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A developer has proposed a five-story building with apartments and retail space near downtown Muskegon, Michigan. Local news reports the plan as part of ongoing redevelopment interest around the city center, though details on timeline, cost and number of units were not provided.
- 2Global Fuel Shocks Ripple Through Michigan's EconomyβThe Long Pipeline: How Global Fuel Shocks Reshape the Michigan Economy
Michigan State University researchers examine how disruptions in global fuel markets travel through supply chains to affect Michigan's economy, from transportation and manufacturing costs to consumer prices at the pump. The analysis highlights the state's exposure to international energy volatility and what sustained price shocks could mean for local businesses and households.
- 3Whitmer tells wavering Democrats she won't back down on trans rightsβGretchen Whitmer to Democrats questioning their support for trans rights: βIβve never waveredβ
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer pushed back against fellow Democrats who have begun questioning the party's support for transgender rights, saying she has "never wavered" on the issue. Her remarks come as some in the party debate whether trans rights are politically costly, making her a prominent voice defending the party's position on LGBTQ protections heading into future elections.
- 4Michigan veterans describe personal toll of Iran War, criticize GOP leadershipβMichigan vets outline everyday impacts of Iran War, airing frustrations with GOP leadership
Michigan veterans have spoken out about how the Iran War affects their daily lives, voicing frustration with Republican leadership over the conflict. Their accounts highlight lingering strains from military service β from health concerns to family and financial pressures β and sharpen criticism of how elected officials are handling the war and veterans' needs.
- 5Michigan House lawmakers push items before general electionβHouse lawmakers consider several items during wind down to general election
Michigan House lawmakers are weighing several pieces of legislation as the legislative session winds down ahead of the general election. With campaign season intensifying, lawmakers face a narrow window to advance pending bills before turning their focus to the November contest, leaving the fate of several items uncertain.
- 6Grand Blanc community heals a year after church attackβGrand Blanc community grows closer as it heals a year after church attack
One year after a church attack in Grand Blanc, Michigan, the community is reported to be growing closer as it continues to recover. The Detroit News describes residents coming together in the year since the violence, highlighting acts of solidarity and collective healing across the town.
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No. 17 Iowa faces No. 18 Michigan in a ranked Big Ten college football matchup at Michigan Stadium, known as the Big House. Both teams enter with strong records, making the game a key test in the conference race. Betting outlets are heavily promoting the game, with predictions, picks and odds drawing wide attention, and the matchup is trending in US search rankings as fans weigh the evenly matched sides.
- 8Michigan clerks reassure voters as absentee voting beginsβClerks reiterate Michigan elections are βsafe, secure, fairβ as absentee voting begins
Michigan election clerks are publicly reaffirming that the state's elections are 'safe, secure and fair' as absentee voting gets underway. The officials' statement is aimed at shoring up voter confidence in the run-up to election day, countering lingering doubts about the integrity of the voting process. Residents can now request and return absentee ballots as the state's voting period begins.