UP Gazette

A conservative watchdog group says Whitmer violated her own COVID-19 executive order

By James Ledbetter | Jan 26, 2021

A conservative watchdog group has pointed out that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer neglected her own COVID-19 executive order when she attended President Joe Biden’s inauguration at the Capitol in Washington D.C. on Jan. 20, according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.

Michigan continues to imprison children for noncriminal offenses amid COVID-19 pandemic

By James Ledbetter | Jan 21, 2021

The state of Michigan imprisons children for infractions like skipping school, defiance of parents and other noncriminal actions, despite the COVID-19 crisis, according to a report by Bridge Michigan.

Restaurant employment numbers take a dive across Michigan

By James Ledbetter | Dec 23, 2020

Restaurant employment numbers have significantly decreased in Michigan since February of this year, according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.

McBroom announces free newsletter for constituents explaining ballot proposals

By James Ledbetter | Oct 27, 2020

Sen. Ed McBroom (R-Waucedah Township) has announced on Facebook that he is offering a free newsletter, which will provide information on ballot proposals for those who are interested in staying informed.

Michigan car insurance rates are expected to drop, thanks to a new law

By James Ledbetter | Aug 19, 2020

Michigan lawmakers recently announced that they have conquered high car insurance rates amid the COVID-19 financial crisis, according to the Michigan House Republicans website.