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Michigan Supreme Court restores minimum wage and sick leave laws
DETROIT (AP) — The Michigan Supreme Court overruled the Legislature on Wednesday, reinstating major changes to the state's minimum wage and paid sick leave laws, a victory for low-wage workers.In a 4-3 decision, the court said Republican lawmakers violated the state constitution.The laws were the result of a 2018 petition drive that collected more than 280,000 signatures.The Legislature had two options: put the proposed laws on the ballot for voters to decide or simply adopt them. GOP lawmakers chose to approve them — but then watered them down after that year's election, before Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer took over in 2019....
Lawmakers say staffing shortages in Michigan prisons reaching 'the point of desperation'
(The Center Square) – Michigan Republican lawmakers sounded the alarm on the deteriorating state of prisons in the Upper Peninsula and across the state, with severe staffing shortages, property damage and assaults on guards remaining largely unaddressed for years. State Sen. Ed McBroom, R-Waucedah, and state Rep. Greg Markkanen were among those who demanded immediate action from Michigan Department of Corrections Director Heidi Washington after legislative committee audits and union reports revealed the systemic administrative failures. ...
Drone deliveries of medical supplies to begin test runs in northwest Lower Michigan
In Michigan, more than 90% of the geographic area is designated as “rural,” according to the 2024 Roadmap to Rural Prosperity report — or 70 of Michigan’s 83 counties. This can be a challenge when it comes to accessing medical services, said Alison Arnold, director of Central Michigan University’s Rural Health Equity Institute.
Texas Roadhouse Hosts A Fundraiser To Provide A Home To A Disabled Marine
Texas Roadhouse is committed to showing support for our troops by giving back. Communities in Michigan and Indiana have opened their doors to support the “Homes for Our Troops” fundraiser. Until 10 p.m. on Tuesday, residents are encouraged to dine in at participating locations. On the designated day,...
DNR approves $2.6M in waterway grants
MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) – More than $2 million in grant funding will go towards 10 communities including Bay City, Fenton Township, and more to improve recreational boating. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) made the announcement on Wednesday, July 31. The funding is provided by the DNR Parks and...
Michigan Woman Finds $200K Winning Prize in Her Spam Folder
Sometimes important emails get trapped in your spam folder. It happened to a Macomb County woman who opened her spam folder and discovered she'd won a big prize from the Michigan Lottery. Her Big Cash surprise win was $207,199. Second Chance Drawing Surprise. The player tells the Michigan Lottery that...
Michigan Cracks Top 10 States for Best Early Education
Michigan's education system continues to find wins against other states. Recently, Ann Arbor was named the most educated city in the country, and now Michigan is among the best-educated states from the jump. We're talking about early, preschool education, one step before traditional, formal education. Somewhat surprisingly, not every state...
Warning: Popular Snack Dips in Michigan May Be Contaminated
It seems like it's becoming increasingly difficult to keep up with all the food and product recalls and warnings in Michigan. It feels like the foods we consume daily are becoming more and more dangerous to eat. Food products sold at Kroger stores in Michigan are being flagged and recalled...
DNR ends peregrine falcon banding after raptor’s status upgrade
In a success story, peregrine falcons will no longer be closely monitored in Michigan. With the raptor’s upgraded status – from endangered to threatened – the annual banding of chicks has ended. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our...
Free School Supply Drives in Southwest Michigan
The beginning of August means a lot of things as the summer is beginning to come to a close, the main things are football season, cooler weather, and school are all on their way. For most people, the first two aren't things that are a true concern because it doesn't take much effort for them, but that school piece is different. It seems like every year kids need new everything for the school year. This can be daunting to some parents as they try and make ends meet.
Viral Real Estate Blunder: Michigan Listing Sparks Online Frenzy
A Michigan home has recently gone viral on X (formerly Twitter) thanks to the account @zillowgonewild. Located in Belleville, Michigan, the home didn't attract attention for anything unusual about its physical features. Instead, it became famous for an odd listing error: the 1,396-square-foot home was originally listed as having two bedrooms and 86 bathrooms.
Detroit Medical Center Takes Lead in Michigan's Maternal Health Overhaul with First-of-its-Kind Verification Effort
Michigan's maternal health landscape is poised for a critical transformation, and the Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is at the forefront of this change. The DMC has become the first hospital in Michigan to apply for a rigorous maternal care verification process through the Joint Commission, as reported by The Detroit News. This step is part of a larger state-led effort to address stark disparities in maternal mortality, particularly those impacting women of color.
Secretary Buttigieg Visits Menominee and Manitowoc Ports as Part of Great Lakes Tour
MENOMINEE, Mich. (WTAQ-WLUK) — U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg is in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and Northeast Wisconsin Tuesday as part of a Great Lakes ports tour. Ports and waterways across the nation received $17 billion through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to strengthen supply chain reliability, speed up...
Owner of Michigan learning center pleads guilty to Medicaid fraud
(CBS DETROIT) - The owner of a Michigan-based children's learning center has pleaded guilty to Medicaid fraud, the Michigan Attorney General's office announced on Tuesday.Kaila Oman, 37, of Galesburg, was arraigned in the 54B District Court on two counts of Medicaid fraud - false claim. Oman remains free on bond.A sentencing hearing has not yet been scheduled.State officials said Oman owned the Mosaic Learning Center, which is located in Galesburg, Coldwater and Lansing. An investigation found that Oman submitted a bill to the Medicaid program for services not provided, including a period when the Coldwater location was closed, according to a news release."Medicaid funds critical services for those who need them," Nessel said in the release. "My office will remain vigilant to protect these funds from those who abuse the program."