Michigan social issues

Brenda Tracy Files Lawsuit Against MSU for Harassment Case Mismanagement

News Summary Brenda Tracy, a prominent advocate for sexual assault awareness, has filed a federal lawsuit against Michigan State University's…

1 week ago

Proposed Cuts to SNAP Could Cost Michigan $900 Million

News Summary Proposed budget cuts under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could lead to a staggering $900 million loss…

2 weeks ago

Transportation Secretary Hosts Fundraiser Amid Controversy

News Summary Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will host a fundraiser for Republican Senate challenger Bill Huizenga in Michigan, raising concerns…

2 weeks ago

DOJ Files Lawsuits Against Four States Over Climate Actions

News Summary The U.S. Justice Department has filed lawsuits against Hawaii, Michigan, New York, and Vermont, claiming their climate initiatives…

3 weeks ago

GOP-led House Passes Major Funding Cut to SNAP Program

News Summary The U.S. House of Representatives has narrowly passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which proposes a $285…

3 weeks ago

Nursing Home Workers in Detroit Strike for Better Conditions

News Summary Over 300 nursing home employees from five Ciena Healthcare facilities in Metro Detroit initiated a one-day strike on…

4 weeks ago

Legal Action for Alleged Sexual Harassment in Michigan Department

News Summary Lisa Gass has filed a lawsuit against the Michigan Department of Corrections, alleging sexual harassment by a former…

1 month ago

Michigan Strengthens Protections Against Elder Financial Exploitation

News Summary Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced significant changes to the state's Uniform Securities Act, requiring investment professionals…

1 month ago

Michigan AmeriCorps Faces Severe Funding Cuts

News Summary Michigan's AmeriCorps programs are in jeopardy following a significant funding reduction of nearly $400 million, amounting to a…

2 months ago

Child Care Crisis Hits Michigan Families Hard

News Summary Michigan families are facing a severe child care crisis, with low wages driving caregivers away, leading to a…

2 months ago