From Detroit to Hancock, hardy souls are beating the winter blahs by swimming in lakes and rivers. Why this pandemic pastime — and Finnish tradition — has found staying power in Michigan.
The legislation poises Michigan to exempt massive “enterprise” data centers from sales and use taxes on their equipment, saving the industry an estimated $90 million through 2065.
The Geminid meteor shower will reach peak activity Friday night. Weather-permitting, Michiganders may be able to catch the astronomical phenomenon, but a nearly full moon could limit visibility.
Portions of the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, which called for a reduction in drug prices, continue to click into place, including a $2,000 cap in 2025 for some Medicare beneficiaries. But there are limits.
Amid climate concerns and frustrations with DTE Energy’s high outage rate, the city is planning a ‘sustainable energy utility’ that backers tout as a cheaper, cleaner, and more reliable option.
Plans would give police a ‘duty to intervene’ if a colleague uses excessive force, restrict no-knock warrants and require more extensive background checks for new officers.
The Michigan Attorney General’s Office said it may appeal the decision in St. Clair Shores involving two deputy election clerks. A man charged with voting absentee and in person will face trial.
Michigan will implement cameras in work zones to prevent construction-related crashes and on school buses to track people who fail to stop. The work-zone traffic systems can automatically issue tickets.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) unlocks grants and student loans. Michigan leaders are split on whether requiring students to fill out the form to graduate is a good idea.