A University of Michigan hospital removed a teenager from life support Tuesday after a legal appeal was dismissed by a Washtenaw County Court in Ann Arbor.
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Rachael Denhollander Book Signing in Grand Rapids Standing Room Only
It was a subdued West Michigan crowd that overflowed area parking lots for the Rachael Denhollander book signing in Grand Rapids Tuesday evening. Denhollander, whose testimony and victim impact statement against serial molester Larry Nassar went viral last year, launched two books earlier this month.
Read MoreProposed Michigan Mental Health Hotline May Duplicate Services
A proposal for a state mental health hotline received some resistance during its first hearing in the Michigan Senate following passage in the House last week. The proposed bill directs the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to contract for the design, operation, and maintenance of a mental health hotline.
Read MoreMichigan Announces First New Tests for Newborns Post-Lawsuit
Michigan has added two tests to newborn screening requirements for hospitals and doctors’ offices as part of Newborn Screening Awareness Month. The tests are the first to be added since a federal appeals court ruling on the state’s retention and use of newborn DNA.
Read MoreMichigan Senate Votes to Extend Electric Bill Surcharge
The Michigan Senate voted to extend an electric bill surcharge of up to $1 per month among a list of other fee extensions. The measure was sponsored by Sen. John Bizon (R–Battle Creek) and extends the original sunset date four years to September 30, 2023.
Read MoreMichigan House Committee Passes Marijuana Warnings for Women and Minors
The Michigan House Judiciary Committee voted Tuesday to pass mandated consumer warnings about marijuana use by women and minors.
Read MoreState of Michigan Investigating Severe Form of Gonorrhea in Kalamazoo
The State of Michigan and local health departments are investigating cases of severe gonorrhea in Kalamazoo and two neighboring counties, according to information released on Friday. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) issued a statement regarding cases of Disseminated Gonococcal Infection (DGI). DIG may occur after local…
Read MoreParenting Expert Israel Wayne in Grand Rapids
Parents, grandparents, and concerned citizens came to hear parenting expert Israel Wayne on Friday and Saturday, where he addressed apathy in America in terms of family and worldview. Wayne said parents are failing to pass on their values and generational breakdown occurs in correlation to time spent with children.
Read MorePresident Trump Appoints Tom Leonard US Attorney
President Trump nominated former Michigan Speaker Tom Leonard (R-Dewitt) as U.S. Attorney on Wednesday in his announcement of appointments for various federal offices.
Read MoreGov. Whitmer Expresses Support for Driver’s Licenses for Illegal Immigrants
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently came out in support of driver’s licenses for illegal aliens in Michigan.
Read MoreGift Card Scams Target Churches in Michigan and Across U.S.
Deception is on the rise as scam artists ratchet up the subtlety with gift card scams targeting church members in Michigan and across the United States.
“I’m in the middle of a family meeting for an unfinished dispute. I need you to run an errand for me ASAP,” one such scam email began. WXYZ Detroit reported on the recent scam email purporting to be from Pastor Jack Mannschreck of Central United Methodist Church in Waterford Township.
Read MoreL. Brooks Patterson: Passing of a Controversial MI Republican Icon
After a colorful lifetime leading the GOP stronghold on Detroit’s doorstep, Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson has died of pancreatic cancer at the age of 80.
Read MoreGrassroots Michigan Conservatives React to Ousted Miss Michigan
Ousted Miss Michigan Kathy Zhu struck a chord with grassroots conservatives across Michigan after Miss World America stripped her of her title.
Read MoreCopycat Progressive Tactics at the ‘People’s Convention’ in Detroit Spin Popular GOP Messaging
Organizers from the Center for Popular Democracy (CPD) used some language during the second annual People’s Convention in Detroit July 25-27 that echoed popular themes from President Trump and the GOP.
Read MoreBelated Military Honors for Out of State Veteran at Fort Custer National Cemetery
AUGUSTA, Michigan – On Friday, a funeral cortege left Otsego, traveling through rolling countryside to honor a Vietnam veteran at Fort Custer National Cemetery. His unclaimed body had occupied a pauper’s grave in Texas since 2016.
Read MoreBeto O’Rourke Holds Town Hall in Flint
Democratic presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke came to Flint this week with a message of safe water for all.
Read MorePresidential Candidate Williamson Discusses Plan for Reparations at NAACP Convention
Presidential candidate Marianne Williamson appeared Tuesday afternoon with other Democratic Party notables at Cobo Hall in Detroit as part of the 2019 NAACP Convention.
Read MoreKamala Harris Courts Union Voters Under the Detroit Arch
Presidential candidate Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA) spoke at a union rally in Detroit Wednesday afternoon.
Read MoreMichigan Announces ‘Social Equity Program’ That Will Provide State Aid to Marijuana Start-Ups
The State of Michigan is rolling out a Social Equity Program to encourage participation in the marijuana industry in particular cities, but it’s receiving mixed reviews. The Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) has identified 19 “disproportionately impacted communities” for special assistance. According to its July 18 press release, the cities…
Read MoreRenewing the Spirit of America at Local Pub Gatherings in Michigan
The Patriot Week Foundation debuted their first local Patriot Gathering this week at the Fork ‘N’ Pint in Lake Orion, Michigan. The Patriot Week Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to renewing the spirit of America through civic holidays, turns 10 this year. Event promotions held to the underlying premise…
Read MoreVolunteers Boost ‘Police Week’ Michigan
Volunteers in Michigan are building a movement to showcase grassroots appreciation for local police after years of negative press nationwide. “There is an organic synergy that is taking place in Michigan: it’s like the state was waiting for this to happen,” said Amy Hawkins, Citizen Chair of Police Week Michigan.…
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