Congratulations to our May Teacher of the Month, Kailey Farrand! Kailey is a second grade teacher at Washington Elementary School in Charlotte. To quote her nominator, “She is kind, respectful, and teaches the whole child, not just academics. She creates …
LANSING, Mich., June 25, 2026 — The Michigan House passed the Professional Guardian and Conservator Licensure package (House Bills 4727–29 and 4959) this week, which would require licensure for professional guardians and conservators in Michigan using the …
LANSING, Mich., June 25, 2026 — This week, the Michigan House passed House Bill 6073 with broad bipartisan support. The bill, nearly identical to HB 4329 introduced by state Rep. Denise Mentzer (D-Mt. Clemens) last spring, prohibits medical debt from …
LANSING, Mich., June. 24, 2026 — State Reps. Jimmie Wilson Jr. (D-Ypsilanti), Jason Morgan (D-Ann Arbor) and Morgan Foreman (D-Ann Arbor) introduced legislation to strip the University of Michigan of its unilateral authority to buy up community land …
LANSING, Mich., June. 24, 2026 — State Reps. Jimmie Wilson Jr. (D-Ypsilanti), Jason Morgan (D-Ann Arbor) and Morgan Foreman (D-Ann Arbor) introduced legislation to strip the University of Michigan of its unilateral authority to buy up community land …
Hoskins, Fellow Democratic Lawmakers Uplift Reintroduction of MI Voting Rights Act, Call on Hall to Take Up Bills Members of the MLBC and fellow Democratic lawmakers stand together at the Pass the MI Voting Rights Act Press Conference on Tuesday, June 23, …
LANSING, Mich., June 24, 2026 — This week, state Reps. Natalie Price (D-Berkley) and Phil Skaggs (D-East Grand Rapids) introduced legislation designed to protect Michigan from the federal government unlawfully withholding federal funds owed to the state …
LANSING, Mich., June 24, 2026 — This week, state Reps. Natalie Price (D-Berkley) and Phil Skaggs (D-East Grand Rapids) introduced legislation designed to protect Michigan from the federal government unlawfully withholding federal funds owed to the state …
Dear Neighbor, Summer is in full swing, and there’s a lot happening across our communities. From major road safety improvements and investments in public transit to the neighborhood events and festivals that make this time of year so special, there’s …
Members of the MLBC and fellow Democratic lawmakers stand together at the Pass the MI Voting Rights Act Press Conference on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at the Anderson House Office Building in Lansing. LANSING, Mich., June 24, 2026 — State Rep. Jason Hoskins ( …
DETROIT, Mich., June 22, 2026 — Members of the Detroit Caucus hosted a Juneteenth Celebration honoring freedom, community and culture while bringing residents together to connect with valuable local resources and services. The celebration was free, and …
Future Prospects in Lansing The month of May did not see as much news around Lansing itself, as we are anticipating the final budget negotiations. With that in mind, I want to reiterate something I wrote a couple of months ago and that is what myself and …
DETROIT, Mich., June 22, 2026 — Members of the Detroit Caucus hosted a Juneteenth Celebration honoring freedom, community and culture while bringing residents together to connect with valuable local resources and services. The celebration was free, and …
Hi Neighbor, Summer is officially here! As the weather warms, many households see a noticeable increase in utility bills, especially electricity costs. Air conditioners, fans and increased water use for lawns, gardens and pools can drive monthly expenses …
LANSING, Mich., June 18, 2026 — Yesterday, state Rep. Betsy Coffia (D-Traverse City) welcomed 2025-26 National Cherry Queen, Ainslee Hewitt, on the House floor and introduced House Resolution 334 to declare June 17, 2026, as Cherry Industry Day in the …
Democratic lawmakers introduce legislation to address systemic injustices Members of the MLBC and stakeholders stand together at the Reparative Justice Press Conference on Thursday, June 18, 2026, in Lansing. LANSING, Mich., June 18, 2026 — State Rep. …
MI GOP-Led Property Tax Bills Would Cut Taxes for the Wealthy, Defund Schools and Local Governments Last month, a MI House Republican-sponsored package of bills (HBs 5872–5879) aimed at reforming property taxes passed the House. However, my Democratic …
LANSING, Mich., June 18, 2026 — Yesterday, state Rep. Betsy Coffia (D-Traverse City) welcomed 2025-26 National Cherry Queen, Ainslee Hewitt, on the House floor and introduced House Resolution 334 to declare June 17, 2026, as Cherry Industry Day in the …
Democratic lawmakers introduce legislation to address systemic injustices Members of the MLBC and stakeholders stand together at the Reparative Justice Press Conference on Thursday, June 18, 2026, in Lansing. LANSING, Mich., June 18, 2026 — State Rep. …
I attended the Godfrey Lee Listeners Bike Rodeo and Give Away event where 15 lucky kids and parents in the neighborhood won free bikes through a raffle. It was a pleasure to attend and bring bike helmets to give away to ensure the students stay safe with …
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