Analysts: Michigan Recession Is Over
According to new government data, the recession in Michigan ended last year. UM Economist Donald Grimes says even though our economy saw its best growth in 8 years, consumers are still apprehensive.
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According to new government data, the recession in Michigan ended last year. UM Economist Donald Grimes says even though our economy saw its best growth in 8 years, consumers are still apprehensive.
The cost of providing police service to special events in Downtown Detroit is becoming a troubling issue in the financially-strapped city.
Just before the holiday weekend, gas prices have spiked up as much as 30 cents a gallon after disruption at a Chicago-area refinery.
Michigan lost 10,200 jobs in April, the largest decline of any state.
A Michigan State University study reveals that Michigan residents aren't doing a good job budgeting their money, in spite of the state's ailing economy.
Revenue for the 2012 fiscal year is now forecasted at $7.651 billion, up $356.9 million from the January estimate. Economist predicts state will add about 60,000 jobs annually for the next three years.
According to a new report, the economic outlook for Oakland County appears bright.
You're paying about $1.10 more a gallon at the gas pump than you were a year ago. Will you spend less on Easter as a result?
Michigan is still in the top 10 when it comes to home foreclosures.
Michigan Senator Debbie Stabenow says all the fussing and fighting over the budget put other important problems on the back burner.
Saving money in a tough economy can be a challenge.
With summer just around the corner, you may want to beef up your gasoline budget.
Home prices are at their lowest in eleven years in many of the country's major cities.
As gas prices rise, so does the value of that used car sitting in your driveway.
A General Motors spokesman says the move will help the automaker preserve cash as it deals with the financial implications from shortages of parts made in Japan
On Monday, March 21, WWJ and the University Research Corridor are hosting a business breakfast featuring the president of the MEDC and the presidents of MSU, WSU and U of M.
Riders say they wouldn't mind a small rate increase if bus service were better, but say a $20 dollar increase is too much.
If Governor Rick Snyder's proposed cuts to tax credits and incentive programs gets approved, what does that hold in store for Detroit?
A new study shows the beer industry contributes more than $5 billion to Michigan's economy each year.
The latest Manpower Employment Outlook Survey found that metro Detroit employers expect to hire at a steady pace during the second quarter of this year.
The nation's unemployment rate has fallen to eight-point-nine percent -- a nearly two-year low.
Senate Republican are looking for an alternative to Gov. Snyder's pension tax.
As Michigan faces a 1.4 billion dollar deficit, Governor Snyder has proposed taxing pensions, much to the dismay of area senior citizens.
It looks like Michigan residents these days are feeling a little better about the future of their state.
The era of falling clothing prices is ending.
Residents in Novi, Michigan, attended a city council meeting on Monday to voice their frustrations about another water main break that happened in the last six months.
After severe weather and tornadoes in Southwest Michigan left four people dead and many others working to pick up the pieces, experts want impacted residents to be wary of scams.
A former chamber of commerce treasurer from Yale, Michigan, is facing two felony charges for allegedly embezzling over $35,000 from the organization.
Two men have been charged nearly two years after a man's body was found in an abandoned Detroit school building.
Vernors ginger ale has been part of Detroit culture for generations.
Residents in Novi, Michigan, attended a city council meeting on Monday to voice their frustrations about another water main break that happened in the last six months.
After severe weather and tornadoes in Southwest Michigan left four people dead and many others working to pick up the pieces, experts want impacted residents to be wary of scams.
Strong to possibly severe thunderstorms are expected across southeast Michigan Tuesday night into Wednesday as a powerful storm system moves through the Great Lakes.
One man and two women were killed in Branch County, a 12-year-old boy was killed in Cass County, as tornadoes struck Southwest Michigan on Friday.
A former chamber of commerce treasurer from Yale, Michigan, is facing two felony charges for allegedly embezzling over $35,000 from the organization.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
A restaurant celebrating rock music in the era of the legendary band Kiss is set to open in Royal Oak.
Six Flags is selling off some of its North America amusement parks, including Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
Vernors ginger ale has been part of Detroit culture for generations.
Michigan farmers face intense pressure to sell land as developers offer huge payouts, and state programs struggle to help keep farms intact.
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a deal with the Department of Justice as part of a high-stakes antitrust trial.
Two men from Pennsylvania are facing federal charges for the incident. Video captured someone yelling "Allahu Akbar" just as a protester threw an "ignited device" during an anti-Islam demonstration in New York City.
Artificial intelligence can give some workers "brain fry" if overused, according to a new study published in Harvard Business Review.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Water testing has detected "low levels" of Legionella bacteria at two more Oakland County government buildings.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Henry Ford Health and Teamsters Local 332 remain locked in a labor dispute over a nurses' contract.
More changes are happening within the Detroit Lions organization after the team reportedly acquired Carolina Panthers center Cade Mays and Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Larry Borom.
Tarik Skubal is thinking about pitching again for the United States in the World Baseball Classic after the Detroit Tigers ace had previously planned to make just one start.
John Gibson and Cam Talbot combined to make 31 saves, Dominik Shine scored his first NHL goal and the Red Wings beat the Devils 3-0 on Sunday night.
Western Michigan and Eastern Michigan both fired their men's basketball coaches on Sunday, parting ways with former assistants under Michigan State coach Tom Izzo.
Yaxel Lendeborg scored 19 of his 27 points in the first half and Morez Johnson Jr. had 18 points, leading No. 3 Michigan in a 90-80 win over No. 8 Michigan State to give the Big Ten champions a 15th straight conference win Sunday.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
A judge has lowered the bond for a Detroit woman who is charged in the accidental shooting that killed her 6-year-old daughter.
Two men have been charged nearly two years after a man's body was found in an abandoned Detroit school building.
Storms return late Tuesday night with a risk of storms rolling in through Wednesday morning.
A boil water advisory continues in Novi and Walled Lake after a major water main break over the weekend. And frustrated residents, business owners, and leaders in Novi got to hear directly from the Great Lakes Water Authority on Monday.
After severe weather and tornadoes in Southwest Michigan left four people dead and many others working to pick up the pieces, experts want impacted residents to be wary of scams.