This story also appeared in Bridge Michigan The University of Michigan plans to grow its footprint in Detroit by spring 2027 with the opening of a $250 million innovation center. Plans call for the building — six floors and 200,000 square feet — to house both graduate-level programs and additional education initiatives targeted to Detroiters […]
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Michigan Right-to-Work repeal: What workers, businesses need to know
The new law means big changes: Private sector workers no longer can avoid paying union dues if they are employed in a workplace with a collective bargaining agreement.
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Report: Michigan must prioritize high-wage job growth
Michigan’s overreliance on manufacturing has the state falling in prosperity rankings. A new report argues that unless we get serious about creating high-wage, college-degree jobs, our economic fortunes will continue to crater.
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Michigan utilities explore longer-term funding to address extreme weather
DTE Energy and Consumers Energy say their systems are more reliable after severe outages this year. But with extreme weather increasing from climate change, they’re looking at additional funding options such as customer surcharges or bonds.
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Michigan developers find new uses for contaminated industrial sites
Older, abandoned factories are often located near what businesses seek today: highways, rail, full utilities and access to workers. Investing in tainted sites carries financial risk and higher costs, but there are also rewards.
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UAW strike: 4 things to know as Michigan braces for it to spread
The week-long auto strike affecting three U.S. factories could grow on Friday if the United Auto Workers widens the walkout. The effects of the limited strike are already rippling across the industry.
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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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UAW-automaker standoff prompts worries over Michigan’s place in new economy
Global competition for market share and profitability amid EV investment both pressure how much the Big Three legacy companies can give in negotiations.
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Strike likely; UAW plans staggered walkouts to ‘keep companies guessing’
Negotiations between the United Auto Workers and the Big Three automakers show some progress, but the union is planning a staggered walkout that will target Ford, GM and Stellantis at the same time.
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As UAW strike looms, what to know about contract talks, Big Three finances
The UAW contracts expire at midnight Thursday, leaving major automakers as potential targets. Here is a primer on the issues surrounding the debate.