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More details are expected Monday from Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Legislature’s Democratic leaders on a package to help taxpayers deal with the rising cost of living. The state has a surplus and the plan they outlined Friday is expected to include targeted tax rollbacks and rebate checks for residents.
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Generation Z, which turned out in large numbers along with millennials last election, is still new to politics. A report exclusively obtained by NPR adds more context to the youngest voting block.
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With ticket sales way down and government relief mostly at an end, business as usual is not an option for nonprofit performing arts groups.
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After months of eye-popping prices, egg lovers are finally seeing some relief. Wholesale prices in the Midwest fell by 58 cents at the end of January, but the days of a $1.50 a dozen may not return.
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Happiness can sometimes feel just out of reach. But having more fun? You've got this — and those giggles and playful moments can make a big difference to your health and well-being.
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The money comes from the federal Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five (PDG B-5) program.
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Today, we covered what to expect in another year of economic surprises with University of Michigan economist Justin Wolfers. Plus, a conversation with the Detroit-born voice actress starring in a new Marvel series.
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The Consolidated Appropriations Act will stop COVID emergency funding for SNAP recipients.
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The Biden administration's goal of carbon-free electricity generation by 2035 will require an overhaul of the U.S. energy sector. Experts across the industry shared their views of how it might work.
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It worries me when people put iconic certain civil rights leaders in the "safe" category. The fact is, they were often quite bold and sometimes even angry.
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Wind chill warnings and advisories are in place for parts of the northern United States as regions see temperatures settle in the single digits.
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A bill filed in the Michigan Senate would allow more people to see some confidential children's protective services case files.
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A state Senate committee held its first hearing Thursday on a bill to expand Michigan’s civil rights law to cover LGBTQ rights.
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Detroit has been among the worst cities in the country when it comes to fatal traffic accidents.
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Years-long droughts in the West have those states eyeing the Midwest for water.
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Black mothers and caregivers met Thursday to discuss the impacts of unpaid medical leave.
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On today's show, we discussed nurse understaffing and increased violence in schools. Plus, we heard about an affordable housing project and new changes to primary elections.
Politics can be messy. Politics can be confusing. But, that certainly doesn't mean politics can't be a joy-ride. Join It's Just Politics host Zoe Clark and Rick Pluta as they drill down on what’s happening in Michigan politics.
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