The Michigan Department of Treasury began sending out retroactive checks to individuals who qualified for the Earned Income Tax Credit in 2022.
Janelle D. James
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When to file Michigan state taxes and what’s new in 2024
Among changes this year, some Michiganders could see more money on their tax return this season after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer authorized an Expansion of the Earned Income Tax Credit.
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DTE monthly rates to jump by 6.4% on Dec. 15 to fund clean energy
The Michigan Public Service Commission approves a $368 million increase on Friday. The utility says it needs to raise rates to improve, diversify service.
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UAW strike sets Michigan on uncertain path: ‘We’re nervous’
The United Auto Workers began a strike against the Big Three on Friday, walking out at three U.S. factories, including one in Michigan. Much is at stake, for workers and the industry.
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Climate change, bad infrastructure drives away Michigan residents, report says
The Citizens Research Council of Michigan suggests the state should invest heavily in roads and power lines if it wants to jump-start stagnant population.
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More over-the-counter Narcan to hit Michigan shelves amid opioid epidemic
Access to the drug should increase in coming days after thousands of kits are shipped. Michigan has allowed over-the-counter sales since 2017, but not all pharmacies carried the drug that reverses overdoses.
Posted inEnvironment
It’s peak yellowjacket season in Michigan, and they’re as mean as ever
Yellowjackets are at their annoying, vicious peak in September. They won’t think twice about attacking to protect their colony.
Posted inPolitical and Public Policy Information
Michigan regulators seek penalties for repeat utility outages
Consumers Energy and DTE Energy could face penalties for frequent and long power outages. The Michigan Public Service Commission has grilled the two companies for months over customer complaints.
Posted inHealth and Welfare
Over 80,000 Michigan residents lost Medicaid benefits in first month
The vast majority lost coverage because they had not filled out and returned state forms required to maintain enrollment. More are likely to be kicked off over the next year.
Posted inEducation
Michigan teachers still scrounging for classroom supplies
Michigan schools are responsible for supplying items that students need to learn. But teachers continue to spend hundreds of dollars from their own pockets and routinely ask families, friends and strangers to help.