East Lansing’s immigration-friendly “sanctuary” status has made it a target of the Trump administration. It’s an “honor,” according to a local official who says the city has no plan to change course.
Lauren Gibbons
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Michigan Shakespeare Fest, Detroit Opera among arts groups grappling with federal cuts
The Trump administration terminated millions of dollars in arts grants and is proposing full elimination. Michigan performing arts companies are now scrambling to keep their doors open.
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Michigan makes prisoners pay for doctor visits. Critics call it a costly mistake
Advocates say requiring medical copays by Michigan prisoners discourages them from seeking preventive care and ultimately raises costs for taxpayers. Some lawmakers want to put an end to the practice.
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After complaints, Michigan seeks new system to guide youth incarcerations
Michigan officials are replacing a system to evaluate juvenile offenders that some feared targeted youths of color.
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Senate passes ‘big, beautiful bill:’ What it means for Michigan
Proposal must clear US House before advancing to President Trump, who has called for its passage by the Fourth of July.
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As ICE detention center opens, ‘dangerous times to be an immigrant in Michigan’
GEO Group began accepting federal detainees at the northern Michigan facility on June 16.
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Fact check: Kristi Noem, Trump allies warn of ‘northern border crisis’ in Detroit
Noem warned northern border crossings could be a target for illegal immigration into the US amid increased arrests at southern border
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Trump to Michigan: Comply with immigration, DEI orders or lose road funding
Experts say widespread infrastructure cuts in Michigan are unlikely. But the threat should be taken seriously.
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In ‘major setback’ for Michigan arts, Trump terminates federal grants
The NEA grant terminations are among the latest cuts ordered by Trump, whose administration is moving to rapidly shrink the federal budget by eliminating what federal officials contend is wasteful spending.
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Trump cuts hit Michigan violence prevention programs: ‘This will cost lives’
The Trump administration cut a combined $4.5 million in criminal justice grant funding for Michigan-based organizations as part of a broad cost-cutting effort. Advocates say the move could cost lives. Local law enforcement groups say it’s too early to tell.