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Drunk Driving Crackdown Begins

The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over spring campaign kicks off today. Judge Geno Salomone stood in front of law enforcement officers talking about case after case of drunk drivers who went before him in court. He says he advised them to get help: Fines for drunk driving start at …

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Kivela Legislation Limits Purchase of Ephedrine, Pseudoephedrine

LANSING — State Rep. John Kivela (D-Marquette) introduced legislation today to limit the number of products containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine that a person can purchase within a 30-day period, and also limits how much can be purchased without a valid doctor’s prescription within one year. Both of these products are …

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Former U.S. Attorney To Teadh Law At U of M

Former U.S. Attorney Barb McQuade is headed to the University of Michigan to teach law. McQuade was asked to step down from her government post by President Donald Trump and U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions. She said she thought she’d have more time to make the transition with the acting …

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Wigs For Kids Would Be Covered Under Bill

Michigan House and Senate Democrats introduced legislation that would require health insurance companies and Medicaid to cover wigs for children who suffer hair loss from medical conditions or treatments. State Representative Kevin Hertel co-sponsored the House version of the bill. The wigs would be covered as any other prosthetic would …

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Dealing With Irritating Coworkers

If you work in an office, there’s a chance that some of the things your co-workers do will irritate you. Whether it’s giving you a play by play of their current medical ailment to rambling on about politics or wearing strong perfume. Health reporter Dr. Deanna Lites got some expert …

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State Board Of Education Rejects School Grading System

The State Board of Education has adopted a statement saying it is unanimously against issuing A-to-F grades for every public school in Michigan. The bipartisan board opposes a letter grade accountability system as part of the state’s plan to comply with a new federal education law. Superintendent Brian Whiston and …

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Michigan Lottery Apologizes For Mistake

The Michigan Lottery is apologizing after a television technical problem told players it was a special bonus drawing, when it wasn’t. The mistake happened during Monday night’s Daily 3 and Daily 4 drawing. In the case of an actual bonus drawing, it would have meant even more prize money for …

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