Kyle Kaminski

The largest budget in state history is poised to pay big dividends for Michigan’s schools and infrastructure, as well as bolster access to healthcare, housing, workforce training—and more.

Legislation signed into law this week by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will lower energy costs for low-income residents, help ensure the state’s natural resources are protected, and a whole lot more. 

Thanks to President Joe Biden’s American Rescue Plan Act, millions of dollars in federal funding just landed in Michigan—and it’s all going to help improve health care in rural communities.

Michigan lawmakers are planning to tear down lingering barriers to reproductive freedom—including repealing old state laws that mandate waiting periods and parental consent. 

State legislation signed this week by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer officially outlaws so-called conversion therapy to “convert” LGBTQ kids into heterosexuality or traditional gender expectations. MICHIGAN—If state Reps. Felicia Brabec and Jason Hoskins can help stop just one child from facing the trauma of LGBTQ conversion therapy, their newly signed bills will serve their purpose. But…

Legal battles have complicated efforts to shut down an oil pipeline beneath the Straits of Mackinac. But a recent ruling from a judge could mark the start of the final chapter in the years-long saga.

Legal battles have complicated efforts to shut down an oil pipeline beneath the Straits of Mackinac. But a recent ruling from a judge could mark the start of the final chapter in the years-long saga.

A newly signed partnership agreement between the state of Michigan and Ontario aims to bolster trade, encourage investment, and foster international job creation.