New State Budget Get Mixed Reviews Along Party Lines
There will be no shutdown of state government this year as state lawmakers have put the finishing touches on this year's budget, about three months ahead of the deadline.
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There will be no shutdown of state government this year as state lawmakers have put the finishing touches on this year's budget, about three months ahead of the deadline.
A U.S. official confirmed that a Monday drone strike in Pakistan killed al Qaeda leader Abu Yahya al-Libi, the most serious blow to the battered terror network since the death of its leader Osama bin Laden,
The state House Judiciary Committee has approved legislation making it easier to remove synthetic drugs from store shelves.
A bill making its way through the Michigan legislator would keep employers or schools from requiring you to reveal the password to your Facebook account.
Ninety-two percent of the nearly 8,000 required signatures are said to have been received by the group called "Recall Janice Daniels".
The Michigan Senate will vote this week on legislation that would order the University of Michigan to provide more data on its stem cell research.
Switching Michigan teachers out of traditional pensions and into government savings plans may cost more than it would save.
Gay marriage and anti-bullying legislation; just a couple of the issues members of the gay and lesbian community are supporting at the annual Motor City Pride.
Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder got the extra police troopers and summer jobs programs for inner city youths he wanted in the new budget, but he failed to get lawmakers to tie education money to student performance or invest as much as he wanted in health initiatives.
"I have ended my write-in campaign in Michigan's 11th Congressional District," announced Thaddeus McCotter in an email sent to WWJ Newsradio 950 on Saturday.
Republicans in the Michigan House approved a budget deal Thursday for state universities, community colleges and public schools, outvoting Democrats who said it didn't do enough to make up for last year's education cuts.
Michigan lawmakers are going to miss their self-imposed June 1 deadline to complete the 2012-13 state budget because Republicans can't agree on how to split up $36 million in university funding.
Should Southeast Michigan be marketed as a single brand? That was the question before the "Big Five" area leaders Thursday at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
Gov. Rick Snyder says that although much has been accomplished during his time in office, much more needs to be done to make Michigan the economic power house of old.
Speaking live on Talk Radio 1270 Thursday morning, the Mayor of Detroit talked about his time in office and hinted at whether he'll be running for a second term or not.
A 56-year-old woman is dead after she was hit by a train in Fenton, Michigan, on Friday night, according to police.
A Detroit event is inspiring people to love one another, embrace their neighbors and strengthen the bonds that make Detroit a community.
Trade talks between Canada and the U.S. broke down late Friday, prompting the U.S. to impose hefty new tariffs on Canada and Canada to prepare retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods next month.
An elderly man is injured after he was hit by a vehicle while crossing a road in a motorized wheelchair in Southfield, Michigan, on Saturday evening, police said.
A bat found in Livingston County, Michigan, has tested positive for rabies, the local health department said on Thursday.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs has died at the age of 87, her family said Saturday.
There's just about every kind of artist and artwork you can imagine in Brighton at the third annual street art fair.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Historically rare, immigration arrests of military spouses and parents have become more common under the second Trump administration.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, said the MMR vaccine is "not a lethal vaccine," despite President Trump's claims in recent days.
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is considering stepping down from his post by the end of the year, two people familiar with the matter told CBS News Saturday.
Several days of powerful storms walloped northwest Indiana, killing at least seven people and displacing about 1,000.
A bat found in Livingston County, Michigan, has tested positive for rabies, the local health department said on Thursday.
Providers, students, clients and community members gathered outside the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan headquarters to urge the organization to pursue solutions that preserve access to care.
The new facility brings a wide range of services together under one roof, including workforce development programs, educational opportunities, behavioral health support and family services.
A human case of West Nile virus in West Michigan was detected through routine screening of a blood donation, health officials say.
The number of new cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan is starting to noticeably slow down, but state health officials are still tracking the summer outbreak.
The Detroit Tigers were swept in a three-game series by the Kansas City Royals, falling 11-7 on Sunday.
The Detroit Tigers were topped by the Kansas City Royals 3-1 on Saturday night.
Joshua Dobbs ran for a 50-yard touchdown and the Detroit Lions held on for a 17-13 preseason win against the Washington Commanders.
Serena Williams will team up with Carlos Alcaraz to create a powerhouse mixed doubles pair in her return to the U.S. Open.
The University of Utah is suing former assistant coach Freddie Whittingham for breach of contract after he left to join his brother Kyle's staff at Michigan.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
A preliminary hearing for John Skelton, the father charged with murder in the disappearance of his three sons, is set to begin in a Michigan courtroom on Monday and other top stories for the evening of Aug. 23, 2026.
Temperatures warm through the middle of the week
What happens when Detroit neighbors come together to celebrate community, show some love and remind each other that they’re not alone? That’s the idea behind a local event bringing people together. Veronica Ortega explains.
Getting married can come with a high price tag. A unique garage sale in Shelby Township on Sunday gave couples a chance to find wedding items at a discount.
A preliminary hearing for John Skelton, the man charged with murder and tampering with evidence in the disappearance of his three sons, is scheduled to begin on Monday.