elon Musk is reportedly under investigation by Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s office.
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What to expect in Michigan’s state primaries
Michigan’s state primaries may play a major role in deciding control of the narrowly divided US Senate and US House, as well as the state legislature.
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Enviros cheer Michigan Supreme Court upholding tighter rules for factory farms
The Michigan Supreme Court upheld the state’s ability to announce stricter permit conditions for factory farms than outlined in the department’s formal rules.
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Michigan Dems pitch ‘Freedom to Plan’ bills to lower cost of birth control
Two new bills are designed to break down financial barriers to over-the-counter birth control and help lower costs for families in Michigan.
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Minimum wage and tipped workers to get a raise after Michigan Supreme Court decision
In a 4-3 decision, the Michigan Supreme Court overruled the state Legislature on Wednesday to reinstate major changes to the state’s minimum wage and paid sick leave laws.
