Michigan now has the highest rate of new coronavirus infections in the nation and a surge that mirrors the deadly one from the fall. But so much is different this spring — from vaccination levels to warming temps.

We’ve prioritized the most vulnerable for COVID vaccinations, as we should. We should now prioritize those who are most prone to spread the virus.

According to the preliminary report, thousands more signed up since March 29, seeking a part of an historic settlement that exceeds $600 million in reimbursement for lead-poisoned city drinking water.

On Wednesday, Detroit native and journalist Steve Luxenberg joined Bridge Michigan for a discussion of his memoir ‘Annie’s Ghosts: A Journey Into a Family Secret.’ Watch the recording here.

Thousands throughout Michigan are doing the unthinkable and headed south to Ohio. (* forgiven for now)

Fast action by state government made a brutal year better than it could have been for Michigan residents, according to a University of Michigan study.

If you missed Bridge Michigan Capitol reporter Jonathan Oosting’s Zoom discussion with the ACLU of Michigan and Mackinac Center on government transparency and reform efforts in Michigan, catch it here.