The Trump administration cut a combined $4.5 million in criminal justice grant funding for Michigan-based organizations as part of a broad cost-cutting effort. Advocates say the move could cost lives. Local law enforcement groups say it’s too early to tell.
A Democratic-backed group faces a campaign finance complaint on claims it paid signature gatherers not to work for opponents, then didn’t report the arrangement.
Customers get cheaper, cleaner water when communities share the cost of infrastructure. But Michigan’s experience shows how political conflicts and logistical challenges can complicate the math.
Michigan is set to receive the federal infrastructure funds over the next five years, significantly boosting its lending capacity. The funds allow more communities to reinvest in essential public works without saddling residents with all the costs.
The Guard, seeking more space for cyber training and other modern military needs, would expand Camp Grayling’s footprint by accessing vast swaths of state land. It may face pushback from landowners and outdoor groups.
Michigan lawmakers vote to send proposal directly to ballot, a move that critics say is a conflict and saves a well-connected group millions of dollars.
Remora is opening its first factory in Wixom as the nation’s top truck haulers use the technology to cut carbon dioxide emissions. The company sells the captured CO2 to other industries, co-CEO Paul Gross explains in a Q and A.
Records show that the Secretary of State appeared to back a policy change that denied records release of ‘victims of violence,’ before quickly reversing course.
Data compiled by the Institute for Public Utilities at Michigan State University shows that water prices are climbing quickly — more quickly, until recent price spikes, than most other goods and services.
The university has faced criticism for years for its treatment of dogs during research. A new attorney general opinion states that there needs to be state oversight of animal experimentation.