As the weather cools and viruses circulate, health experts note that Michiganders have three different vaccines to protect them from respiratory illness.
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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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Autoworkers ‘walking on eggshells’ as they await strike outcome
The UAW strike has support of workers, but that doesn’t relieve the financial anxiety.
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Michigan Democrats halt early-release plan for prisoners amid blowback
Legal questions and opposition pause the plan, but sponsors still want to bring it back. Thirty-five states have some form of ‘good time’ credits for inmates.
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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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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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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.
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New COVID shot clears FDA, may be Michigan-bound later in week
The newly formulated COVID vaccine is designed to take a swing at more recent variants as the fall respiratory season arrives. Final approval and guidance from the CDC is expected on Tuesday.
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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.