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The final legal briefs were filed this week in a lawsuit that pits state Senate Democrats against House Republicans for failing to send bills adopted by both chambers to Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Is this leading the state Capitol toward its own constitutional crisis?
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In her book "When Detroit Played the Numbers," Felicia B. George looks at the history and influence of illegal gambling in Detroit. She spoke to Michigan Public.
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Some Democratic Michigan lawmakers are raising concerns over reported plans to significantly scale back the U.S. Department of Education.President Donald Trump and some of his Republican allies in Congress have called for the total elimination of the department. They argue the department has become too sprawling, saying state and local governments should have a bigger role in education.
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The Michigan Court of Appeals has struck down the state’s terroristic threats law. A unanimous three-judge panel agreed the law violates the First Amendment.The decision says the law violates the First Amendment because it focuses on how a communication might be perceived by the target of an alleged threat, instead of whether a perpetrator acted with intent or recklessness.
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Michigan health officials say the data show it's the worst flu season at least in the past ten years.
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The Rx Kids program, which began last year in Flint, will give pregnant moms $1,500 and $500 a month for the baby's first six months, with no strings attached.
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$21 billion in federal grants, loans, and loan guarantees for Michigan projects are being rescinded or held back for clean energy efforts by the Trump administration.
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What could be the potential impacts of a new minimum wage and paid sick leave bill? Then, how does one become a volunteer lighthouse keeper in Michigan? Plus, the journey towards a Black Utopia.
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Chris Christie, the former governor of New Jersey, was a recent guest on The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart podcast. The long time Republican has known the President for 23 years, worked for him, and (as eventually happens to most) was fired by him. In the course of conversation, Christie offered a number of informed insights. One that caught my attention was about the role of a leader — any leader, but especially for the President of the United States: "Character matters, and it matters more than any particular issue."
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The $1.1 billion invasive carp barrier needs land that Illinois owns. Governor Pritzker is delaying the land transfer until President Trump assures funding for the project.
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Chef Abra Berens walks us through her recipes for cheese soufflé and a winter salad for a Valentine's dinner at home.
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Arguments in a legal challenge to abortion restrictions that remain on the books in Michigan opened Thursday before a Michigan Court of Claims judge. The laws are currently blocked by a preliminary ruling from Judge Sima Patel.
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Today, we will discuss what Michigan State University has implemented for public safety following the shooting that occurred two years ago. We'll also explore how to create an elegant dinner for two this Valentine's Day. Then, we'll take a look at a restaurant in Ypsilanti called The Bomber, and gain some advice about feedback.
Michigan Public introduces a new podcast all about Michigan's culinary talent, and the stories behind their work.
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Corewell Health has lifted its pause on new hormone therapy treatments for patients under nineteen.
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It's been two years since a gunman killed three students and wounded several others at Michigan State University. MSU is now facing a new lawsuit from a former student.
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Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle said they hope a deal can be reached without waiting until July. “We have zero interest in an extension,” said a House Republican source. “A deal is on the table now.”
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Today, we talk to author Felicia George about her book When Detroit Played the Numbers: Gambling's History and Cultural Impact on the Motor City, one of this year's Michigan Notable Books.
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