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State Rep. Lightner "These claims must be investigated.”

State Representative Sarah Lightner of Michigan has called for a comprehensive investigation into staffing shortages and potential labor regulation violations within the state's Department of Corrections. This inquiry aims to address concerns such as low staffing levels, violations of the Family and Medical Leave Act, and breaches of mandatory overtime limits. The main goal is to ensure the well-being of both employees and inmates within Michigan's state prisons.

By South Michigan News Report | Sep 15, 2023

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Employment in Michigan state government rises while restaurants suffer amid COVID-19 pandemic

Michigan’s restaurant industry may be suffering due to COVID-19, but the state government simultaneously experienced a rise in jobs this past fiscal year.

By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | Jan 27, 2021

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Lack of data makes it difficult to determine if COVID-19 mandates are reducing infection rates in Michigan

By Giovanni Whaley | Jan 4, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced state and local leaders to grapple with maintaining a strong economy while also protecting the health of their constituents.

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Michigan experiences a 24% decrease in restaurant employment since February

By Elle Johnson | Dec 23, 2020

Since February, the number of Michigan residents working in restaurants has decreased by 24%, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported, according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.

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Mackinac Center for Public Policy sues University of Michigan over COVID-19 documents

By Elle Johnson | Dec 22, 2020

After the University of Michigan refused to provide documents regarding the science and data used to justify Michigan's lockdown orders and restrictions, the Mackinac Center Legal Foundation filed a lawsuit against the university for violating the state's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

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Gordon, Whitmer, state officials blame Michiganders for the increasing spread of COVID-19

By Elle Johnson | Dec 17, 2020

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Director Robert Gordon has placed the blame on state residents for the continuing spread of COVID-19 and has extended the latest epidemic order through at least Sunday, Dec. 20, which closes bars and restaurants to in-person service.

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Kahle: Whitmer needs to take senior recommendations seriously

By Trina Thomas | Sep 16, 2020

Rep. Bronna Kahle (R-Adrian) recently addressed her disappointment in Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s lack of changes to COVID-19 policies intended to protect Michigan’s seniors.

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Michigan representative takes governor to task over elder-care facility policies

By Michael Pineda | Aug 14, 2020

The veto of a plan to protect Michigan residents of nursing facilities from COVID-19 has drawn the ire of state legislators.

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Gun rights resolutions passing locally as state restrictions are advocated by Gov. Whitmer

By Benjamin Kibbey | Mar 28, 2020

Communities across Michigan are taking a stand in support of gun rights by passing local legislation – though mostly non-binding resolutions – and sending a message to elected state officials at the same time.

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Rep. Kahle blasts Gov. Whitmer for vetoing a school funding bill

By James Ledbetter | Mar 18, 2020

In a Facebook post from February 22, state Rep. Bronna Kahle (R-Adrian) criticized Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for vetoing a bill that would have granted schools in Michigan access to build outdoor sports structures and other seasonal facilities.