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Should Michigan Adopt The Illinois Purge Law?
In July of 2022, lawmakers in Illinois decided to implement a new law that would reduce the number of residents who were spending time behind bars in the county jails. As the state of Illinois was facing issues with being understaffed in their jails and holding offenders for too long, they decided that something had to be done in the justice system. Illinois lawmakers would gather and deliberate on what many have dubbed the Purge law to help fix their county jail issues.
Michigan City Named ‘Smartest In America': Full 100 City Listing
With all the innovations that Michigan produces, such as advanced autonomous vehicles, medical breakthroughs, technological achievements, and even new, safer uses for chemicals in our everyday lives, it's no surprise that our state is home to some of the smartest minds in America. What may surprise you is that Michigan, for the second year in a row, has been named the home of the country's most well-educated metro.
Michigan Woman Suing Detroit Casino Refusing to Pay Large Jackpot
"This is some bulls---!" Those are Denise Ezell's words, after being denied a $127,000 prize she claims she won at a Detroit casino. Ezell has filed a lawsuit, claiming she is entitled to the jackpot. Ezell filed the lawsuit on Wednesday (6/26) in US District Court Eastern District of Michigan,...
Flint City Attorney nabs new job in Battle Creek
Flint, MI — City Attorney William Kim is leaving Flint for a position on the west end of the state. According to Battle Creek City Commission records, officials interviewed Kim on June 18, 2024, during their regularly scheduled meeting where they went into closed session prior to introducing Kim to the public. Officials said all of the candidates for the position including Kim asked for their applications to be reviewed in a closed session.
Grand Rapids Foodie Fest returns for third year
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — The Grand Rapids Foodie Fest was back at Calder Plaza for the third year Saturday. It was the festival’s second day. There were around 40 different food and merchandise vendors at the event selling everything from tacos, noodles and Korean corndogs to clothing and stuffed animals. The festival also had a beer tent, […]
Learning trades is helping Grand Rapids area kids avoid gun violence
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — When you think about guns, you may imagine a pistol or rifle, but a West Michigan organization is helping kids get more acquainted with the types of guns you'd see on a construction site - like a nail gun or a caulking gun. "Kids look...
Trash Skipped? City of Grand Rapids Says It May Be Your Fault
Grand Rapids is lucky to have a pretty efficient and easy-to-deal with trash service offered by the city. As long as you follow the simple rules they provide between which day to place it out, which can you use, and making sure your account has money on it- it's pretty easy and stress free to get your trash picked up.
Should Michigan Adopt The Illinois Purge Law?
In July of 2022, lawmakers in Illinois decided to implement a new law that would reduce the number of residents who were spending time behind bars in the county jails. As the state of Illinois was facing issues with being understaffed in their jails and holding offenders for too long, they decided that something had to be done in the justice system. Illinois lawmakers would gather and deliberate on what many have dubbed the Purge law to help fix their county jail issues.
Michigan City Named ‘Smartest In America': Full 100 City Listing
With all the innovations that Michigan produces, such as advanced autonomous vehicles, medical breakthroughs, technological achievements, and even new, safer uses for chemicals in our everyday lives, it's no surprise that our state is home to some of the smartest minds in America. What may surprise you is that Michigan, for the second year in a row, has been named the home of the country's most well-educated metro.
Is Michigan Required to Post Signs to Tell You When You’ve Changed Time Zones?
Michigan spans two time zones - a concept that may be a revelation to those not from the Western Upper Peninsula, or have done little travelling there. The state also meets a time zone boundary for a section of its border with Indiana. So must states post time zone boundary signs for drivers?
Synod 2024 and Calvin’s relationship with the CRC: A Q&A with Pastor Mary
The annual synod of the CRC, Calvin’s parent denomination, took place on campus from June 14-20. Following synod, Chimes asked Pastor Mary Hulst, who has served as Calvin’s university pastor since 2009, some questions about what Synod 2024 means for Calvin University. This interview has been edited for...
A New Law Bans A Beloved Household Item in Michigan
A new law is set to take effect, prompting many to consider alternative lighting options they may not be accustomed to. The surprising subject? Lightbulbs. This isn't just a local change in Michigan; it impacts the entire nation. However, the replacement bulbs might not offer the same lighting quality as their predecessors.
3 Michigan universities are top-500 in the world, U.S. News ranking says
A trio of Michigan universities are considered the best in the world, according to U.S. News and World Report’s 2024-2025 Best Global University rankings. The publication ranked 2,271 institutions across the world, weighing research reputation domestically and internationally, the number of research and publication citations, the amount of international collaboration and more. The full methodology can be read here.
West Michigan adventure course manufacturer expands into global markets
A 35-year-old West Michigan manufacturer specializing in outdoor recreation equipment and attractions is eyeing more in-state growth while tapping into global markets just catching on to its products. Allegan-based RCI Adventure Products makes and installs indoor and outdoor ropes courses, ziplines, climbing walls and mazes, filling a manufacturing niche in...
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