K-12 funding

A discussion about fatal car accidents – and why these deaths on the road aren't felt equally. Then, a discussion about a Detroit study impacted by federal funding cuts. And, this week’s episode of It’s Just Politics.

School districts face tough choices as their fiscal years began while the Legislature remains deadlocked on a state K-12 budget.

School districts have had to start a new fiscal year without knowing how much money they'll be getting from the state.

Reporting from the “No Kings” march in Lansing, and Michigan Republicans’ new proposal for the K-12 education budget. Also, a conversation with Detroit-based printer Amos Paul Kennedy Jr., and a dispatch from a lake-based dispute between Michigan’s western neighbors.

Reporting from the “No Kings” march in Lansing, and Michigan Republicans’ new proposal for the K-12 education budget. Also, a conversation with Detroit-based printer Amos Paul Kennedy Jr., and a dispatch from a lake-based dispute between Michigan’s western neighbors.

Michigan is distributing funds from its 10% adult-use marijuana excise tax, totaling over $331 million, to municipalities, counties, and tribes.

The biggest takeaways from an annual report on racial disparities in educational outcomes for Michigan students. A preview of a trio of botanical art installations blooming in Detroit this spring and summer. Plus, the Michigan man behind one of the most iconic innovations in processed food - the Pop-Tart. And, just how warm will the Great Lakes get this summer.

Michigan state Senator Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing) is a key player in crafting the state budget. Anthony spoke to Michigan Public about her spending and policy priorities.

A Education Law Center report suggests Michigan needs to increase state education funding by $4.5 billion a year.

The Education Trust - Midwest's annual State of Michigan Education Report says K-12 education outcomes are in a "rut," have been for decades, and will significantly worsen by the year 2030 if nothing is done.