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One of the many signs opposing Line 5 seen along roads in Leelanau County, Mich.
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Legal fight over future of Line 5 pipeline returns to court

Steve Carmody March 21, 2024

A federal appeals court will hear arguments Thursday afternoon in a case involving the future of an oil pipeline in...

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Bills to expand Michigan hate crime law advances to House

Rick Pluta March 21, 2024

The Michigan Senate adopted two bills this week to expand the protections in Michigan’s ethnic intimidation law. The bills would...

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FILE - Detroit Lions cornerback Cameron Sutton looks on from the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Oct. 22, 2023, in Baltimore.
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Detroit Lions defensive back Cameron Sutton sought in Florida domestic violence warrant

Associated Press March 21, 2024

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Detroit Lions defensive back Cameron Sutton is wanted on a domestic violence warrant in Florida, where authorities on...

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Bill package to revamp economic incentive programs pass Michigan Senate

Colin Jackson March 21, 2024

The Michigan Senate wrapped up its last in-person day before its spring break this week by passing a flurry of economic development legislation....

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Green Grocer project is back to bring fresh food to Detroit’s neighborhoods

John Filbrandt March 21, 2024

For too many Detroiters, the local grocery store or convenience store doesn’t offer fresh, healthy food. According to city officials,...

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Board members from the Detroit Public Schools Community District moved to extend Superintendent Nikolai Vitti's contract through 2028 on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.
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Detroit Evening Report: Detroit school board extends superintendent’s contract 3 years

Jerome Vaughn March 20, 2024

The head of the Detroit Public Schools Community District has received a three-year contract extension following a contemptuous board meeting...

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A new package of bills would offer free hunting and fishing license to Michigan's first responders, including firefighters, EMS workers, police officers and corrections officers. The legislation is among a handful of measures aimed at solving critical staffing shortages in the field.
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Bills propose free hunting and fishing licenses for first responders

Ellie Katz March 20, 2024

A package of bills in Lansing would offer free hunting and fishing licenses to EMS workers, firefighters, police officers and...

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Sen. Stephanie Chang (D-Detroit) is one of the sponsors of legislation to legalize surrogacy contracts in Michigan.
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Senate sends IVF bills to Whitmer for signature

Rick Pluta March 20, 2024

Bills on their way to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s desk would repeal Michigan’s ban on surrogate parenting contracts. Michigan was among...

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Detroit Hives working to transform vacant lots into pollinator habitats

John Filbrandt March 20, 2024

The ancient art of beekeeping, or apiculture, spans back to the days of Egyptian emperors. However, it's not often seen...

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The Michigan Central Station is seen, Monday, March 18, 2024, in Detroit. Bill Ford, executive chair of Ford Motor Co., and his wife Lisa Ford are raising $10 million to help 10 Detroit nonprofit organizations that serve young people start endowments. Lisa Ford said the campaign comes alongside Ford's investment in the refurbishment of the long abandoned train station.
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Bill and Lisa Ford to raise $10M for Detroit youth nonprofit endowments

Associated Press March 20, 2024

Ten nonprofits serving young people in Detroit will get an unusual, lasting gift as part of a campaign started by...

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Michigan to conduct statewide tornado drill at 1 p.m. Wednesday

Jenny Sherman March 20, 2024

Michigan will host a statewide tornado drill at 1 p.m. Wednesday as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week, March 17-23....

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Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton, left, speaks alongside Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson during a press conference at Genesee County Prosecutor's office in Flint, Mich., on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, announcing Congressman Dan Kildee's brother has been murdered in Vienna Township on Tuesday morning.
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Brother of Michigan Rep. Dan Kildee killed by family member, sheriff says

Associated Press March 20, 2024

VIENNA TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — The brother of a Michigan congressman was shot and killed early Tuesday by a family...

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