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Federal Law Causes $1.1 Billion Budget Crisis for Michigan State
Michigan faces a $1.1 billion shortfall due to federal cuts, risking services and funding amid political deadlock.

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Aug 12 min read


U.S. Lawmakers Meet with Mexico's President Amid Tariff Crisis
U.S. lawmakers are set to discuss tariffs and immigration with Mexico's President as the August 1 deadline approaches.

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Jul 311 min read


Gila River Indian Community Faces Leadership Crisis Amid Gang Violence
The Gila River Indian Community is reeling from Police Chief Crabtree's firing as gang-related violence spikes, leaving safety in question.

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Jul 302 min read


Michigan Library Association Advocates for Free Access to Books
The MLA urges defense against censorship while seeking state funding to support libraries.

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Jul 292 min read


Environmentalists Demand Action on Pipeline Risks at Kalamazoo Event
On the 15th anniversary of the Kalamazoo oil spill, activists urge for action against pipeline risks and environmental threats.

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Jul 283 min read


Colorado River Water Talks Stalled by State Rivalries and Fears
Rivals struggle over dwindling Colorado River resources, heightening urgency amidst water scarcity fears.

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Jul 271 min read


Lansing Budget Negotiations: Urgency Grows as Deadline Approaches
As legislators struggle to finalize the state budget, essential services face disruptions, raising concerns among residents and advocacy groups.

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Jul 251 min read


Michigan Legislators Seek to Ban Masks for Law Enforcement Officers
Michigan lawmakers propose a bill to prohibit law enforcement from wearing masks to enhance transparency and accountability in policing practices.

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Jul 241 min read


Trump's 15% Tariff Deal with Japan Aims to Boost US Economy and Jobs
The new trade agreement with Japan includes a 15% tariff, expected to generate $550 billion in investments and create numerous jobs.

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Jul 232 min read


COVID-19 Resurgence: New Variants Impacting 25+ States This Summer
Over 25 states, including Michigan, face rising COVID-19 cases due to new variants Nimbus and Stratus, prompting health warnings.

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Jul 222 min read


Tariff Threats Impact U.S. Coffee Prices and Supply Chain Stability
Proposed 50% tariffs on Brazilian coffee raise concerns for consumers and businesses.

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Jul 212 min read


Medicaid Cuts Raise Alarm Over Opioid Crisis as Elections Approach
Experts warn that Medicaid cuts may worsen the opioid crisis, affecting millions.

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Jul 202 min read


Arizona GOP Supports Major Cuts to Foreign Aid and Public Broadcasting
Arizona's Republicans endorse Trump's plan to cut billions, affecting NPR and PBS funding crucial for rural communities.

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Jul 192 min read


Planned Parenthood Clinics Brace for Closures Due to Medicaid Changes
Recent Medicaid funding rules threaten clinics' operations, impacting millions.

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Jul 182 min read


Senate Advances $9 Billion Package Slashing Public Broadcasting Support
The Senate's $9B cut could devastate NPR, PBS, and local stations.

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Jul 173 min read


Inflation Ticks Up in June as Tariffs Begin to Impact Prices
Consumer prices rose more than expected in June , as the effects of President Trump’s 2025 tariffs began to work their way through the...

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Jul 172 min read


Maricopa County Community Colleges Achieve Record Enrollment Growth
Maricopa Community Colleges see 17.6% enrollment increase for Fall 2025.

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Jul 161 min read


You Say Tomato, Trump Says Tariff
American families are already feeling the strain of rising food costs —and the trend shows no sign of slowing.  According to the...

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Jul 152 min read


Michigan's Emergency Response Faces Challenges Amid Federal Budget Cuts
Michigan State Police work with federal agencies to manage disasters efficiently, despite funding cuts impacting vital services.

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Jul 152 min read


Arizona's Budget Crisis: Challenges from New Federal Tax Changes
Arizona's state revenue may decline by $381 million due to federal tax changes.

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Jul 142 min read
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