A lawsuit seeks to void multi-million dollar contracts for ShotSpotter, a controversial gunshot detection technology used by the Detroit Police Department.
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What is the debt ceiling and why Michigan should care if the U.S. defaults
At risk is whether the nation will be able to pay its bills, many of which involve spending that Americans have come to expect.
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Michigan Democrats look to change teacher evaluation system
Michigan teachers will no longer be evaluated based on student test scores under legislation being prepared by Democratic leaders. Critics say the current system should be tweaked, not scrapped.
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Michigan House OKs ban on holding phones; violators face fines of $100 and up
A measure requiring motorists to use hands-free devices clears after language is removed that would have allowed for 90-day license suspensions.
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Despite vows, Democrats do little to improve Michigan government transparency
Lawmakers say they still plan to fix public records laws. Transparency advocates say there’s plenty to be done.
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New Michigan bills could give sexual abuse survivors more time to sue
A nine-bill package introduced Thursday would extend the statute of limitations for sexual assault survivors to take legal action. They would be able to sue until they turn 52 and have two years to consider lawsuits even after the statute of limitations expires.
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Michigan Democrats eye hate crime reform, look to add LGBTQ protections
A trio of Democratic lawmakers are seeking to update the state’s anti-hate crime law with an expanded definition of hate crime and enhanced penalties. The law has not been updated since its establishment in 1988.
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Cell phone driving ban stalls in Michigan; critics say it’s too harsh
Lawmakers can’t muster enough support to require hands-free devices while driving. Distracted driving crashes are up, but opponents object to possibility of license suspensions, points.
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Michigan bill floats balloon release ban
Balloon debris kills birds and befouls lakes. Are $800 fines the answer?
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After passing 3 gun bills, Michigan Democrats say they’re not done
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed laws on background checks and safe storage, and will soon sign a red flag law. Democrats say they are now looking to limit large-capacity magazines and hold gun manufacturers liable for gun violence.