Michigan groups advocating for a minimum wage hike and paid leave say they’ll finally see their day in court next month.
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UAW reaches tentative pact with General Motors, the last Detroit Three holdout
The United Auto Workers on Monday reached a tentative contract agreement with General Motors, following previous tentative pacts with the other Detroit Three automakers, Ford Motor Co. and Stellantis.
Michigan Unemployment Rate Rises Slightly in September
State unemployment data for September was released by the Department of Technology, Management & Budget, and the new figures show a slight two-tenths of a percentage point increase in unemployment from August to September.
Lions Four Game Winning Streak Comes to an End in Baltimore
The Detroit Lions four game winning streak came to an abrupt end on Sunday, October 22nd, as the team fell to the Baltimore Ravens 38-6.
Early Voting Available Soon for Some Michiganders
Michiganders have even more election access through pilot programs that allow early voting in some local communities.
Indigenous Peoples Day Offers a Reminder of Native American History
For the third year, the United States will officially observe Columbus Day alongside Indigenous Peoples Day on Oct. 9, 2023.
Save Billions or Stick With Humira? Drug Brokers Steer Americans to the Costly Choice
Tennessee last year spent $48 million on a single drug, Humira — about $62,000 for each of the 775 patients who were covered by its employee health insurance program and receiving the treatment.
MI Makes Electric Vehicles. Are Michiganders Buying Them?
New car prices are dropping, with electric vehicle price tags leading the way. Will more drivers in Michigan decide to buy?
Michigan Farmers Urge State Lawmakers to Pass ‘Right to Repair’ Legislation
Farmers, environmental groups and farming advocates from across Michigan are urging state lawmakers to pass House Bill 4673, which would allow farmers and ranchers to fix their own equipment.
Major Win for Michigan with SNAP Asset Test Gone
Michigan families no longer need to spend down their savings and be restricted to having only $15,000 in assets to receive SNAP benefits.