Author: Interlochen Public Radio
Republican gubernatorial debates to get underway
The first of three Republican debates for Michigan governor is taking place this week in Kent County. GOP leadership says six of the seven candidates invited to debate have confirmed their attendance.
Plea deal in Chatfield corruption case shakes up Lansing
A corruption case tied to Lansing politics continues to raise questions about transparency, campaign donations, and oversight at the state Capitol. Plus, the U.S. Supreme Court could, once again, take up the legality of same-sex marriage.
Additional federal aid for March northern Michigan ice storm officially denied
The aid denial had been appealed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer back in August.
Special prosecutor declines to issue charges against Cadillac groundwater board
A special prosecutor in Benzie County has declined to issue charges against Cadillac’s Local Development Finance Authority. Michigan State Police investigated the board in June earlier this year after a complaint alleging the LDFA violated Michigan’s Open Meetings Act.
Michigan will suspend SNAP food benefits due to federal shutdown
Michigan is pausing November food assistance payments until further notice, due to the federal government shutdown.
