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Michigan's community colleges will be tuition-free starting this fall
It seems every year the cost of college keeps going up but now, every recent high school graduate in Michigan can attend community college tuition-free thanks to the new state budget.
Michigan Puts the Kibosh on Massive Consumers Energy Rate Hike
New energy rates approved by the Michigan Public Service Commission could lower monthly bills paid by Consumers Energy customers. In December of last year, Consumers Energy requested to increase its revenue from gas customers by $136 million, which would have resulted in a natural gas rate increase of 5.7% for its customers.
Michigan BEWARE: Sophisticated Microsoft Outage Related Scam
Just a few days ago most of the world came to a screeching halt as one of the largest internet outages the world has ever seen affected many parts of the world. Banks, hospitals, airports, and more were all severely affected leaving people stranded and in danger. The outage was later attributed to an update made by the global cybersecurity company, CrowdStrike.
ALERT-Popular Snack Recalled In Michigan May Cause Severe Illness
Many Michigan residents have a favorite go-to snack for a quick bite to hold them over until the next meal. And making sure our snacks contain nutritious ingredients that keep us healthy is a top priority. But there's one snack that could do more harm than good and it's recently been recalled in Michigan as it could cause severe sickness.
Gretchen Whitmer is all-in on EVs. But state’s fleet is almost all gas powered
Gretchen Whitmer wants the state’s own car and light-truck fleet to convert to zero-emission vehicles by 2033. The state only had 10 EVs when a plan to reach 100% was released in early June. Funding remains an issue, with $1 million per year planned and the rest unbudgeted and...
Harper says canceled US Senate debate was ‘sham,’ slams Slotkin for avoiding him before primary
Calling it a “sham,” Detroit Democrat Hill Harper has pushed back against assertions that a previously planned debate with U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Holly) was canceled because of demands he made. Harper and Slotkin are vying for the Democratic nomination for the open U.S. Senate seat in the...
Beware: MI Residents Warned To Avoid These Items Attracting Ticks
Summertime in Michigan means spending more time outdoors and there are more pests to be aware of. One of those pests includes ticks, which are causing concern for residents in the Great Lakes State as cases of Lyme disease rise. And experts are warning Michigan residents to avoid certain items that could attract ticks and lead to potentially deadly bug bites.
Millage proposal to fix Jackson County Jail goes to ballot in August
As Election Day approaches, a Jackson Public Safety millage promises to replace a crumbling jail, and the Jackson County Sheriff's Office hopes to educate the community on what they call "inadequate conditions" in the facility.
2 Republicans seeking Sandstone Township supervisor seat in August primary
JACKSON COUNTY, MI – Two Republicans are going head-to-head in an effort to become Sandstone Township’s supervisor in the August primary election. Sandstone Township Supervisor Dwight A. VanWinkle is seeking re-election on Tuesday, Aug. 6. He faces newcomer Gary W. Britten for another four-year term. No Democrats have...
Ypsilanti store among Big Lots closing in Michigan
YPSILANTI, MI -- Store closing signs are currently hanging on the Big Lots store in Ypsilanti, indicating the discount retailer’s time in the city will soon come to an end. Big Lots, 2850 Washtenaw Ave., is among four stores closing in Michigan, according to the company’s website. The other stores are in Portage, Okemos and Kentwood.
Lansing Community Expo looks to ensure kids are successful
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - A Community Youth Expo helps ensure local kids are successful. The youth expo took place on Friday, July 26, at the Sheridan Road STEM School. This event allowed families to connect with local resources as well as take part in different activities. “The main purpose was...
Greater Lansing Sports Hall of Fame: Chris Henderson made big mark on mat at Sexton
Chris Henderson grew up needing to be tough. There were a lot of times where Henderson and his siblings had to fend for themselves in their neighborhood in Lansing. He also needed that toughness in his own home, being the sixth youngest of eight kids. ...
Huge News Puts Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball One Step Closer to Elite Target
Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo has been recruiting 2025 guard Trey McKenney hard. Recent news from McKenney indicates that the Spartans could be closing in on the top target.
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