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The 2017 Pure Michigan Governor’s Conference on Tourism will wrap-up today. Michelle Grinnell with Travel Michigan says they just launched a new website, though it still has the same address www.michigan.org. Travel is a $20 billion industry in Michigan which employs roughly 214,000 people.

Nothing marks the start of spring like a good spring cleaning. A good place to start, that’s often overlooked, is the medicine cabinet. Cleveland Clinic pharmacist Angela Giallourakis says if you do throw medicine into the garbage, disguise it first. You can also dispose of medications during one of the …

An interesting hearing at the state capital today that has to do with winter and getting into a warm car. Here’s Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick.

There’s a move at the state capital to make every lawmaker give a full financial disclosure as part of a push for more ethics in government. Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick looks at the debate.

The dangers of mixing energy drinks with alcohol is the subject of a recent study. Health Reporter Dr. Deanna Lites has details of new research out of Canada.

The state’s traffic safety community will learn about Michigan’s leadership in connected and automated vehicle technology and testing as part 2017 Michigan Traffic Safety Summit. More than 600 people are expected at the meeting in Lansing that runs through Thursday. Another key topic today the possibility that marijuana will be …

A new telehealth law goes into effect today in Michigan. It involves using telecommunications technology to offer virtual health services and to share health related information. Telehealth is a booming industry and there are many apps that link you with on-demand doctors that will treat you virtually 24-7. Under the …

Returning school schedule decisions to local districts–the House Education Reform Committee passed such legislation Thursday. State Representative Daniela Garcia is a Republican from Holland. She says the bill grants districts greater flexibility to implement school calendars and schedules in addition to removing both from contract negotiations.

Tourism and hospitality are the topics of choice at the 2017 Pure Michigan Governor’s Conference. The event is taking place through Tuesday. It’ll feature educational and networking opportunities. Deanna Richeson is CEO of the Michigan Tourism and Lodging Association who says this year’s theme is “Reinvention Through Innovation.”

The battle over assigning a letter grade to schools around the state has taken another turn. The update from Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick.