Michigan economy

Debate Sparks Over Governor Whitmer’s Costly Trade Mission to Australia

News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer's trip to Australia, costing over $219,000, has ignited controversy regarding job creation claims versus actual…

7 days ago

Michigan Renters Face Escalating Housing Crisis

News Summary A report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition highlights a growing housing crisis for Michigan renters, with…

1 week ago

Michigan State University Faces $10.5 Million Funding Cut

News Summary Michigan State University (MSU) is grappling with a $10.5 million reduction in federal funding for its Supplemental Nutrition…

1 week ago

Michigan Increases Unemployment Benefits for Residents

News Summary Michigan has announced an increase in unemployment benefits for nearly 48,000 residents facing financial difficulties. The raised weekly…

2 weeks ago

Michigan’s Cannabis Market Faces Significant Slowdown

News Summary Michigan's marijuana market is experiencing a downturn, with sales dropping by 4.2% statewide in June, following a period…

2 weeks ago

Michigan Residents to Receive Retroactive Unemployment Payments

News Summary In a pivotal move, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a law providing nearly 48,000 residents with retroactive unemployment…

2 weeks ago

Michigan Announces $144 Million Medical Debt Relief Initiative

News Summary Michigan has launched a relief initiative that will eliminate $144 million in medical debt for over 210,000 residents.…

2 weeks ago

Consumer Sentiment in the U.S. Sees Modest Improvement

News Summary Consumer sentiment in the U.S. rose by 1.8% in July 2023, reaching its highest level since February. The…

2 weeks ago

Flint, Michigan Semiconductor Plant Plans Canceled

News Summary Plans for a major semiconductor manufacturing plant near Flint, Michigan, have been canceled due to economic uncertainties, as…

2 weeks ago