Michigan Economy

Governor Whitmer Warns of SNAP Funding Cuts in Michigan

News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer expresses concern over significant cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Michigan, potentially…

2 months ago

Job Corps Centers in Michigan Pause Operations Amid Financial Crisis

News Summary The U.S. Department of Labor has paused operations at multiple Job Corps centers, including those in Detroit, Flint,…

2 months ago

Proposed Cuts to SNAP Could Cost Michigan $900 Million

News Summary Proposed budget cuts under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could lead to a staggering $900 million loss…

2 months ago

Federal Trial Begins for Michigan Farm Contractor Over Labor Violations

News Summary A federal trial has commenced against Purpose Point Harvesting LLC, accused of trafficking and labor violations involving Guatemalan…

2 months ago

Detroit Residents Rally Against DTE Energy’s Rate Hike Proposal

News Summary On May 29, Detroit residents, advocacy groups, and state lawmakers protested DTE Energy's $574 million rate hike proposal…

2 months ago

Federal Order Extends Operations of J.H. Campbell Plant

News Summary The U.S. Energy Department has mandated the continuation of the J.H. Campbell coal-fired power plant operations in Ottawa…

2 months ago

GOP-led House Passes Major Funding Cut to SNAP Program

News Summary The U.S. House of Representatives has narrowly passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which proposes a $285…

2 months ago

Campbell Coal Plant Operates Longer Amid Summer Demand

News Summary The J.H. Campbell coal plant in Ottawa County, Michigan, will remain operational for an additional 90 days due…

2 months ago

Michigan DNR Pauses Solar Projects on State Forestlands

News Summary The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has announced a temporary halt to new utility-scale solar projects on state-managed…

2 months ago

Michigan Suspends Road Construction for Memorial Day Weekend

News Summary To ease traffic congestion during the Memorial Day weekend, Michigan officials announced the suspension of about 58% of…

2 months ago