State News

Michigan voters were asked to list their major concerns this election year and, as Lansing bureau chief Tim Skubick reports, two new issues have emerged from an EPIC/MRA poll.

So-called anti-terrorists stocks have been doing well of late on Wall Street, as more and more news reports discuss attacks that could be linked to terrorism. These would be companies on the front line on the battle against terrorism. Business editor Murray Feldman says other lesser-known companies have also surfaced …

If you’re 65 and older you might want to wait to get a flu shot to make sure you’re protected when the flu is at it’s peak which is between December and February. Family Medicine expert Dr. Shaun Jayakar. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends everyone 6 months …

Major car makers are closely examining the new rules, being announced in Washington, to govern the development of self driving cars. Auto Beat Reporter Jeff Gilbert has that part of the story.

Gas prices are up 4 cents in the past week in Michigan. AAA Michigan says the average price for self-serve regular unleaded gasoline is at $2.24 per gallon. The lowest was seen at $2.12 per gallon in the Traverse City area, while the highest average was $2.30 per gallon in …

General Motors is asking for a one year delay in its recall of about a million pickups and SUV’s with Takata airbag inflators. AutoBeat Reporter Jeff Gilbert says the government will decide on GM’s delay request by November.

The Michigan House will likely vote this week to place the state at the forefront of the autonomous car industry. With a preview, here’s Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick.

Despite increased awareness, the number of kids injured or killed in crashes is actually increasing here in Michigan. Here’s the story from Brian Larsen.  

A new poll released this morning shows parents are okay with their kids learning about sex, drugs and drinking, but a majority also want their children to be taught about emotional and mental health issues. The University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital national poll shows despite wanting their children …

Legislation worth $10 billion, with $100 million of that specified for Flint, has been passed by the U.S. Senate for water-related projects across the country. Here’s Senator Debbie Stabenow of Michigan. The Water Resources Development Act had strong bipartisan support, but has an uncertain future in the House. The measure …