For the first time in Michigan history, state Senate leaders are proposing to create a much fairer school funding formula that would rightfully consider the concentration of poverty in individual school districts across the state,…
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Now that a long-awaited advance in climate legislation has been achieved at the federal level which provides unprecedented funding for green energy, the spotlight moves to the states as “ground zero” for implementation. Yet this…
As the nation faces yet another battle over a federal debt ceiling this summer, with a divided Congress, some members are calling for claw backs of the American Rescue Plan dollars that went to state…
Unfortunately, there are hungry kids in every community. No one can thrive on an empty stomach. Hunger consumes us. It affects our moods and takes up all our attention. And if you’re a student,…
Gun crime defendants must get a mental health screening before they are given a chance to commit another crime with a gun. At arraignment hearings, Macomb County assistant prosecutors will recommend judges order all…
BY ISHKA BIBBLE “Just because you got the monkey off your back doesn’t mean the circus has left town.” —George Carlin Like the robins that return to Michigan each Spring, I too have trekked north…
The last couple of years have been rough. Between the COVID-19 pandemic, day-to-day caregiving responsibilities and an ever-increasing cost of living, the stress is often difficult to manage. And for women who lack an…
Last week, President Biden makes his first trip to Canada, visiting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. As they tick off the necessary pleasantries and get down to business, a discussion about energy transition should be…
The new state Legislature has gotten out of the gate quickly and is on track for a very impactful first 100 days. In many ways, it is an optimistic moment. That said, an education…
Once again, Michiganders wait for the sun to shine in Michigan. At the same time, we wait for the sun to shine on our local and state government. Overall, the Great Lakes State has consistently…