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Michigan can keep a lid on the personal information of registered voters. That is the ruling from a federal appeals court. It is the latest defeat for the Trump administration, which has been trying to get key details from dozens of states. The court says the release of birth dates, driver’s license numbers and partial Social Security numbers is not covered by a federal law cited by the U.S. Justice Department.
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Over 150 community members packed into the Ann Arbor District Library for the event, which was hosted by the League of Women Voters of Washtenaw County.
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Need something fun to do this weekend, or 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 June 26-28.
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President Trump blew up what could have been a win for his party — and he did it to force lawmakers to pass an elections overhaul bill that has been all but doomed in the Senate.
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In 1994, a Michigan stadium made history by becoming the first indoor venue to host the World Cup games.
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The invasive Elm Zigzag Sawfly was confirmed in Michigan for the first time by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The species defoliates elm trees by eating zigzag patterns into their leaves.
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Mayor Sheldon Neeley said he wants to reopen the contract with the Great Lakes Water Authority.
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In a motion filed June 17, county attorneys argue that federal law does not require local governments to assist with immigration enforcement.
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For many in Michigan, the electric bill is an unaffordable expense. Today on Stateside, a reporter provided insight into the state's efforts to help, including details on a new approach — and who stands to benefit from it. Also on the show, a young adult author joined us to discuss his debut novel, which tells the story of two young people and the mystery they aim to unravel.
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Michigan Senate Democrats propose new data center regulations. What would the bills do and could they actually become law?
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East Lansing, MI is hosting a Summer Solstice Jazz Festival this Friday and Saturday, June 26-27, 2026. The event will take place downtown, between M.A.C. and Albert Street.
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Mallory McMorrow is trying to turn the delayed opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge into a campaign issue in Michigan’s Senate race. In a new digital ad shared first with The Associated Press, she accuses President Donald Trump of blocking the bridge to benefit a donor and urges him to “open this damn bridge."
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Under President Trump, more federal attention and support has gone towards anti-abortion Christian centers. A watchdog group says many of them mislead patients with promises to "rule out" ectopic pregnancies.
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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A few dozen data center opponents called on lawmakers to pause new project approvals during a rally in Lansing Tuesday evening.Many are concerned about data centers’ massive resource needs, and that Michiganders could be left to clean up if they become obsolete.
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There appears to be a breakthrough in budget negotiations at the state Capitol as the House, the Senate and Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s budget office have reached an agreement on broad spending targets in the next budget.
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City leaders named GRPD veteran Joe Trigg as the new chief.
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Southeast Michigan native celebrities are set to gather at the Detroit Opera House in an inaugural celebrity charity event called “The Coney.” The event aims to raise money for the Children’s Foundation of Michigan and the Detroit Creativity Project.
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