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Democrats across the state — and around the country — are asking why eight Senators who caucus with Democrats sided with Republicans to reopen the government. Former Michigan Democratic Congressman Dan Kildee breaks down the surprising vote. Plus, Trump preemptively pardons Michigan’s “fake electors” and more legal filings in the case against the state’s new marijuana tax.
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The Dish, hosted by Mercedes Mejia, brings you behind the scenes with Michigan’s most inspiring chefs and culinary talents. Learn how food connects these chefs to their cultures, and strengthens our communities, one dish at a time.
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Michigan bills to restart tracking abortion data — including patients' marital status, racial and ethnic background, and pregnancy history — will get a hearing in the Republican-led House Committee on Health Policy. -
A new 24% wholesale tax on marijuana in Michigan has sparked a heated debate, with the state defending its constitutionality in court filings and arguing it does not conflict with a voter-approved law that legalized recreational cannabis. -
Several Michigan environmental groups are calling on Governor Gretchen Whitmer to sign a petition demanding that the EPA test drinking water for microplastics. -
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