Local Mayors Sound Off On Emergency Manager Matter
"Obviously, as Detroit goes, so goes the entire suburban area," said Warren Mayor Jim Fouts who was among the panelists at a WWJ Business Breakfast Thursday.
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"Obviously, as Detroit goes, so goes the entire suburban area," said Warren Mayor Jim Fouts who was among the panelists at a WWJ Business Breakfast Thursday.
Michigan's new redistricting plan for the State Legislature is the subject of a lawsuit filed today in U.S. District Court.
Legislation that could help employers reduce costs related to compensating workers injured on the job has been approved by Republican-led Michigan Senate.
Republicans who control the Michigan Senate have approved bills aimed at blocking the offering of taxpayer-paid health insurance to domestic partners living with some public employees.
But dictatorship is just not how we roll over here. Does the rest of the union hierarchy get that?
Michigan lawmakers say they'll come up with an agreement to raise money for a state fund designed to protect low-income residents from utility shut-offs.
Gov. Rick Snyder has signed legislation giving schools six months to put anti-bullying policies into place.
It's a new twist on the "Occupy" movement
Mayor, you need to show that you truly care. I'm not feeling it. Nevertheless, you started a discussion that is long overdue.
Speaking live on WWJ, State Treasurer Andy Dillon said he expects a decision on whether there is financial stress in the city before the 30-day period ends next month.
The statewide survey shows Governor Rick Snyder's approval rating has fallen below 20 percent.
The former emergency financial manager of Highland Park told WWJ's City Beat Reporter Vickie Thomas she believes that, ultimately, the state will step in and appoint an emergency manager in Detroit.
Schools will have six months to put anti-bullying policies into place once Governor Rick Snyder signs the measures into law.
"While I do believe marriage should be between one man and one woman, it was inappropriate to use that language," Troy Mayor Janice Daniels said.
The Michigan League for Human Services held its annual meeting with an eye toward the impact of state policies on Michigan children.