ACLU sues Michigan’s ban on Medicaid-funded abortions
The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan has filed suit to overturn Michigan’s Medicaid ban on abortion and abortion care, just days after abortion rights...
Singer, songwriter, provocateur and politician Kinky Friedman dies at the age of 79
Kinky Friedman, the singer, songwriter, satirist and novelist who also campaigned for governor in Texas, has died From JIM VERTUNO Associated Press June 27, 2024,...
Michigan congressman secures taxpayer money for his own private shooting club
Lansing — The Democratic-led Legislature’s $83 billion budget, passed just before dawn Thursday morning, includes more than $400 million in funding for lawmakers’ pet projects,...
Fifth Republican Women’s Club endorses Nick Begich
Five of seven Republican women’s clubs in Alaska have endorsed Nick Begich for Congress as the Alaska-born Republican seeks to unseat Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola....
Michigan bans potentially harmful diluent in THC vaporizers
The State of Michigan’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency plans to ban a diluent used in e-cigarettes that could be harmful to users. Starting Oct. 1, cannabis...
Thousands of doctors strike in England a week before the British general election
LONDON (AP) — Thousands of doctors in England are going on strike for the 11th time on Thursday, citing a long-running dispute with the government...
Charges dropped after nearly 80 arrests during protests against Israel war in Texas
“We respect the law and are deeply disappointed by the district attorney’s actions,” the university said in a statement. Clashes between police in riot gear...
Experts warn that 755,000 people in war-torn Sudan are at risk of famine in the coming months
International experts are painting a grim picture for war-torn Sudan, warning in a report that 755,000 people will face famine in the coming months amid...
Michigan Senate votes to extend FOIA to governor and legislature
LANSING — After years of inaction on increasing transparency in government, the Michigan State Senate on Wednesday took a major step toward bringing more insight...
Michigan lawmakers approve $82.5 billion state spending plan for 2025
LANSING – Michigan state lawmakers on Thursday morning passed an $82.5 billion state budget for fiscal year 2025, with just over $59 billion earmarked for...