State Politics
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Nessel joins Ann Arbor area lawmakers, environmentalists demanding scrutiny of DTE data center deal
One of the state’s largest energy companies is asking energy regulators to fast track approval of two contracts to provide power to a data center planned for construction in Saline Township, but environmental advocates and state officials have banded together to demand greater transparency into the details.
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7 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
The grinder of Michigan cannabis news is full.
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Trump administration extends order keeping Michigan coal online past closure date
The Trump administration has once again extended the life of a Michigan coal-fired power plant that was supposed to close last May as the utility Consumers Energy transitions to cleaner sources of electricity.
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Why some Michiganders are boycotting Target, Home Depot, and Amazon on Black Friday
The nationwide “We Ain’t Buyin’ It” campaign is asking Americans to boycott Amazon, Home Depot, and Target for five days—from Thanksgiving through Dec. 1.
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Michigan officials say Trump’s trade war is raising prices. Voters say they feel it.
A new state analysis details widespread cost increases tied to tariffs, as Michigan voters report feeling the strain in their grocery bills, housing budgets, and daily expenses.
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12 Michigan food pantries to donate your time, money, & food to this holiday season
1 in 7 children in Michigan is food insecure, but you can help feed families by supporting local food pantries and aid organizations.
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Michigan Senate passes petition collection, election disinformation reforms
The fight against election disinformation and changes to Michigan’s petition circulation process cleared the upper chamber of the state Legislature on Thursday.
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Michigan OKs landmark regulations that push up-front costs to data centers
Michigan regulators on Thursday adopted landmark standards for the booming data center industry with a plan they say tries to protect residents from subsidizing the industry’s hefty energy use.
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What’s going on with SNAP benefits in Michigan?
About 1.4 million Michiganders are feeling the pinch as the federal government shutdown stalls SNAP benefits and leaves food banks scrambling to fill the gap.
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City Council President Mary Sheffield wins election to become Detroit’s first female mayor
City Council President Mary Sheffield will be Detroit’s newest mayor and the first woman to lead the city.
