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ICYMI: Michigan Auto Law Announces Kelsey’s Law Distracted Driving Awareness Scholarship Applications In Time For National Scholarship Month This November

(Farmington Hills, Michigan – October 29, 2026) – Michigan Auto Law is calling on Michigan high school juniors and seniors to use their creativity to help combat distracted driving for their chance to earn one of four scholarships totaling $5,000 through the law firm’s 2027 Kelsey’s Law Distracted Driving Awareness Scholarship. 11th and 12th grade students attending any public or private high school in Michigan are encouraged to create and submit compelling messages through YouTube videos or graphics designed to resonate with their peers, encourage young drivers to reduce distractions behind the wheel, and persuade drivers of all ages to stop texting while driving.

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Michigan prepares for Winter Hazards Awareness Week starting November 8

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed Nov. 8 through Nov. 14 as Winter Hazards Awareness Week in Michigan, prompting state emergency officials to urge residents to prepare for severe winter weather.

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DTE Energy To Sell DTE Vantage Business For $3 Billion To J.P. Morgan Asset Management Investors And Expand Utility Investments To $44 Billion

DTE Energy, a Detroit-based electric and natural gas utility company, has entered into an agreement to sell all of its non-utility DTE Vantage business substantially for approximately $3 billion to institutional investors advised by the Global Infrastructure group at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. The transaction will support DTE’s strategy of concentrating on regulated utility operations and expanding infrastructure investments across Michigan.

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Michigan votes 'no' on Constitutional revision, backs campaign contribution rules

FLINT, Mich. — Michigan voters rejected a proposal to convene a constitutional convention and approved new restrictions on campaign contributions from certain electric and gas utilities and government contractors in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election, according to unofficial statewide results. Proposal 2026-1 The proposal asked voters whether Michigan...

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Michigan veteran survives addiction, depression to help others heal

FOX is partnering with U.S.VETS and its "Make Camo Your Cause" campaign for the sixth straight year to help end veteran homelessness. FOX invites you to join us in donating to U.S.VETS while wearing camouflage to raise awareness of homeless veterans. VOA Michigan offers a comprehensive range of services for...

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Democrat Jan Maino to represent Jackson in state House after flipping district

Michigan Democrats have won back the state House this week and will have a majority in the chamber not seen in years. One of the party members who flipped a district is Jan Maino. She beat two-term incumbent Republican Kathy Schmaltz in the 46th House District, representing parts of Jackson and Washtenaw counties.

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Michigan Parents Warned of Risky Driving Challenge as Winter Nears

Reported stop-sign challenge raises concerns as Michigan prepares for icy roads, lake-effect snow and early darkness.

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Historic Election Brings Democratic Trifecta and Diverse Leadership

Welcome to the It’s Just Politics newsletter. Subscribe here for weekly political updates, and don’t forget to listen to the It’s Just Politics podcast. Election night in Saginaw County was a pivotal moment, as it mirrored national trends by shifting blue. This was consistent with past presidential election patterns, and the results underscored a nationwide Democratic surge.

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State commission approves Michigan’s 2027-2031 transportation program

LANSING, Mich. (News 10) - The State Transportation Commission has approved the final version of the Michigan Department of Transportation’s 2027-2031 Five-Year Transportation Program, which includes $19.4 billion in anticipated state and federally funded investments. The program will be posted on MDOT’s website and sent to the Michigan Legislature,...

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Michigan Utility Bills Climb As AI Data Centers, Taxpayer-Funded Projects Face Tougher Questions

LANSING — Michigan households are paying more for electricity even as the state promotes multibillion-dollar investments in artificial intelligence data centers, advanced manufacturing and energy infrastructure. The developments are raising an increasingly important economic question: Who pays for Michigan’s next generation of industrial growth, and how much of the...

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Medical services company settles with 4 states over 2023 hack of sensitive patient records

State attorneys general on Friday announced a health care services company has agreed to pay $300,000 and make sweeping changes to its security practices following a March 2023 breach exposing the data of more than 13 million people nationwide. The case, brought by AGs in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York...

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Michigan Drivers, Your Insurance Might Not Cover Hitting a Deer

A deer can do thousands of dollars in damage. Depending on your coverage, that bill could be yours.

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Michigan’s incoming House speaker open to bipartisan work, but not dependent on GOP votes

As speaker, Republican Matt Hall slowed the state house to a crawl, leading to historically low levels of legislation passed in 2025. This year isn’t shaping up to be much different. Hall's said he's focused on quality over quantity. But Republicans kicked Hall out of leadership this week, electing...

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Flu season is starting early, so experts say get the vaccine ASAP if you haven't already

Michigan's flu season got an early start this year, and health experts say nearly everyone should get a flu shot as soon as possible so their immune systems have time to gear up for possible exposure.

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Democrats’ 2026 Election Sweep Reshapes Michigan’s Political Landscape

A landmark shift in Michigan’s political landscape emerges from the recent 2026 election, reshaping the dynamics for the foreseeable future. The Democratic Party has not only maintained but strengthened its hold on the state’s leadership, securing the governor’s office, expanding its majority in the Senate, and reclaiming control of the House.

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Friday Night Frenzy: Week 12 High School Football Scores and Highlights

Championship hardware was on the line across Indiana and Michigan as area contenders punched their tickets to the next round. Here's a look at all the scores and highlights from week 12 of Friday Night Frenzy.

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DNR Seeks New Non-Motorized Trails Advisory Workgroup Member

Passionate about trails? The MDNR is seeking an advisory workgroup volunteer to help shape trail-related priorities across the state. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is accepting applications for the opening on the Nonmotorized Advisory Workgroup. The workgroup consists of 11 volunteers who serve four-year terms. Travel expenses to and...

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Focus West Michigan 11-6-26: Northpointe Bank to layoff over 300 workers

A West Michigan-based bank has filed notice it intends to permanently layoff more than 300 employees; a potential Muskegon Heights Public School district leadership crisis was averted on Election Day; developers want to demolish Grand Rapids' Saint James Catholic Church to build housing on the city's West Side; Consumers Energy is again extending its decision deadline for the sale of 13 hydroelectric dams.

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Michigan State Police warn of possible fake savings bonds at Northern Michigan banks

NORTHERN MICHIGAN (WPBN/WGTU) -- Michigan State Police are warning Northern Michigan banks and residents about possible fraudulent savings bonds after two men attempted to exchange $20,000 each in suspected fake bonds at bank branches in Cheboygan and Emmet counties. According to MSP, a man entered Citizens National Bank in Indian...

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