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House Speaker Matt Hall threatens budget stall over impasse with Senate Dems bit.ly/4xJ0EWX

House Speaker Matt Hall threatens budget stall over impasse with Senate Dems - Bridge Michigan

With less than three weeks until Michigan schools have to finalize their own spending plans, GOP legislative leaders downplayed the prospect of getting a state budget done in time.

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More people are using AI for medical advice. Here’s what to know bit.ly/3S7pO0T

More people are using AI for medical advice. Here’s what to know - Bridge Michigan

While artificial intelligence can offer advice on health concerns, doctors say there’s no replacement for physician visits.

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Attracting Michigan preschool teachers with free housing, other innovations bit.ly/4ve0t4e

Attracting Michigan preschool teachers with free housing, other innovations - Bridge Michigan

A shortage of early childhood educators and the lack of child care options in some areas have inspired innovative solutions in Michigan. They include a free housing program in Battle Creek and...

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Opinion | Michigan lawmakers must prioritize a family-centered policy agenda bit.ly/4fIKXsc

Opinion | Michigan lawmakers must prioritize a family-centered policy agenda - Bridge Michigan

As state leaders debate the budget and grapple with how to maximize program impact, they cannot lose sight of how their policy decisions impact families.

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Bridge Michigan News Quiz, June 12:  Hooray for everyone bit.ly/4fDavqz

Bridge Michigan News Quiz, June 12:  Hooray for everyone - Bridge Michigan

Have you paid attention to the news? Prove it by answering 10 questions about the week in news in Michigan.

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Michigan researchers, boaters count on NOAA data. Trump wants to cut $1.3B bit.ly/4aL0RyF

Michigan researchers, boaters count on NOAA data. Trump wants to cut $1.3B - Bridge Michigan

Trump’s proposed $1.3 billion cut would zero out programs that support weather observations, water quality, maritime safety and recreation on the Great Lakes.

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Opinion | Ending homelessness requires investing in what works bit.ly/4uBhe8n

Opinion | Ending homelessness requires investing in what works - Bridge Michigan

Michigan has the tools and expertise to address homelessness. What it needs now is sustained investment.

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Michigan playing catch-up on drone race, but manufacturing past should help bit.ly/4vAS628

Michigan playing catch-up on drone race, but manufacturing past should help - Bridge Michigan

Michigan is spending more than $42 million on drone development as the market for unmanned aerial systems grows nationwide.

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Bridge Listens Issues Watch continues with virtual discussion on economy bit.ly/4ejnpHQ

Bridge Listens Issues Watch continues with virtual discussion on economy - Bridge Michigan

Join Bridge reporters on June 24 as they discuss the issues surrounding the economy, affordability and statewide economic development.

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Chris Swanson brings ‘boundless energy’ to Michigan governor run. He may need more bit.ly/4v3Fv7L

Chris Swanson brings 'boundless energy' to Michigan governor run. He may need more - Bridge Michigan

Chris Swanson is winning over crowds in his bid for Michigan governor. His problem? Most voters still don't know who he is.

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Michigan Blue Cross to limit mental health benefit. Will thousands lose care? bit.ly/443HrBq

Michigan Blue Cross to limit mental health benefit. Will thousands lose care? - Bridge Michigan

Beginning March 1, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan will no longer pay for counseling services provided in a private office by limited license providers.

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Gordie Howe bridge opening delayed over ‘outstanding issues’ bit.ly/4fF0yJ8

Gordie Howe bridge opening delayed over 'outstanding issues' - Bridge Michigan

The opening of a Canadian-U.S. bridge across the Detroit River that President Donald Trump previously threatened to block has been delayed due to “outstanding issues.”

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Should Michigan governor appoint university boards? It could backfire, some say bit.ly/4olOPkT

Should Michigan governor appoint university boards? It could backfire, some say - Bridge Michigan

Another debate has heated up over changing the election of board members to U-M, MSU and Wayne State to governor-appointed. But experts say that is not what matters most.

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Judge: Michigan should reject Consumers’ ‘highly problematic’ dam sale bit.ly/4vGd0gC

Judge: Michigan should reject Consumers’ ‘highly problematic’ dam sale - Bridge Michigan

After reviewing thousands of pages of legal filings tied to the sale, Judge James Varchetti concluded that the deal is not in the public interest. His conclusion is meant to advise the Michigan...

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Michigan lawmakers advance bills to mandate literacy training for teachers bit.ly/4fxI0ul

Michigan lawmakers advance bills to mandate literacy training for teachers - Bridge Michigan

One bill calls for people seeking a teaching certificate in Michigan to take a preparation program that includes the ‘science of reading.’

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Feds: 8 Pro-Palestinian activists conspired to intimidate U-M officials bit.ly/3QbDBD6

Feds: 8 Pro-Palestinian activists conspired to intimidate U-M officials - Bridge Michigan

Federal prosecutors have unsealed an indictment against eight pro-Palestinian activists who are accused of conspiring to run a criminal intimidation campaign against University of Michigan officials...

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Michigan hopes to turn apprenticeships into degrees with new program bit.ly/4eerMUF

Michigan hopes to turn apprenticeships into degrees with new program - Bridge Michigan

The number of community colleges and tribal schools that are offering college credit for job-related apprenticeships is growing.

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Opinion | Health system growth and high-value care can go hand in hand bit.ly/4gcPMKl

Opinion | Health system growth and high-value care can go hand in hand - Bridge Michigan

Expansion and value do not have to be mutually exclusive. Health care organizations should not have to choose between growth and quality, or between operational sustainability and patient-centered...

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“Now, as students break for the summer and we’re halfway through that last year, @BridgeMichigan is taking a look at what progress Whitmer has made on literacy since December and what remains to be done…” Story by @isalohgo bridgemi.com/talent-educatio…

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has vowed to boost literacy in Michigan. Here's where we stand

As Michigan struggles with reading on national rankings, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says the state must focus on literacy. What to know.

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Abdul El-Sayed calls for public ownership of AI, citing risk of ‘human demise’ bit.ly/440w3WU

Abdul El-Sayed calls for public ownership of AI, citing risk of 'human demise' - Bridge Michigan

Potential AI regulation has emerged as a flashpoint in Michigan's Democratic US Senate primary, where Abdul El-Sayed is calling for a public ownership stake in tech firms as rivals propose guardrails.

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