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Trump Likely to Face Criminal Charges Over Effort to Overturn 2020 Election
Trump is expected to face chargers over his effort to overturn the 2020 election—a ploy that if successful, would have effectively ended America's 200-plus year experiment in democracy and caused a constitutional crisis in the most powerful country in the world. The post Trump Likely to Face Criminal Charges Over Effort to Overturn 2020 Election first appeared on The Gander.
340,000 UPS Workers Could Strike on Aug. 1—Here’s Why
Although several of the Teamsters’ demands have been met, the union is still pushing to raise wages for part-time workers at UPS, who earn a minimum of only $16.20 per hour. "These part-timers are working at poverty wages," Teamsters President Sean O'Brien said. The post 340,000 UPS Workers Could Strike on Aug. 1—Here’s Why first appeared on The Gander.
Here’s How Donald Trump’s ‘Army’ Tried (and Failed) to Steal a Presidential Election in Michigan
Sixteen Republicans who falsely claimed to be Michigan’s presidential electors in 2020 are facing felony charges for their blatant attempt to subvert democracy. Here’s how their scheme was foiled. LANSING—About three weeks before a violent mob of armed insurrectionists stormed the US Capitol over a so-called “stolen” election, Republicans in Michigan were allegedly back home... The post Here’s How Donald Trump’s ‘Army’ Tried (and Failed) to Steal a Presidential Election in Michigan first appeared on The Gander.
Over 26K Michigan Borrowers Now Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness
More than 26,000 Michiganders will have their student loan debts forgiven, according to the US Department of Education. The post Over 26K Michigan Borrowers Now Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness first appeared on The Gander.
Voting Will Be More Convenient Than Ever for Michiganders Under New State Laws
Bipartisan legislation signed this week by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer officially aligns state law with a recent constitutional amendment to expand voting rights—including a full nine days of early voting. The post Voting Will Be More Convenient Than Ever for Michiganders Under New State Laws first appeared on The Gander.
Meet The Man ‘Tracing’ Michigan on a 2,400-Mile Bike Journey
There's no history of someone following the state's borders continuously on bike. Now it's being done, and all for a good cause. The post Meet The Man ‘Tracing’ Michigan on a 2,400-Mile Bike Journey first appeared on The Gander.
Here Are the Best Secret Beaches in Michigan to Avoid Crowds. (Shh: Don’t Tell.)
Skip the tourist traps. Here are 19 Michigan beaches for sand, sun, and sweet, sweet solitude. The post Here Are the Best Secret Beaches in Michigan to Avoid Crowds. (Shh: Don’t Tell.) first appeared on The Gander.
Michigan Faith Leaders Back New Bills to Help Immigrants Obtain Driver Licenses
Pending state legislation would offer ID cards to all Michiganders, including undocumented immigrants, so everyone can safely travel the state, access vital services, and find employment. The post Michigan Faith Leaders Back New Bills to Help Immigrants Obtain Driver Licenses first appeared on The Gander.
Michigan Rocks: Your Guide to Collecting the State’s Unique Native Stones
Michigan is one of the best places in the world for rockhounding. Check out this 2023 guide on how and where to rock hunt in the Mitten—plus what to look for when you’re there. The post Michigan Rocks: Your Guide to Collecting the State’s Unique Native Stones first appeared on The Gander.
Lake Michigan Swimmer to Take on 80-Plus-Mile Challenge to Raise Money for US Coast Guard
Jim Dreyer will attempt to swim more than 80 miles in August to raise money for the Chief Petty Officers Association, an independent group that offers a variety of services to enlisted members of the US Coast Guard. The post Lake Michigan Swimmer to Take on 80-Plus-Mile Challenge to Raise Money for US Coast Guard first appeared on The Gander.
5 Questions to Plan Your Perfect Cannabis-Infused Summer Getaway
MICHIGAN—We Michiganders love our weed—even more so in the summer. Ask any budtender at any pot shop, and they’ll likely all tell you the same thing: More pot products, on average, are sold during the summer months than any other time of the year. Statistics show that last month alone, Michiganders dropped nearly $250 million on... The post 5 Questions to Plan Your Perfect Cannabis-Infused Summer Getaway first appeared on The Gander.
Traverse City Officials Join Investigation into ‘Breathtaking Hate and Bigotry’ at Local Salon
City officials in Traverse City are looking into possible violations of a city anti-discrimination ordinance at a local hair salon this week after its owner posted on social media that some members of the LGBTQ community are not welcome at her business.
Next Round of Michigan Gun Safety Legislation to Focus on Domestic Violence, Suicide Prevention
After passing gun safety legislation that was signed into law this spring, Democratic state lawmakers plan to further address violence by introducing bills that would keep guns out of the hands of abusers and allow people at risk of suicide to place themselves on a registry barring them from purchasing firearms.
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