Many Michigan residents are still without power following last week’s ice storm. Democrats are chastising utility companies for not providing automatic reimbursements to consumers impacted by power outages.
Janelle D. James
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Michigan has far more power outages this week than other Midwest states
Following a mid-week ice storm, Michigan still had nearly 700,000 homes without power Friday afternoon. Minnesota had nine.
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MSU returns to class with unease, determination and more empty seats
MSU students described their return to class Monday as anything but normal, yet many called it a necessary step in the long road back to normalcy.
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Vigils to be held across the state to honor MSU shooting victims
Communities across the state are showing support for MSU victims and the university community with candlelight vigils following the Monday night tragedy.
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Michigan State victims: Brian Fraser, Alex Verner and Arielle Anderson
A fraternity president, a top-notch student and an aspiring pediatrician were the MSU students killed by a gunman in a campus attack. All three made huge impacts before their young lives were cut short.
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Michigan $180 inflation relief checks 2023: what to know about Whitmer’s plan
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s efforts to provide tax relief to Michigan residents includes a proposal to send $180 checks to residents who filed taxes in 2022. Republicans call it a gambit to avoid providing longer-term tax relief.
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Michigan tax refund 2023: How long does it take and other questions
With tax season in full swing, take a moment to brush up on potential new Michigan tax credits, how to get your refund faster and how to avoid tax scams.
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Gretchen Whitmer State of the State: How to watch and what to expect
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will give her first, in-person State of the State address since 2019, before the pandemic hit. Here is everything you need to know about how to watch it and what topics she is expected to cover.