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WEB5 days ago · Michigan Government. Michigan’s presidential election is technically 43 days away. But voting begins later this week as absentee ballots go out. Bridge reporters break down your voting options — and the latest presidential campaign news.
Michigan prison staffers quitting in droves. Will 5% raises make …
WEBJul 26, 2022 · Starting in October, pay will rise 5 percent across the board at a cost of $47 million, the biggest increase in Michigan history. Wisconsin boosted wages by $3 an hour to nearly $23 an hour. Florida is offering new corrections officers bonuses up to $5,000 to help fill a 30 percent vacancy rate. Overall, Michigan correctional officers and ...
Lordstown, Ohio gives Michigan hint of how EV battery plant …
WEBFeb 4, 2022 · The 2.8 million-square-foot battery plant is reinvigorating industrial development, sending land prices higher for related businesses and attracting millions in investment from others, like warehouses and utilities. The influx of commuting workers — nearly 2,000 aside from Ultium Cells — may spur residential growth.
2022 Michigan ballot proposals guide: What you should know …
WEBMichigan Proposals 1 and 2 passed handily by voters Tuesday. LANSING — Michiganders will consider three proposals on the Nov. 8 ballot, including measures to enshrine abortion rights, allow nine days of early voting and reform term limits. The Michigan Supreme Court ordered on Sept. 8 to place the abortion and voting proposals on the ballot ...
Michigan’s political geography is shifting. These interactive maps …
WEBApr 22, 2021 · The Michigan Secretary of State has released precinct-level election results, offering a granular look at political geography. Below are maps created by Bridge Michigan of the 2020 — and the 2016 — presidential elections, allowing you to see how every precinct voted You can use the “search” feature to zoom in on a specific address or ...
Are mushrooms legal in Michigan? Here's what you should know
WEBMar 29, 2022 · What to know. Three Michigan cities and one county have decriminalized so-called magic mushrooms and entheogenic plants, as a statewide petition to decriminalize psychedelic substances makes its rounds. (Shutterstock) March 29, 2022. Zahra Ahmad (Email) Michigan Government.
Who are the five candidates running for Michigan Supreme Court?
WEBSep 21, 2022 · Paul Hudson is a Republican nominee for the Michigan Supreme Court. He chairs the appeals group at Miller Canfield law firm. He graduated from Cornell University and Georgetown Law, and clerked for Raymond Kethledge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. He is the grandson of former Michigan State …
Michigan taxes to fall for seniors, low-income earners. How much …
WEBJan 9, 2024 · Likewise, big earners will see the biggest tax increase as the rate goes back up. An individual filer who makes $50,000 will save about $60 for 2023 but will see their future bills go back up by that same amount. An individual filer who makes $500,000 will save about $960 in 2023 taxes but pay that much more in future years.
Michigan approves $50M for Upper Peninsula copper mine — but …
WEBMar 26, 2024 · The state will support a new copper mine near Lake Superior with $50 million in infrastructure funding. The Michigan Strategic Fund board said concerns about the company’s funding had been resolved. Still, the unanimous board vote came after dozens of comments from both supporters and detractors. The state of …
Ford changes EV strategy but proceeds with smaller Michigan …
WEBApr 9, 2024 · Stung by EV losses, Ford plans smaller Michigan factory with fewer jobs. Ford EV battery plant on Marshall Michigan megasite gets $1B in incentives. Judge denies bid to halt site work for Ford EV battery plant in Marshall. The original price tag was $3.5 billion before Ford said in late 2023 it would downshift its plans.