Michigan doesn't need to clear new election laws with the federal government
"The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision striking down a key part of a voting rights law means the state of Michigan will no longer have to clear new election laws with the federal government," Rick Pluta reports.
Two counties, Buena Vista in Saginaw County and Clyde in Allegan county, were coveredby the federal Voting Rights Act after failing to provide adequate help to Spanish-speaking voters in the 1970s.
Kevyn Orr denies medical leave for City Council president
Detroit’s emergency manager Kevyn Orr has denied City Council President Charles Pugh's request for medical leave. Pugh has been absent from Council meetings for a few days, and he has not returned phone calls. Orr says Pugh must report to work by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, or be stripped of his salary and responsibilities.
Buena Vista School District lays off most teachers and staff
The Board of Education for the Buena Vista School District near Saginaw approved layoffs for nearly all of its teachers and staff on Tuesday.
"School officials the district will have about $2,000 as of July 5. Board President Randy L. Jackson says the district still is making plans for fall classes. The board approved an application to request a $2.5 million loan from the state to help keep running," according to the Associated Press.
