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Early voting for Michigan's August primary election begins July 27
Registered voters in Michigan can vote in-person ahead of the August primary election thanks to early voting, which begins July 27. After voters passed a ballot initiative in 2022, municipalities in Michigan are required to hold at least nine days of early voting for each statewide and federal election, with early voting locations...
11 Places People Should Move to Instead of Michigan
Michigan is a fine place to live, but it certainly isn't for everyone. For what it's worth, having lived in the Mitten State for nearly two years, this place is perfect for me. Zero complaints. But the fact is, many people don't choose to move to Michigan. The state is...
Gov. Whitmer signs $82.5B state budget into law for 2025
FOX 2 - Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a $23.4 billion education budget on Tuesday. And in Detroit on Wednesday, she gave her signature to the rest of the spending plan – combined, the state's 2025 budget is approximately $82.5 billion. "We have delivered a pragmatic, balanced budget that delivers...
Southeastern Michigan Weather Alert: Storms and Warmup Ahead
Detroit, MI – Southeastern Michigan is set to experience scattered showers and thunderstorms today as a cold front moves through the area. The National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac issued a forecast predicting these conditions through early afternoon. Temperatures are expected to range from the mid-70s to low 80s. According...
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.
Michigan’s Gerald Ford Once Gave Incredibly Prescient Answer to Question about First Female President
President Gerald Ford is venerated around Michigan as a favorite son. His presidential museum is a prominent feature in his hometown of Grand Rapids. He also appears sage on the pathway to a potential female president. In a clip from 1989, long after his term in office, Ford was speaking...
Study Says Worst Night Of Sleep For Michigan Residents Is This Week
Sleeping is easily one of the most important things in our lives right alongside food, water, shelter, clothing, and love. Although this may be an essential need in our lives, sleeping comes much easier to some than it does others. I am one of those people who struggles with sleeping, and it definitely catches up to me from time to time. Nonetheless, everybody has the environments they enjoy sleeping in which may contribute to their lack of sleep.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer’s $23.4B education budget draws backlash from teachers’ unions over pensions, resources
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a $23.4 billion education budget Tuesday that’s been met with a surprising amount of disapproval from teachers’ unions. Traditionally reliable sources of support for Democratic policies, teachers’ unions and advocacy groups say Whitmer’s budget reduces contributions to their pension funds and slashes mental-health and safety resources. Michigan Democrats passed their state budget with ease not even a month ago, giving Republican legislators fewer than 45 minutes to review the final budget before the vote. After signing the education portion Tuesday, Whitmer tweeted, “This budget builds on the work we’ve done to invest in our students, build...
Michigan voters unmoved by Trump shooting, liberal pollster finds in new swing-state poll
DETROIT — Former President Donald Trump did not gain many sympathy votes in Michigan after being shot, according to a new survey from a Democratic pollster. Public Policy Polling, a Democrat-affiliated firm, canvassed 731 Great Lakes State voters July 16 to 17 for liberal group Progress Michigan and included it in its Lake Effect newsletter, a monthly offering that “tracks public opinion about a variety of issues and political figures.” One poll question: “This past weekend, there was an attempted shooting of former President Donald Trump at a rally. No matter how you were planning to vote in the presidential election...
Small Towns Most Michiganders Don’t Know Exist
Michigan is home to numerous small towns that often go unnoticed, even by its residents. While many Michiganders are familiar with larger cities like Detroit and Grand Rapids, there are charming little communities scattered throughout the state that offer unique histories and experiences. Here’s a look at some of these hidden gems.
Warning! Another Deadly Virus May be Coming to Michigan!
Yesterday I wrote about possible measles cases spreading in Michigan. And it seems as if this disease stuff won't let up because here comes another warning!. Yikes! Now we are getting another disease warning from the CDC, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And this warning is about the world's deadliest creature spreading a potentially deadly disease.
Massive Grocery Store Vegetable Recall in New York
New York residents who purchased fresh produce at Walmart and Aldi stores should be aware of a recent major recall due to potential listeria contamination. The FDA recently announced that Wiers Farm Inc. has expanded its voluntary recall of certain produce items sold at select stores in Ohio, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Whitmer signs $23.4B school budget in Flint amid criticism over funding for students, programs
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer gathered with parents, lawmakers and school and budget officials in Flint on Wednesday and signed off on the $23.4 billion education budget for Fiscal Year 2025. “As you all know, education is the key to growth: economic growth, community growth, personal growth. A good economy is built on great schools that deliver […] The post Whitmer signs $23.4B school budget in Flint amid criticism over funding for students, programs appeared first on Michigan Advance.
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