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In their second gubernatorial debate, Jocelyn Benson tied John James to Trump tariffs and gas prices, while James cited state job losses and school declines.
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Michigan Public's John U. Bacon looks at the Wolverines' and Spartans' football losing streaks, the Red Wings' roster issues, and the Brewers' big sweep of the Dodgers.
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The United States is making an unprecedented attempt to revive three shuttered nuclear plants to meet growing demand, especially from data centers. That includes one in Michigan.
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Musk is donating to Republican candidates all over the country, including Michigan, and especially to bolster Mike Rogers here. Does this have anything to do with the people of Michigan? Heck, no.
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Farmers are cutting less hay this year due to persistent drought, the soaring price of fuel and a new pest. That’s driving up the cost for livestock producers, who often rely on hay to feed their animals during the winter.
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Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed campaigned across Michigan's Upper Peninsula with New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, touting healthcare and affordability as priorities.
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The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has begun using genetic testing to track the success of its fish-stocking operations.
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Need something to do this weekend? Looking for new things to explore? Michigan Public is here to help! Check out some of these fun, interesting, and timely events across Michigan from October 16-18.
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Thomas W. Howe and Jody White are running for the Michigan Supreme Court and are on the ballot. But they don't meet the requirements to serve. What happens if they win?
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Sturgeon Fest released 1,500 baby sturgeon into the Maumee River to help restore historic populations on Saturday. 1,200 visitors came to help with the restoration effort and learn about the fish
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Michigan Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (D-MI 12) has introduced a new bill to limit the use of surveillance systems.
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The state of Michigan has awarded $65 million total in grants to expand public transit in rural, mixed, and urban counties of the state.
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Cold and flu season is here. Before someone in your household gets hit, make sure you have these essential meds and comfort items in your medicine cabinet.
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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Buttigieg said he believes Democrats could flip Michigan's 4th Congressional District if bipartisan voters turn out for McCann.
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Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum says a lawsuit Republicans filed against Lansing election officials could be a warning shot for renewed election denialism ahead of November's midterms.
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"We tried lighting a guy up, and he wouldn't stop so we turned our lights off," an immigration enforcement agent told emergency dispatchers.
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Federal regulators approved an emergency plan to move a tipped nuclear fuel assembly at Michigan's Palisades plant, allowing restart activities to move forward.
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A reporter brought us the latest on allegations that officers at a women's prison used body cams to record one woman during childbirth. Plus, a new cookbook highlights a beloved bakery in Three Oaks, Michigan. And, we went behind the scenes with the director and writer of a play about the Flint Water Crisis.
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Michigan Public is seeking a Membership Donor Retention Lead to strengthen donor relationships, improve retention, and engage prospective donors.
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Michigan and 13 other states are suing the U.S. Department of Labor for clawing back several million dollars in funding for improvements to state unemployment insurance systems.
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Mothfire Brewing Co., Founders Brewing Co., and Bearded Lamb Brewing Co. are the big winners at the 2026 Great American Beer Festival in Colorado. Six Michigan breweries overall won medals.
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A federal civil rights lawsuit has been filed against Michigan Department of Corrections officers and officials for using active body cameras to record Natalie Forrest during childbirth and postpartum care, an experience her attorney said left her traumatized.
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The Michigan Constitution puts the state board of education independently in charge of public instruction and hiring a state superintendent. John James says as governor, he'd want more control.
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Ahead of early voting, Michigan local clerks are testing voting machine accuracy in public demonstrations to ensure secure results and build trust in the midterm election.
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According to the study, elevated lead levels were detected in 12 Michigan water systems in 2025, affecting 177,923 Michiganders.
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More than 167,000 Michiganders fell off of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) since last summer, in large part, experts say, because of new work rules and more red tape.
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Firefighters are working to contain two wildfires in Michigan's Upper Peninsula totaling near 600 acres, one of which has forced several evacuations.
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President Donald Trump's tariffs are turning factory workers against his Republican Party over fears the import taxes could lead to fewer jobs instead of the manufacturing renaissance he promised.