News Summary The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) has canceled over $100 million in state funding for Gotion High-Tech’s proposed battery factory project. Originally projected to create 2,350 jobs, the decision comes amid local governance disputes and accusations regarding the company’s ties to the Chinese Communist Party. Gotion has been
News Summary Michigan is partnering with Walmart to celebrate International Eat an Apple Day on September 19, highlighting locally grown produce through farm tours and community engagement. The event, organized by Riveridge Produce Marketing, showcases the importance of local agriculture with tours of packing facilities and harvest fields to promote
News Summary The Trump Administration’s implementation of new tariffs has raised concerns for Michigan’s automotive industry, small businesses, and middle-class families. With major manufacturers like General Motors and Ford estimating losses up to $4 billion, the tariffs are expected to increase vehicle prices and burden local economies. Small business owners
News Summary A 52-year-old man was taken into custody following a tense three-hour standoff at the Stellantis Sterling Heights Assembly Plant on July 12, 2025. Police responded to reports of an armed individual barricaded inside the facility. Thankfully, all employees were evacuated safely and the suspect surrendered without incident. A
News Summary Gas prices in Michigan have risen by 12 cents this week, averaging $3.27 per gallon. This increase reflects a 16-cent rise from last month but is still lower than last year’s prices. Motorists are now spending around $49 to fill a typical 15-gallon tank. While Michigan’s prices are
News Summary The U.S. Mint has launched a new $1 coin in Michigan, celebrating the state’s contributions to automotive manufacturing. Unveiled at the Detroit Historical Society, the coin features a 1930s assembly line honoring the impact of autoworkers on American society. Designed by Steven Bieda, the coin serves as a
News Summary The auto industry in Michigan and Ohio is experiencing significant upheaval as unemployment rates soar. Factors such as high interest rates, cooling labor markets, and potential tariff changes are impacting local businesses. Major automakers like GM and Ford are scaling back operations and laying off thousands of workers,
News Summary General Motors announced a $4 billion investment over the next two years to enhance vehicle production at three U.S. plants. This investment will allow GM to assemble over two million vehicles each year, responding to market demands and adapting to consumer preferences, including a shift towards electric vehicles.
News Summary General Motors has announced a $4 billion investment to shift production from Mexico to three key facilities in Michigan, Kansas, and Tennessee. This strategic move aims to create approximately 2,300 new jobs while retaining 1,000 existing positions. The investment signals a shift towards gas-powered vehicles at the Orion
News Summary Ram has officially revealed its return to NASCAR after a 13-year absence, planning to participate in the 2026 Craftsman Truck Series. This move follows Dodge’s exit from the sport in 2012. At the Michigan International Speedway, Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis introduced a new concept race truck while outlining
