Michigan lawmakers are considering a bill to increase penalties for blocking state highways, which is currently a civil infraction punishable by a $500 fine. The proposal would make it a misdemeanor with possible jail time and higher fines.
Janelle D. James
Posted inEducation
Michigan experts: Back-to-school prep should start early, at home
Doctors urge parents to prepare kids for the school year with healthy sleep, limited screens and safety habits.
Posted inEducation, Health and Welfare
Screen time causing eye problems for Michigan kids. Could more recess help?
New research links screen time to child eyesight problems, adding fuel to a push to encourage more recess — and ban cell phones — in Michigan schools.
Posted inElection 2025
Michigan voters to decide local elections, school bonds, more. What to know
Michigan voters can head to the polls Tuesday to decide local races and ballot proposals. Here’s what to know about the issues and election laws.
Posted inEnvironment
Michigan nears tornado record as heat wave looms
Michigan braces for heat after recording its 29th tornado of the year, the most since 2001 and sixth-highest count on record.
Posted inPolitical and Public Policy Information
Driving high is illegal in Michigan. Soon, cops may be able to test for it
Police use anecdotal evidence to arrest drugged drivers. Legislation would let Michigan join 24 states that use roadside saliva tests to make arrests. But reliability questions remain.
Posted inHealth and Welfare
Measles, whooping cough surge in Michigan amid falling vaccination rates
Michigan is experiencing a rise in measles and whooping cough due to declining childhood vaccination rates and health officials are sounding alarms.
Posted inHealth and Welfare
Allergy season is starting earlier in Michigan
Seasonal allergies, particularly hay fever, are worsening due to longer pollen seasons. Early medication and immunotherapy can help manage symptoms and make allergy season more bearable.
Posted inCivic and Community Information
Michigan’s REAL ID deadline: What you need to know before May 7
Michigan residents are required to have a REAL ID by May 7 to fly domestically and access federal facilities.
Posted inHealth and Welfare
Michigan’s new car seat law takes effect April 2: What to know
Beginning April 2, children under 2 have to sit in a rear-facing child car seat.