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Opponents and supporters of proposed energy reforms in Michigan came to Lansing to tell lawmakers in a Senate committee what they think about the suggested changes. Alan O’Shea of CBS Solar says the reforms would change the state’s program that gives credits to solar panel users that give their excess …

Solar panel supporters gathered in Lansing in opposition of proposed reforms to Michigan’s energy policies. About 60 people came together on the Capitol lawn for the Stand For Solar rally to express concern to changes being considered in a Senate committee they say would eliminate the state’s net metering program. …

Bills to reform Michigan’s civil asset forfeiture laws are headed to the state Senate. Currently, police departments in Michigan can seize and keep the property of someone even if there is no conviction, which critics say incentivizes seizures. Holly Harris of the group Fix Forfeiture says the law is an …