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Opinion | Massive national forest project needs a closer look at impacts, alternatives The Forest Service must take a more careful look at the project’s impact on the adjacent Sturgeon River Gorge Wilderness, surrounding state and private lands, and the long-term health of the Ottawa National Forest. Keep up the latest in @michigan

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Michigan lags US in outdoor economy growth, report says The US Bureau of Economic Analysis has released its latest outdoor recreation economic statistics. The outdoor industry’s contribution to Michigan’s economy grew in 2024 over the previous year, but at a slower rate than most other states. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Lots of tax cut promises, few specifics, from GOP gov hopefuls at forum Four of six Republican governor candidates shared plenty of common ground during a Saginaw County forum, agreeing to slash taxes and government. They offered fewer answers about replacing lost revenue. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Michigan sues prediction market Kalshi, alleging illegal sports betting Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has sued KalshiEx LLC, arguing the company is operating an unlicensed sports betting platform through its prediction market contracts. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Michigan would regulate police license plate cameras under bipartisan bill Michigan municipalities are increasingly turning to license plate readers as a public safety tool despite public outcry over privacy and data sharing concerns. Some lawmakers are pitching statewide oversight, but local law enforcement agencies are worried too much regulation could make the readers less effective for solving crimes. Keep up the latest in @michigan

In bid for transparency, Michigan swing county posts ballots online Macomb County says its decision to make all ballots available online will increase transparency. Some worry about protecting secret ballots. Keep up the latest in @michigan

How Michigan helped launch one of the nation’s first passenger airline services Commercial passenger aviation in the United States traces key roots to the Detroit area, where aeronautical engineer William B. Stout designed the Stout 3-AT, one of the first all-metal passenger airplanes. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Michigan bill would require schools to teach water safety in gym class A bill would make water safety instruction part of the PE curriculum. Advocates say schools play a vital role in keeping children and teens safe in and around water. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Groups running out of time to raise millions to save unique Michigan prairie A 440-acre section of Sibley Prairie in Brownstown Township was listed for auction, putting the rare plants found there at risk of development. Now, environmental groups are working with the owner to buy and preserve the land. But they need to raise millions of dollars to complete the deal. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Blue Cross, Michigan Medicine dispute leaves 300,000 patients in lurch Come July 1, hundreds of thousands of subscribers to Michigan’s leading health insurance may not be able to access the Ann Arbor-based hospital system because of a payment dispute. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Michigan gas prices jump 24 cents as Iran conflict escalates Gas prices across Michigan surged 24 cents in a week, including a 12-cent spike in one day, bringing the statewide average to about $3.24 per gallon, according to AAA. The increase follows rising crude oil prices tied to escalating conflict between the US and Iran. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Opinion | Graduation rates rise while student achievement flatlines Rising graduation rates coupled with declining achievement should raise the question: Are public schools lowering their standards for measuring student success? Keep up the latest in @michigan

Consumers warns Michigan: Dams could be torn down unless utility sells them Critics warn the deal lacks safeguards to protect ratepayers and the public. But utility officials said they’d sooner decommission the dams than negotiate new terms. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Michigan House rushes $152M for Selfridge expansion backed by Trump The Michigan House proposed and quickly approved $152 million for runways at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, which Speaker Matt Hall says is needed to avoid delaying an expansion backed by President Donald Trump. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Marijuana tax payouts dip in Michigan amid sales slump Michigan will distribute nearly $94 million in marijuana tax revenue to local governments and tribes, a slight decline as cannabis sales slow statewide. See how much each community will get. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Michigan gives grants to districts that require students to fill out FAFSA For a second year, Michigan has offered school districts funds to require students to complete a federal financial aid form. Districts must offer an opt-out option. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Opinion | Michigan can protect children, families from immigration enforcement excesses Michigan needs state laws so that we’re not at the mercy of federal decisions and shifting tides. The time is now. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Michigan paid consultants $2.9M for failed mental health redesign Michigan paid McKinsey & Co. about $2.9 million to design a Medicaid behavioral health overhaul that a judge later struck down — hiring a firm the state had previously sued for its role in the opioid crisis. Keep up the latest in @michigan

Reform expands savings program for Michiganders with disabilities Special savings accounts allow people with disabilities to save money without triggering asset limits that otherwise stop benefits from Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income, or SSI. Keep up the latest in @michigan