Stateside: Friday, Feb. 21, 2025
February 21, 2025
Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian discusses the severe flu season and vaccines; Rachel Clark explores Michigan’s historical defiance of the Fugitive Slave Law.
Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian discusses the severe flu season and vaccines; Rachel Clark explores Michigan’s historical defiance of the Fugitive Slave Law.
Metro Detroit faces the largest water rate hike in a decade, with GLWA proposing a 7.73% increase for 2026.
Representative Joe Tate has reversed his decision to run for Mayor of Detroit, altering the political landscape.
Congressmen urge three Michigan universities to end research ties with Chinese institutions over security concerns.
Wayne County Prosecutor seeks Michigan Supreme Court reversal on ruling that struck down terroristic threats law.
The avian flu outbreak since 2022 is affecting birds and pets. Expert advice includes using PPE when handling dead birds.
Michigan Legislature passed a bill altering the sick leave law, cutting unpaid leave but keeping paid hours for large firms.
Explore the function of public meeting comment time, Isis Damil’s unique style, and MSU’s dean on the bird flu impact.
Five U-M faculty named Arthur F. Thurnau Professors for exceptional contributions to undergraduate education.
The Trump administration’s funding freeze on USAID impacts agricultural research and Michigan farmers face uncertainty.
A study in JAMA Network Open shows rising U.S. hospital bed occupancy rates, noting staff shortages as a key factor.
On Stateside: a water main break floods homes in Southwest Detroit, a church lends support, and a chat with Windsor’s Mayor.
