Michigan government news

DOJ Files Lawsuits Against Four States Over Climate Actions

News Summary The U.S. Justice Department has filed lawsuits against Hawaii, Michigan, New York, and Vermont, claiming their climate initiatives…

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

Michigan House Votes to Hold Secretary of State in Contempt

News Summary The Michigan House of Representatives, under Republican control, voted to hold Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson in contempt…

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 Introduces Comprehensive Cryptocurrency Legislation

News Summary On May 21, 2025, Michigan lawmakers introduced four significant bills aimed at regulating cryptocurrency investments and mining. House…

2 months ago

Lawrence City Commission Approves New Apartment Complex

News Summary The Lawrence City Commission has approved a rezoning request for a new two-story apartment complex with 24 units.…

2 months ago

Supreme Court Refuses Republican Bid to Overturn Voting Reforms

News Summary The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a lawsuit by 11 Republican lawmakers from Michigan aimed at…

2 months ago

Michigan Faces Medicaid Cuts Amid Congressional Debate

News Summary Michigan is at risk of significant Medicaid program cuts that could impact millions of residents as Congress discusses…

3 months ago

Michigan to Distribute $34 Million to Unemployment Claimants

News Summary Michigan will distribute about $34 million to 23,000 unemployment claimants following a class-action lawsuit settlement. The settlement addresses…

3 months ago

Buchanan, Michigan Secures $2.8 Million in Grants for Revitalization

News Summary Buchanan, Michigan, will receive $2.8 million in grants from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation as part of the…

3 months ago