Author: The London Free Press
Dems go it alone in Michigan House, where chaotic meeting ends in lame-duck limbo
After GOP walkout, Michigan House Democrats pass slew of bills to regulate book bans, simplify gender changes on state IDs and more â before a Democratic departure forces an abrupt adjournment….
Michigan charter school reforms near finish line in state Legislature
The four bills would put restrictions on the use of taxpayer money to buy and lease private property and require more financial transparency for charter schools….
Michigan eggs must be cage-free by 2025 as new sales law takes effect
Starting Dec. 31, Michigan grocery stores will only be able to sell cage-free eggs under law adopted five years ago. The law comes as the industry moves to cage-free, but it could mean higher prices….
Republicans walk out of Michigan House, demand action on tipped wage and sick leave laws
In a dramatic exchange, House Republicans walked off the floor. Democrats proceeded to approve bills to deter âsextortion.â…
Whooping cough cases skyrocket in Michigan, as vaccinations decline
A potentially deadly disease in infants, whooping cough â pertussis â has exploded in Michigan this year, in part because of decreased vaccination rates….
Bridge Michigan News Quiz, Dec. 13, 2024: Lame duck trivia
Like the Michigan Legislature, the Bridge Michigan News Quiz is working late into the year. Have you paid attention?…
Opinion | Divided government requires bipartisan action â Michigan can do it again
An important majority of American citizens want the conflicting political parties to put aside the hatred and distrust that were hallmarks of the campaign and work together to solve problems….
Ten ways Michigan may change under Trump, from doctors and EVs to school lunch
More doctors but fewer insurance options for the needy? Tax credits for private schools, but not EVs? Hereâs what residents can expect in 2025 under President-elect Donald Trump….
$90M data center tax break plan headed to Gov. Whitmer after final passage
The legislation poises Michigan to exempt massive âenterpriseâ data centers from sales and use taxes on their equipment, saving the industry an estimated $90 million through 2065….
Gun reforms among measures approved in marathon Michigan lame-duck meetings
Michigan Democrats approved âghost gunâ and bump stock bans, but several other major packages are in limbo with few voting days left….