Snyder Signs Mich. Lottery Winnings, Welfare Bills
Gov. Rick Snyder has signed legislation aimed at ensuring lottery winnings and other assets are taken into account when determining eligibility for food stamp and other welfare programs.
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Gov. Rick Snyder has signed legislation aimed at ensuring lottery winnings and other assets are taken into account when determining eligibility for food stamp and other welfare programs.
In addition to reviewing the budget council must also decided who will fill council's two seats on the financial review team under the consent agreement with the state.
Bowing to the inevitable, Rick Santorum has suspended his presidential campaign. So, what does this mean for Mitt Romney?
The latest attempt to recall Governor Rick Snyder moves forward, now that the Washtenaw County Election Commission has voted to approve the newest petition language.
Bob LaBrant of Citizens for Fiscal Responsibility said the petitions turned in by the pro-repeal group Stand Up for Democracy aren't legal because the heading is printed in a type that's smaller than required.
The question is whether the school is housed on a renovated campus, or whether it will be split between two older buildings.
For $10,000, you can get dinner and candid photo with the President. A $40,000 ticket nets you a formal photo.
Governor Rick Snyder today cleared the way for the development of the State Fairgrounds.
The recently released Epic MRA poll, which is taken from active and likely voters, revealed that 58 percent believe Michigan's economy has bottomed out and is starting to improve.
Michigan Matters Exclusive! President Barack Obama is coming to the Motor City for a $1 million pizza party being thrown for him compliments of Denise Ilitch, daughter of Little Caesars' founders Mike and Marian Ilitch.
Michael Brown now says deals on a 2013 budget and a deficit-elimination plan might be reached later this month.
The latest Economic Security Bulletin from the Michigan League for Human Services shows that 75 out of 83 counties had a decrease in Family Independence Program cases in the fourth quarter of 2011.
Two rival groups want to open a combined 15 new casinos in the state. They hope to ask voters for approval in November, but they first must collect nearly 323,000 voter signatures just to make the ballot.
The Reverend Terry Jones is back in southeast Michigan. The Florida pastor known for a Quran burning will be leading a protest outside a mosque Saturday in Dearborn.
Detroit Mayor Dave Bing received a get well message from President Obama Friday.
Detroit police say a 15-year-old boy is in custody after two relatives of a DPD sergeant were shot at a liquor store on East Warren Street on Friday.
Although some Canadian goods will get more expensive in the U.S., trade experts don't expect a broader inflation spike.
A Michigan child is in the hospital after being run over by a lawn mower in central Minnesota Friday afternoon.
Police in Dearborn Heights are investigating what they called "racist and offensive Ku Klux Klan recruitment materials" that were found in the city.
The Hazel Park Schools district has faced significant challenges amid tense relations between certain school board members and the suspension of Superintendent Amy Wilcox.
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.
Although some Canadian goods will get more expensive in the U.S., trade experts don't expect a broader inflation spike.
Rob Burnside, a principal at an Ohio high school, made the decision to help one of his students, and it cost him his job.
President Trump said tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports will rise to 50% on Jan. 1, 2027, in a social media post.
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.
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.
Michigan's teacher shortage continues to put pressure on school districts, and one Detroit program is taking a hands-on approach, placing new educators in the classroom as students.
The Hazel Park Schools district has faced significant challenges amid tense relations between certain school board members and the suspension of Superintendent Amy Wilcox.
The Trump Administration's attempt to force Washtenaw County to use resources to assist ICE activity is tossed out in court after a federal judge says the U.S. lacks authority to override Washtenaw's local resolution.
Detroit police are investigating multiple incidents, such as a double shooting that left one person dead and a quadruple shooting that injured a 10-year-old boy.
People came together to honor a West Michigan family that was killed in a murder-suicide last month.
