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Researchers Lead $3.7M Study to Shed Light on Perimenopause and Psychosis
BYLINE: Shelly DeJong MSU has a satellite uplink/LTN TV studio and Comrex line for radio interviews upon request. Note: This research is particularly relevant due to the observance of Mental Health Awareness Month in October. Why this matters:...

Michigan corn mazes come to life with GPS, drones and creative inspiration
Michigan farms work with design firms, GPS and satellite-guided tractors to create corn mazes months in advance ‘Agritainment’ like mazes and hayrides help farmers boost revenue Themed mazes featuring sports, music and pop culture draw families...

Michigan lawmakers reject money for Gretchen Whitmer’s population growth office
Michigan’s new budget does not include $10 million in growth grants Gov. Gretchen Whitmer sought, redirecting funds to roads and schools By prioritizing infrastructure and education, the budget echoes Whitmer’s task force recommendations while...

USDA funds help Michigan fight Christmas tree diseases threatening holiday crops
NORTHERN MICHIGAN, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Michigan is the nation’s third-largest producer of Christmas trees. This season, growers are working hard to keep up with holiday demand while also battling two tree diseases that could threaten their...

East Lansing residents push for stop signs despite engineering recommendations
EAST LANSING, Mich — The East Lansing Transportation Commission is recommending stop signs at two of six requested intersections, despite engineering studies indicating most don't meet official requirements, frustrating residents concerned about...

The 1 Michigan Airbnb You Need to Book for Unforgettable Dark Sky Views
Have you ever seen the core of the Milky Way with your own eyes? Not the polite handful of stars you get over a city park... I'm talking about the real thing: a sky so crowded with light that you can’t decide where to look first; the kind of night...

Detroit officials tout decrease in violent crimes since last year
City leaders are celebrating what they call a major victory in the fight against crime in Detroit. Mayor Mike Duggan said major crimes in the city are down compared to this time last year. Duggan, joined by law enforcement officials from the...

Five bills to watch in the Michigan state legislature: September 2025
Each month, The Michigan Daily publishes a compilation of bills in the Michigan legislature for students at the University of Michigan to know about. The following article explains five bills that have been introduced, passed or signed into law by...

New MAHA research initiative unites Republican admin with peculiar bed fellows
Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel describes the Trump administration's mission against ultra processed foods and his new book 'The Miracles Among Us' on 'America Reports.' NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Make America...

Michigan vs USC Predictions - Early Picks & Odds for Week 7
Photo By - Imagn Images. Michigan Wolverines running back Justice Haynes (22) with the ball. The No. 15 Michigan Wolverines head west for a Week 7 meeting with the USC Trojans in a battle between two teams sitting at 4-1. The trip west for a 7:30...

New Research Finds Human Sound Focusability Originates Beyond Auditory Nerve and Brainstem
In a groundbreaking study published recently in PLOS Biology, researchers from the University of Michigan’s Kresge Hearing Research Institute and the University of Rochester have shed new light on the complex neural mechanisms underpinning our...

Michigan legislature finalizes budget with implications for small business programs
Brian Calley President and Chief Executive Officer at Small Business Association of Michigan | Official websiteBrian Calley President and Chief Executive Officer at Small Business Association of Michigan | Official website The Michigan Legislature...

Michigan’s hospital executives are earning more as health systems consolidate
As Michigan’s hospital systems have rapidly grown into some of the state’s largest employers through consolidation, so too has the compensation of their executives. Corewell Health — which was formed in February 2022 through the merger of Spectrum...

Michigan Farm Bureau: final state budget preserves key ag programs, avoids deep cuts
News Michigan Farm Bureau: final state budget preserves key ag programs, avoids deep cuts October 6, 2025 By Nicole Heslip Filed Under: Michigan, News A Michigan Farm Bureau lobbyist says the new state budget maintains support for the state’s...

Ottawa Democratic firebrand Chris Kleinjans announces bid for Michigan’s 31st Senate seat
Ottawa County resident Chris Kleinjans recently announced his candidacy for Michigan's 31st Senate seat. [ONN photo/Cathy Seaver] This story was originally published by The Ottawa News Network. OTTAWA COUNTY — Chris Kleinjans still has the servant...

Michigan’s pothole predicament: waging war against the weather
By Clara Lincolnhol, Capital News Service LANSING — Michigan is anecdotally famous, or some might say infamous, for the poor quality of its roads. Famous enough to warrant Michigan Pot Hole ice cream from a Ludington company. And serious enough to...

Michigan cash aid program for moms and babies gets ‘massive investment’ in state budget
Rx Kids, a cash aid program for moms and babies, received a $270 million allocation in the recently passed state budget, said Rx Kids director Dr. Mona Hanna. The additional funding will allow Rx Kids to expand to more low-income communities and...

Two Months Ahead of December, Michigan’s Official Christmas Tree Has Been Chosen
We're six days into October, but much like Meijer, which already has five aisles dedicated to Christmas decorations, many people are already planning for the "most wonderful time of the year." I think "Spooky Season" still deserves its moment to...

Michigan cash aid program for moms and babies gets $270 million in new budget
Rx Kids, a cash aid program for moms and babies, received a $270 million allocation in the recently passed state budget, said Rx Kids director Dr. Mona Hanna. The additional funding will allow Rx Kids to expand to more low-income communities and...

Jason Joseph | Notable Leaders in Health Care Technology 2025
Chief Digital and Information Officer Corewell Health Scope of work: Joseph leads more than 1,900 staff delivering digital solutions at Corewell Health, overseeing cybersecurity, analytics, clinical technology and digital platforms. His leadership...