There really is no such thing as a state economy. Sure, we commonly compare states using statewide unemployment rates, household incomes, poverty rates, educational attainment and other socioeconomic data. But states are…
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Congress aims to boost enforcement at the border – with Canada
WASHINGTON – While much of U.S. border security talk focuses on the southwest corner of the country, the U.S. Senate passed a bipartisan bill in June aimed at a different target — …
U.S. Department of Agriculture to fund $300 million in grants to boost exports
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Tuesday $300 million in funding for more than 60 groups seeking to diversify American agricultural exports. “USDA is pleased to be able to provide…
Research into recycling critical minerals gets a boost in Michigan
This coverage is made possible through a partnership between IPR and Grist, a nonprofit environmental media organization. Michigan plans to spend millions of dollars researching how to better recycle minerals found in…
U.S. House panel debates boost for WIC in Agriculture funding bill
WASHINGTON — A U.S. House appropriations panel reviewed the Biden administration’s request to increase the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s budget for fiscal 2025 Thursday, with Republicans asking pointed questions about a proposal…
Rick Haglund: Free community college could be a game-changer if colleges can boost graduation rates
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has proposed making community college free to high school graduates, a major policy initiative she says will boost incomes, give students a more affordable path to obtaining bachelor’s degrees…
Lawmakers seek to boost Michigan film production by reviving tax credits
“Whip It.” “8 Mile.” “Only Lovers Left Alive.” While each of these movies is very different, Michiganders may feel a sense of familiarity while watching these films. That’s because each of these…