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Have you ever wondered why we have midterms? Didn’t we have an election, like, two years ago? What purpose does this even serve?
Michigan Public's Dustin Dwyer will answer these questions and more in a new limited-time video and newsletter series.
Michigan Public's Dustin Dwyer will answer these questions and more in a new limited-time video and newsletter series.
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A look into Congressman Shri Thanedar decision to invest millions of campaign contributions into cryptocurrency funds. Plus, a witchy retelling of the wives of Henry the VIII, from northern Michigan writer Jillian Laine. And, the new episode of On Hand answering how Michigan became the cherry capital. -
President Donald Trump on Monday imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring that Canada has unfairly discriminated against American autos, alcohol and dairy products. -
Some Michigan House Republicans are calling for an end to an exception in state law that could block some parents from seeing their kids’ medical records. -
The FDA says lettuce distributed by Taylor Fresh Foods and Taylor Farms de Mexico is still linked to the multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis. But the source may be difficult to definitively trace. -
Michigan's primary election is August 4. Businessman and author Perry Johnson is a Republican candidate for governor. He spoke to Michigan Public's Doug Tribou. -
Athletic Director Warde Manuel has led U of M athletics through a period of championships and scandal. -
Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall says data center regulations could be among the policies Michigan lawmakers take up when they come back from their summer break. -
Complex computer systems that decide whether people get Medicaid benefits have a history of errors. Now, changes to comply with Trump's tax and domestic policy law are inundating those systems. -
For the first time, Michigan’s Fisheries Division is getting funding specifically for whitefish recovery, but officials say it's not enough to solve the ecosystem issues causing the species' decline. -
Michigan is set to implement a new federal lead action level for drinking water systems by November 2027. -
The June death of 36-year-old Ashley Hoath is one of four under investigation by the Michigan Department of Corrections. The four women died in a span of two months. -
Cox's departure leaves businessman Perry Johnson and U.S. Representative John James to battle for the Republican Party's nomination for governor in the August primary.
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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The family‑owned Peterson’s Fish Market and Four Suns Fish & Chips catch, smoke, and serve fresh Lake Superior whitefish, earning a loyal following in Hancock and across the U.P. -
Sometimes new slang jumps out in front of you, waving its hands, or thumbs, so that you can’t help but notice it. Sometimes it just sneaks up on you. -
We heard Black Detroiters' perspective on the upcoming U.S. Senate race.. Then, we meet the producer of a recent mini-documentary about how Detroit native Jack White's song "Seven Nation Army" has gained popularity among sports fans. The latest installment of The Dish takes us to a fish market in the Upper Peninsula.
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The Michigan Loon Preservation Association is asking for volunteers to help the group observe designated lakes during a statewide loon count on July 18 from 7 a.m. to noon.
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