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Whitmer after signing energy emergency executive order: 'We aren't taking any chances'

After a recent collapse of the energy sector in southern states -- particularly in Texas -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a state of energy emergency executive order on Feb. 20, which guarantees ample propane distribution for the weeks ahead.

By Trina Thomas | Mar 1, 2021

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Michigan's restaurant jobs suffer while government jobs increase during COVID-19 pandemic

While COVID-19 has negatively impacted jobs in the Michigan restaurant industry, the state government seems to have escaped the same fate.

By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | Jan 27, 2021

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Supporters protest after Cafe Rosetta diner in Calumet refuses to close indoor dining

By Christopher Mobley | Jan 19, 2021

On Jan. 2, over 1,000 area residents showed up at the Houghton County Courthouse to support the Café Rosetta diner in Calumet.

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Federal committee and Michigan attorney general seek to cut harassing robocalls to hospitals

By John Sammon | Jan 15, 2021

A federal advisory committee, including participation from the office of Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, has made recommendations to the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) to cut the number of automated, prerecorded calls to hospitals that reportedly disrupt critical services and communications.

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Michigan's COVID-19 response deemed questionable as other states pull even in case numbers

By Caleb Lombardo | Jan 7, 2021

Throughout the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's administration has touted its response and the effect that Michigan's lockdowns and restrictions have had on the number of coronavirus cases in the state.

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Subsidies given to Michigan solar energy customers may soon be limited by utility companies

By Andy Nghiem | Dec 25, 2020

According to Bridge Michigan, Michigan utilities may soon begin limiting the ability of owners of rooftop solar panels to sell their excess power back to the company, removing a major financial incentive for homeowners to invest in solar energy.

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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.

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MDHHS director blames Michigan residents for the ever-increasing spread of COVID-19

By Elle Johnson | Dec 18, 2020

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Director Robert Gordon has placed the blame on state residents for the continuing spread of COVID-19, and he has extended the current epidemic order through Friday, Jan. 15, which closes bars and restaurants to in-person service.

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Upper Peninsula voters disagree with fracking ban, reject Biden’s support of wind and solar energy

By Staff reports | Oct 12, 2020

An overwhelming majority of voters polled by the UP Gazette are overwhelmingly against Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden’s proposals to emphasize wind and solar energy over fracking and the Democratic party’s move to eliminate or heavily regulate the fracking industry.

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Michigan infant's death raises questions about COVID death count

By Juliette Fairley | Sep 28, 2020

The number of COVID-19 cases is under scrutiny in Michigan after the underlying cause of death of a 2-month-old was listed as coronavirus and necrotizing enterocolitis instead of a birth defect, according to media reports.

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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.

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Whitmer's executive order puts senior citizens at risk for COVID-19

By Elle Johnson | Aug 17, 2020

There have been approximately 6,400 COVID-19 deaths in Michigan, with 2,005 of those deaths being residents of long-term care facilities, according to Michigan House Republicans.

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LaFave: Proposal to ban Michigan police from using tear gas is 'foolish'

By David Beasley | Jul 20, 2020

Proposed legislation that would ban police in Michigan from using tear gas is a “foolish idea,” according to Rep. Beau LaFave (R-Iron Mountain).

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McBroom: New auto insurance laws may save Michigan drivers money

By Kimberly James | Jul 8, 2020

Michigan drivers could be experiencing savings after new auto insurance laws went into effect July 1.

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Markkanen: Time for Michigan to stop stifling alternative energy in the UP

By Benjamin Kibbey | Jun 24, 2020

Rep. Greg Markkanen (R-Hancock), gave testimony recently before the House Energy Committee as he advocated for a plan to improve access to clean, affordable energy in the Upper Peninsula.

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Michigan Senate passes legislation capping methamphetamine

By Elle Johnson | Mar 16, 2020

Michigan's state Senate passed legislation on Feb. 19 that would fight the spread of methamphetamine abuse throughout the state.

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Michigan launches new website and hotline for auto insurance changes

By Andrew Giermak | Mar 6, 2020

Michigan rolled out a new website and hotline in February designed to give consumers more auto insurance choices and potentially lower insurance rates.

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Auto insurance reforms take effect in Michigan

By Michael Carroll | 5 years ago

Hundreds of new state laws took effect across the nation this week, including minimum wage increases, new internet privacy rules, gun-related regulations, marijuana legalization and new tests on whether workers can be classified as independent contractors.

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Mackinac Island experimenting with drone restrictions

By Amanda Smith-Teutsch | Sep 22, 2019

A city in Northern Michigan is trying out a new Michigan state law that gives the popular tourist destination the ability to regulate drones within its jurisdictional boundaries.