The disease continues to disproportionately impact African Americans, who are eight times more likely to be infected, and Latinos, who are four times more likely to be infected.
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Michigan’s controversial wind, solar energy law is in effect. What to know
The law aims to counter local pushback that is slowing efforts to replace fossil fuel power with green energy. But it faces challenges. Here’s what to know.
Posted inCivic and Community Information
Just in time for the holidays: A virtual pop-up shop full of Bridge swag
Beanies, sweatshirts, travel mugs and totes are among the many things Bridge Michigan and BridgeDetroit readers can buy online during the holiday season.
Posted inPolitical and Public Policy Information
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan running for Michigan governor as independent
Three-term Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced his campaign for governor as an independent Wednesday morning. His candidacy could leave Democrats with some agonizing decisions to make.
Posted inCivic and Community Information
New Michigan law: Keep 200 feet from snowplows or face $100 fine
It’s the first winter under the new Michigan law that requires motorists to stay 200 feet away from moving snowplows or 20 feet away from plows stopped at an intersection.
Posted inEducation
FAFSA is live for 2025: Five things to know about Michigan college costs
This free form has the ability to unlock thousands of dollars to help students attend college.
Posted inPolitical and Public Policy Information
Michigan Democrats grow wish lists for last month of full control. What to expect
Poised to lose control of the Michigan House, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and fellow Democrats are pushing economic development, firearm and criminal justice reforms in the final weeks of 2024.
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Benson: Michigan officials, candidates can use campaign cash for child care
New ruling ‘will help open up doors for more parents to run for office,’ says lawmaker who requested the interpretation from Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.
Posted inJobs & Economic Development
Michigan marijuana sales near $10 billion, a few years after legalization
In just over five years, Michigan’s legal marijuana industry is nearing cumulative sales of over $10 billion. But rising demand has been more than met with supply and prices are at their lowest ever.
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More cruise ships coming to Great Lakes as industry sets sights on growth
Bankruptcies took two ships out of the Great Lakes this year, but the cruise industry will make more port stops on more voyages starting in spring.