Sneha Dhandapani
Newsroom InternSneha Dhandapani is a junior at the University of Michigan, originally from the Chicago suburbs. Most recently, she was the Managing Podcast Editor and the University News Editor at The Michigan Daily, where she oversaw coverage of dozens of pro-Palestine protests and managed 40 staffers across 5 podcasts. Sneha has previously interned at Bridge Michigan.
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Experts say this year's flu season could be earlier and more intense, thanks to a new variant and low vaccination rates. -
Democratic state lawmakers introduced an 11-bill package to expand vaccine information and access. More than 260 physicians signed a letter in support of the package. -
The Autism Alliance of Michigan is advocating for more than a billion dollars a year to be added to the state's special education budget. -
A computer issue grounded all Delta flights at Detroit Metro Airport for hours on Friday morning. The FAA reported around 9 a.m. that there will still be delays for travelers. -
The Trump administration says the USDA will pause food aid funding to Michigan and other Democratic-led states unless they provide records of who's getting SNAP benefits. -
Dozens of Saline residents gathered Monday to protest a data center proposal, holding posters with slogans like “Protect Pure MI" and "DTE dirty data deal." -
MSU Extension reported sightings of invasive jumping worms in parts of the state. They recommend inspecting home gardens and taking preventive measures. -
Schools that meet certain benchmarks are cleared from state academic oversight. This year, 68 schools met the criteria. -
The proportion of Michigan's local officials who trust residents to participate in government responsibly has dropped. But those officials still say they have a well-functioning local democracy. -
State delays deadline for school districts to waive legal rights in exchange for mental health fundsDistricts now have until December 4 to decide whether to give up some legal protections and accept a portion of the state's $321 million fund for student safety and mental health.
