Michigan latest news

Here are some of the latest news stories from Michigan:

Politics

• Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced a plan to increase funding for public education in the state, with a focus on addressing the achievement gap and improving teacher pay. (Source: Detroit Free Press)
• A new poll shows that Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is leading in Michigan, with 49% of likely voters supporting him, followed by President Donald Trump with 44%. (Source: Detroit News)

Economy

• The Michigan economy is expected to grow at a slower pace in 2023, according to a new forecast from the University of Michigan's Research Seminar in Quantitative Economics. (Source: Crain's Detroit Business)
• A new report from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation highlights the state's growing tech industry, with companies like Google and Amazon investing in the state. (Source: MLive)

Crime

• A man has been arrested in connection with a series of armed robberies in Detroit, including a robbery at a convenience store that left a clerk injured. (Source: Detroit News)
• A new initiative aimed at reducing crime in Detroit's 7th Precinct has been launched, with a focus on community policing and addressing underlying social issues. (Source: Detroit Free Press)

Health

• The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has reported a surge in cases of COVID-19 in the state, with 1,444 new cases reported in the past 24 hours. (Source: MLive)
• A new study from the University of Michigan has found that Michigan's Medicaid expansion has led to improved health outcomes for low-income residents, including a reduction in hospitalizations and emergency department visits. (Source: Crain's Detroit Business)

Sports

• The Detroit Lions have signed quarterback Jared Goff to a three-year contract extension, worth up to $65 million. (Source: ESPN)
• The Michigan Wolverines men's basketball team has been ranked No. 1 in the country for the first time in program history, according to the Associated Press poll. (Source: Detroit News)

Weather

• A winter storm warning has been issued for parts of western Michigan, with up to 6 inches of snow expected to fall in some areas. (Source: National Weather Service)
• The Michigan Department of Transportation has announced that it will be conducting road maintenance and repairs over the next few weeks, with some lanes closed on major highways. (Source: MLive)