News Summary Black homeownership in Michigan faces significant challenges, with mortgage denial rates exceeding 20% for Black applicants in Grand Rapids and Detroit. A recent LendingTree analysis shows that the Black homeownership rate in Grand Rapids is the lowest among the 50 largest U.S. metros, at just 30.1%. Systemic barriers,
News Summary A report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition highlights a growing housing crisis for Michigan renters, with the income needed for a two-bedroom apartment rising to $24.46 per hour. This contrasts sharply with the state’s minimum wage and average renter wages. The report indicates a significant disparity
News Summary TerrAscend Corp. has announced its exit from the Michigan cannabis market, resulting in over 230 layoffs and plans to divest all Michigan assets, including four cultivation facilities and 20 retail stores. This decision reflects the challenges in the Michigan cannabis market, including market oversupply and declining prices. While
News Summary TerrAscend Corp has announced its exit from the Michigan cannabis market, affecting 20 dispensaries and over 240 employees. This strategic move is part of a broader workforce reduction of 21% across the company. The decision comes as sales in Michigan decline and the company redirects focus to more
News Summary On May 1, 2025, Michigan State Representative Josh Schriver introduced two bills aimed at classifying elective abortions as homicide, known as the ‘justice for babies in the womb act.’ If passed, these laws would equate fetuses with legal persons, subjecting women who receive abortions to potential homicide charges.
News Summary As the tenth anniversary of the Obergefell v. Hodges ruling approaches, advocates express growing fears that same-sex marriage rights may be threatened. Legislative discussions hint at potential legal challenges resembling the reversal of Roe v. Wade. Despite strong public support in Michigan, recent signals from the Supreme Court
News Summary FASORP has filed a lawsuit against the University of Michigan and the Michigan Law Review, alleging that straight white men face discrimination in the selection process for the Law Review. The lawsuit claims that the introduction of a ‘Holistic Review Committee’ favors demographic diversity over academic merit. FASORP
News Summary A recent study reveals that single adults in Michigan will require an annual salary of over $87,000 by 2025 to maintain a comfortable lifestyle due to rising costs. The analysis highlights the 50/30/20 budgeting rule and indicates that families also face increased financial pressures. With a significant portion
News Summary The Michigan Board of Canvassers has approved a referendum to potentially overturn laws limiting the state’s minimum wage and address concerns about the tipped wage system. While both parties previously voted against a wage hike, a grassroots movement is advocating for reform amid rising living costs. With the
News Summary Brenda Tracy, a prominent advocate for sexual assault awareness, has filed a federal lawsuit against Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees, alleging mishandling of her harassment complaint against former coach Mel Tucker. Tracy claims damages from identity leaks and emotional distress, seeking over $75,000. The case highlights struggles
