Author: Clean Technica
Nearly 1.6M criminal records cleared under Michigan âclean slateâ law
Over three years, Michigan has automatically expunged more than 1. 5 million criminal convictions under a bipartisan âclean slateâ law. Advocates say thatâs opening doors to jobs, housing and more….
Gambling addiction on the rise. Michigan does less than most states to help
The rise of online betting has led to a rise in gambling addiction, but, unlike other states that do things like prohibit credit cards on betting apps, Michigan allows gambling apps to offer bets even to those exhibiting addicted behaviors….
Dam threatened, airport closed, roads wash out amid northern Michigan rains
Heavy rains, excessive snowmelt and saturated ground have combined to cause flooding across northern Michigan. Water levels are near the top of the Cheboygan dam and officials told residents to prepare for evacuation….
Jocelyn Benson: Ban Michigan utility spending to influence politicians
Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Jocelyn Benson wants to stop DTE and Consumers from spending to influence or elect politicians. âWe’re going to end the conflict of interest,â she said….
Michigan kids miss a lot of school. Rural districts trying to change that
Michigan has the highest rate of chronic absenteeism in the Midwest. In rural southwest Michigan, districts are using research-backed tactics to get kids in class….