Michigan House Advances 2027 Budget with Boosts for Roads, Schools
Lawmakers in the Michigan House of Representatives have approved a proposed budget for the 2027 fiscal year, sending the spending plan to the state Senate for further consideration.
During a news conference, House Speaker Matt Hall highlighted several key investments included in the proposal. The plan allocates $100 million for road improvements, increases local revenue sharing by $65 million, and adds $10 million to the public safety trust fund.
Education funding also sees a boost, with a $250 per-pupil increase, bringing total funding to $10,300 per student.
Lansing Police Investigate Overnight Gunfire
Police in Lansing are investigating reports of shots fired near Hillsdale and Chestnut Streets late Wednesday night. Officers responded around 9 p.m. after receiving multiple complaints from residents.
Authorities say no injuries were reported and no arrests have been made as the investigation continues.
Vigil Honors Crime Victims
About 100 people gathered in Lansing for a candlelight vigil honoring victims of crime. The event, held at the Library of Michigan, was part of National Crime Victims Rights Week.
GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Clash in Lawsuit
Republican gubernatorial candidate Perry Johnson has filed a lawsuit against rival John James, alleging violations of Michigan’s false incumbency laws.
The complaint, filed in Ingham County Circuit Court, claims James’ campaign improperly used the phrase “John James governor” in advertisements, potentially misleading voters into thinking he already holds the office.
A spokesperson for James dismissed the lawsuit as a political tactic, pointing to Johnson’s own past campaign messaging.
University of Michigan Regent Under Investigation
An investigation has been launched into Jordan Acker, a member of the University of Michigan Board of Regents, following allegations he sent inappropriate text messages about a female student.
The University of Michigan has hired a New York-based law firm to conduct an independent review. Acker has not publicly commented on the allegations.
Supreme Court Backs Michigan in Line 5 Case
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Michigan in an ongoing legal dispute over the Line 5 pipeline.
The decision supports efforts by Attorney General Dana Nessel to keep the case in state court as she seeks to shut down the aging pipeline beneath the Mackinac Straits. The court determined that Enbridge waited too long to move the case to federal court.
Measles Case Confirmed in Ottawa County
Health officials have confirmed a new case of measles in Ottawa County—the first reported in the county in 35 years. Officials are working to identify potential exposure sites and contain the spread.
Metro Detroit Native Continues ‘Jeopardy!’ Winning Streak
Jamie Ding, a Metro Detroit native, has extended an impressive run on the game show Jeopardy!, securing a 29th consecutive win.
Ding earned another $19,000 in the latest episode, bringing the total winnings to more than $793,600.
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