Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano's administration has been rocked by scandal since 2011, when a $200,000 severance payout to his former economic development chief spurred a grand jury investigation.
So, what should you do if you encounter an axle-breaking pothole? You may be eligible for compensation from the state.
Ronnie Duke of Fenton was arrested Monday in Saline, eight months after he allegedly skipped bail on a loan fraud conviction.
The “dean of the House,” U.S. Rep. John Dingell touched landmark legislation during his more than 58 years in Congress, but decried "small-minded miserable behavior" during government shutdown.
U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg says Affordable Healthcare Act is “harmful” and should be replaced with patient-centered solutions.
The city plans to adopt the ordinance at its Feb.3 meeting.
New technology, featured this week on “CBS This Morning,” helps MDOT provide better forecasts and information to snowplow operators managing the storm, make roads safer for drivers, and help protect the environment.
Contract approved by state panel Michigan Lottery players to enjoy their favorite games online.
Residents face steep consequences for not abiding by declared snow emergencies.
2014 is an election year and that may mean contentious issues won't come up until after Nov. 4.
Thousands of Michiganders spent up to a week without power after a catastrophic ice storm. The state’s Public Service Commission wants to make sure the state’s two major utilities did all they could.
Senate approval is likely, but it’s unclear whether House will consider extending the emergency benefits, which pumped $1 billion into Michigan economy in 2013.
The governor says Michiganders “can be neither complacent nor content” in efforts to reinvent the state. How do you think he’s doing and what should leaders focus on in 2014?
Trenton police are asking residents nicely to move cars from the street or risk getting a ticket or having it towed.
In an impassioned plea, Senate Majority Leader Gretchen Whitmer disclosed she was raped 20 years ago, but "can’t even begin to imagine now having to think about the same thing happening to my own daughters" in Michigan's anti-abortion climate.
A security breach was detected in September, and state officials are just now being notified. They’re not happy.
Licenses and plates that expire on a day when state offices are closed, such as a holiday or weekend, can be renewed the following day without penalty.
“We’re very excited about getting everything in order and we are hopeful to be able to break ground in the spring,” Joann Gonyea, director of parks and recreation, said today.
Gas stations, convenience stores operating overnight would be required to hire extra help or install surveillance cameras to prevent crimes like the alleged abduction of Jessica Heeringa last April.
The Detroit News reports county officials believe the financially troubled city is trying to 'cash in' on its water system.
Grant entries were chosen from a field of 87 applications seeking some $3.2 million in funding. The full list of award recipients, grant amounts and project descriptions are available at Michigan.gov.
The State and Visa resolved issues that had previously prevented Visa from being accepted at the counter.
The council also said it plans to discuss curbside recycling in mid-January.
This year’s event will be held Jan. 18 at the Grosse Ile Golf and Country Club. Tickets are $25, and include hors d'oeuvres, dinner, dessert and OPEN BAR. Hurry Before They Sell Out!
Is unemployment pay an entitlement for workers dismissed for using medical pot, or should businesses be protected against claims “for all persons involuntarily unemployed”?
A petition drive launched this week would leave hunting decisions with the state's Natural Resources Commission.
A state representative has gathered 12 co-sponsors in his effort to rescind the ban on smoking at outdoor restaurant patios and sidewalk cafés. What do you think?
Lawmakers could approve a bill that requires women to purchase separate insurance for abortion coverage.
Residents are encouraged to make recommendations at the Dec.2 city council meeting.
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A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.
"On the job, what matters is your work, not your gender or skin color or faith or your sexual orientation," said Sen. Carl Levin (D- Mich.) on the floor of the Senate.
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Find out who was elected to Trenton city council and whether the Grosse Ile ballot proposals passed.
Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday.
An open house is set from noon to 2 p.m., followed by the groundbreaking.
City officials say there are no plans for the program at this point.