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Fed Governor Barr to Speak on Economic Conditions and Monetary Policy at Detroit Economic Club
Federal Reserve Governor Barr will address the Detroit Economic Club in Detroit, Michigan, delivering a speech on economic conditions and monetary policy, released by the Fed's Board of Governors.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAEconomyFederal GovernmentBankingFinancial Markets Federal ReserveBarrMonetary PolicyEconomic ConditionsDetroit Economic ClubDetroitMichiganU.S. Federal Reserve
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Social Security Administration Alerts Michigan Residents to Local Office Status Change
SSA notifies Michigan residents that the operational status of their local Social Security office, card center or hearing office has changed, and points them to online services.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues Social Security AdministrationMichiganSocial Security officemy Social Security accountretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicare
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Social Security Administration Alerts Michigan Residents to Changed Office Status
SSA says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Michigan has changed, and points customers to online services for benefits, applications and account management.
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Social Security Administration Alerts Michigan Customers to Changed Office Status
SSA says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Michigan has changed, and points customers to online services for most business.
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Whitmer Announces Appointments to 17 Michigan Boards and Commissions
Governor Gretchen Whitmer named or reappointed more than 25 people to state boards covering policing, aging, nursing, agriculture, public health and veterans' care, with terms starting this fall.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEducationEmployment and LaborAgriculture Gretchen WhitmerMichiganboards and commissionsappointmentsLansingpublic healthOffice of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer Signs Eight Bipartisan Bills to Fund University Projects, Balance FY27 Budget
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed eight bipartisan bills authorizing $1.3 billion in capital outlay for 27 higher education institutions and closing budget gaps without raising taxes.
Politics and GovernmentEducationState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomy Gretchen WhitmerMichiganHigher EducationCapital OutlayState BudgetState Building AuthorityFirst RespondersOffice of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills to Protect Renters, Patients and Insurance Customers
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed four bipartisan bills requiring fee-free rent payment options, modernizing deposit returns, banning unfair insurance pricing and protecting federal patient incentives.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthState GovernmentsLegalReal EstateFinancial MarketsSocial Issues Gretchen WhitmerMichiganSenate Bill 373Senate Bill 1013Senate Bill 1052rentersinsurance pricingOffice of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer Wraps Up South Korea and Taiwan Mission, Touting New Jobs and Investment for Michigan
Governor Gretchen Whitmer concluded an investment mission to South Korea and Taiwan, advancing maritime, robotics, semiconductor and defense partnerships and formalizing a new Oakland County-Taichung sister city agreement.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyUSASouth KoreaTaiwanState GovernmentsEconomyTradeEmployment and LaborAsia Gretchen WhitmerMichiganForeign Direct InvestmentAdvanced ManufacturingSemiconductorsOffice of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer Approves Nearly $7 Million in Disaster Aid for Michigan Communities
Governor Gretchen Whitmer approved nearly $7 million from the state's Disaster and Emergency Contingency Fund for communities hit by storms, flooding, tornadoes and a water main break.
Politics and GovernmentWeatherDisastersState GovernmentsGeneral WeatherFederal GovernmentEnvironment Gretchen WhitmerDisaster and Emergency Contingency FundMichiganSevere StormsFloodingTornadoesFEMAOffice of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer Pens Wall Street Journal Op-Ed Standing Up for Michigan Families and Businesses Against Expensive Tariffs
Governor Whitmer takes to the Wall Street Journal to argue costly Republican tariff policies are hurting Michigan, citing a $5,600-per-household burden and calling for a smarter trade strategy.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEconomyTradeState GovernmentsDemocratic PartyEmployment and LaborEducation Gretchen WhitmerMichiganTariffsWall Street JournalTrade PolicyAmerican ManufacturingTax CutsOffice of Michigan Governor
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Social Security Administration Alerts Michigan Residents to Changed Office Status
SSA says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Michigan has changed, and points recipients to online services for benefits, applications and account management.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsComputers and Internet Social Security AdministrationMichiganSocial Security officemy Social Security accountretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicare
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Social Security Administration Alerts Michigan Residents to Changed Office Status
SSA says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Michigan has changed, and points customers to online services for most business.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsSocial Issues Social Security AdministrationMichiganSocial Security officemy Social Security accountonline servicesretirement benefitsMedicare
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Social Security Administration Alerts Michigan Residents to Changed Office Status
SSA says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Michigan has changed, and points recipients to online services for benefits, applications and account management.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsSocial Issues Social Security AdministrationMichiganSocial Security office statusmy Social Security accountretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicare
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Social Security Administration Alerts Michigan Residents to Changed Office Status
SSA says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Michigan has changed, and points customers to online services for most business.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues Social Security AdministrationMichiganSocial Security officemy Social Security accountretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicare
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Whitmer Announces First Neighborhood Roads Fund Payments Under $2B Road Deal
Michigan local agencies receive first Neighborhood Roads Fund payments as part of a nearly $2 billion annual road funding plan, with new money for bridges, transit and rail.
Politics and GovernmentUSATransportationState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborEnergy Gretchen WhitmerNeighborhood Roads FundMichiganroad fundinginfrastructurepublic transitLansingOffice of Michigan Governor
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Social Security Administration Alerts Michigan Residents to Changed Office Status
The Social Security Administration says the operational status of Michigan offices, card centers and hearing offices has changed, and points users to online services for benefits, applications and account management.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues Social Security AdministrationMichiganSocial Security officemy Social Security accountretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicare
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Whitmer Orders Michigan Flags at Half-Staff for Patriot Day
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered U.S. and state flags to half-staff Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, for Patriot Day, urging a moment of silence at 8:46 a.m. and community service to honor 9/11 victims.
Politics and GovernmentConflictLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentMilitaryDisasters Patriot DayGretchen WhitmerGarlin Gilchrist IIMichigan9/11 attacksfirst respondersGovernmentOffice of Michigan Governor
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Governor Whitmer Announces Over $16 Million Investment, 110 New Jobs in Oakland County
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced two major business expansions in Oakland County, bringing over $16 million in capital investment and 110 new jobs. AirBoss Defense Group and Horse Powertrain USA are establishing new centers, boosting Michigan's automotive and defense sectors.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEconomyEmployment and LaborState GovernmentsTransportation MichiganOakland CountyAutomotive IndustryJob CreationAirBoss Defense GroupHorse PowertrainEconomic DevelopmentOffice of Michigan Governor
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Social Security Administration Updates Michigan Office Status, Promotes Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated Michigan office operations, encouraging residents to utilize extensive online services for statements, benefit applications, account management, and more, reducing the need for in-person visits.
Politics and GovernmentHealthFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEmployment and LaborLegal MichiganSocial Security Administrationonline servicesretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicareaccount management
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Governor Whitmer Appoints Leaders to Key Michigan Boards and Commissions
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced numerous appointments and reappointments to 13 Michigan boards and commissions, including the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and Developmental Disability Council, strengthening leadership across various state initiatives.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationMedical ScienceEconomySocial Issues Gretchen WhitmerMichiganAppointmentsBoards and CommissionsGovernmentArts and CultureDisability ServicesOffice of Michigan Governor
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Gov. Whitmer Appoints Every Child Reads Champions Council to Boost Michigan Literacy
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has appointed a new Every Child Reads Champions Council to accelerate Michigan's literacy efforts. This diverse advisory body will strengthen the state's literacy plan, building on a historic $502 million investment to ensure every child becomes a…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthState GovernmentsEducationEconomySocial Issues MichiganGovernor Gretchen WhitmerEvery Child Reads Champions CouncilliteracyMiLEAPappointmentsOffice of Michigan Governor
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Social Security Administration Updates Michigan Office Status, Promotes Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Michigan offices, urging residents to utilize extensive online services for managing benefits and inquiries, reducing the need for in-person visits.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessFederal GovernmentEmployment and LaborSocial Issues MichiganSocial Security Administrationoffice statusonline servicesbenefitsretirementdisability
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Michigan to Lift Road Restrictions for Labor Day Weekend Travel
Michigan Governor Whitmer announced MDOT will lift lane restrictions on 91 road projects for Labor Day weekend, easing travel from September 4-8, 2026. Drivers are advised of some remaining configurations and the Mackinac Bridge closure.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomyTransportation MichiganGovernor WhitmerMDOTLabor DayRoad ProjectsTrafficMackinac BridgeOffice of Michigan Governor
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Michigan Governor Urges Residents to Claim Home Heating Tax Credit by September 30 Deadline
Michigan renters and homeowners have until September 30 to apply for the Home Heating Tax Credit. Governor Whitmer and state agencies urge eligible low-income households to claim this credit to save on energy bills and access additional support.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEducationGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborSocial Issues MichiganHome Heating Tax CreditTax CreditEnergy AssistanceLow-Income HouseholdsSeptember 30Governor WhitmerOffice of Michigan Governor
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Governor Whitmer Fights Enbridge in Court to Protect Great Lakes from Line 5 Pipeline
Governor Whitmer filed a brief in Enbridge's Line 5 lawsuit, challenging the company's right to pump oil through the Straits of Mackinac. She asserts Michigan's authority to protect the Great Lakes from the pipeline's environmental risks.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentState GovernmentsEconomyLegalSocial Issues MichiganGretchen WhitmerEnbridgeLine 5Great LakesOil PipelineEnvironmental LawsuitOffice of Michigan Governor
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Governor Whitmer Expands Michigan Reconnect Eligibility to Adults 21 and Older
Governor Whitmer announced expanded eligibility for Michigan Reconnect, offering tuition-free college or skills certificates to adults aged 21-24. This program has already helped nearly 20,000 graduates boost their earnings and career prospects.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEducationSocial Issues Michigan ReconnectAdult EducationTuition-freeSkills TrainingWorkforce DevelopmentMichiganGretchen WhitmerOffice of Michigan Governor
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Michigan Lowers Flags to Honor Dolly Parton
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered flags lowered statewide to honor country music icon Dolly Parton, recognizing her seven-decade career and significant literacy efforts through the Imagination Library.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentEducationGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsMusicSocial Issues Dolly PartonGretchen WhitmerMichiganFlag LoweringCountry MusicImagination LibraryLiteracyOffice of Michigan Governor
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Michigan Districts Lead on Science of Reading Training Ahead of State Mandate
Governor Whitmer recognized 17 Michigan districts for committing to train all elementary educators in the science of reading, utilizing LETRS training, ahead of the 2031 state mandate, aiming to boost literacy statewide.
Politics and GovernmentState GovernmentsEducationGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues MichiganGovernor WhitmerScience of ReadingLETRSLiteracySchool DistrictsOffice of Michigan Governor
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Michigan Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Michigan offices, urging residents to utilize extensive online services for benefits, account management, and information review, potentially eliminating the need for in-person visits.
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Media Monitor: CAIR Launches 'Know Your Rights' Campaign Amid Rising Anti-Muslim Hate, Addresses Regional Incidents
CAIR launched a 'Know Your Rights' campaign for students and educators, citing record anti-Muslim hate. The organization also addressed death threats in Michigan, anti-Muslim rhetoric in Texas and Maryland, and welcomed an arrest in Kentucky.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyEducationSocial IssuesLegal CAIRAnti-Muslim HateStudent RightsDiscriminationBullyingMichiganTexas