Author: Interlochen Public Radio
Corruption trial for ex-Michigan Speaker Lee Chatfield delayed to fall 2026
A judge has delayed by 10 months a planned trial for former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield, who along with his wife, is facing a slew of corruption-related charges….
Smokeless nicotine ejected: Detroit council takes Zyn out of the ballgame
The Detroit City Council voted 7-2 to criminalize smokeless tobacco and alternative nicotine products in sports arenas….
Federal shutdown hits Michigan telehealth, Head Start, environment, more
One researcher called the shutdown âa crisis in slow motionâ and multiple officials said cuts will worsen if the shutdown drags on….
Court: Chimps donât have human rights, must stay in Michigan zoo
A lawyer argued in a hearing last week that a UP zoo should have to prove holding chimpanzees does not violate the animalsâ right to liberty. The Michigan Court of Appeals said the zoo doesnât have to justify the chimpsâ confinement because chimpanzees arenât legal âpersons.â…
Michigan Senate votes to hike hunting and fishing fees
Michigan Senators approves fee increases for hunting, fishing licenses. House leader opposed past attempts….