Author: Interlochen Public Radio
Lee Chatfieldâs chief of staff will testify against him in corruption probe plea deal
Rob Minard has pleaded guilty after his wife, Anné, pleaded guilty in late October. Both were close associates of the former state House speaker, who is also facing corruption-related charges….
Report: Change how Michigan courts are funded, standardize fines and fees
Michigan trial courts cost about $1.2 billion annually to maintain and are primarily funded by local governments and court fees. A new report from the Michigan Judicial Council recommends a centralized state funding system to relieve pressure on local courts and remove possible conflicts of interest….
As Lansing mulls change, Michigan schools face uphill fight against absenteeism
Educators send letters to parents, host meetings and even pick up students to combat absenteeism as lawmakers consider a stronger approach….
Unlike Michigan, Indiana got tough on missing school. Itâs already working
Cross the border into Indiana, and chronic absenteeism rates are often half of what they are in Michigan. Thatâs because Indiana noticed a problem and passed laws demanding accountability….
Migrant farm work has boomed in Michigan. The feds just cut workersâ pay
The lower minimum wage for migrant farmhands has some farmers celebrating the cost savings and others wondering if theyâll still be able to attract the workers they need….