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“Death Star” Bill Heads To Governor Snyder

Legislation dubbed by opponents the “Death Star” bill that would block local governments from setting wage, benefits or leave requirements is headed to the governor. The measure would not apply to local ordinances already in place. House Speaker Kevin Cotter says he was asked to alter the bill so it …

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Michigan Unemployment Rises

Michigan’s unemployment rate is up for the first time September 2013. State officials say the jobless rate in May increased by one-tenth of a percentage point to 5.5 percent, breaking a string of 20 consecutive months of rate reductions. A spokesman says more people were looking for a job last …

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Mackinac Bridge Software Upgrade Going Slowly

You could encounter some delays when crossing the Mackinac Bridge. Mackinac Bridge Authority Executive Secretary Bob Sweeney says they’ve been installing hardware and software upgrades in toll lane booths but encountered some glitches that have resulted in the delays. One of the benefits of the upgrades is that you’ll be …

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