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Michigan Senate votes to repeal 2012 law restricting unions

The Michigan Senate has approved legislation to repeal the state's “right-to-work” law, further advancing one of Democrats' top legislative goals since taking control of the state government this year

The Independent UK

Michigan man arrested on firearms charges after allegedly threatening Biden, Whitmer

Randall Robert Berka II has been charged with possessing a firearm as a prohibited person, but not with making the threats. He hasn't yet entered a plea.

WEKU

Whitmer, LGBTQ+ community targeted with death threats in new extremism case

DETROIT — FBI agents have uncovered new threats to kill Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, along with other Democratic politicians, law enforcement officers and those in the LGBTQ+ community, according to a criminal case unsealed Friday that marks the latest crackdown on violent antigovernment extremism in Michigan.

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Michigan man faces gun charge after FBI says he made threats

A mentally ill Michigan man accused of making death threats against Democrats and people who are LGBTQ has been charged with illegally possessing guns

The Independent UK

Michigan Senate votes to repeal abortion ban dating back to 1840s

LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Senate voted along party lines Wednesday to repeal state law's broad abortion ban that dates back to the 1840s, placing the change one step closer to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's signature.

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Chicago police can’t dismiss seriousness of officers’ ties to right-wing extremist groups

It shouldn’t take the city’s inspector general’s goading for the Chicago Police Department to acknowledge the glaring red flags that were unfurled as soon as a picture of Officer Kyle Mingari wearing a Three Percenters face mask emerged .

Chicago Sun-Times

CPD reopens probe of cop who wore extremist symbol of Three Percenters during racial justice protest

This marks at least the third time Chicago’s inspector general has pressed the police department to take a closer look at an officer’s far-right links.

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The top fundraisers among Michigan statewide elected offices

Campaign finance requirements govern how much money candidates may receive from individuals and organizations, how often they must report those contributions, and how much individuals, organizations, and political entities may contribute to campaigns.

Ballotpedia

A Trump-Biden Rematch Looking Probable For The Incumbent President As 2024 Heats Up For The Race

As Trump entered the race in November, new candidates emerge as including expected candidates making their announcement for 2024.

Zenger

After Michigan storm, customers wait - and wait - for power

Frustration and anger are mounting among some Michigan utility customers who are still waiting for power to be restored after a massive ice storm this week damaged electricity lines

The Independent UK

Poll: Biden's standing improves, while Trump slumps with Republican voters

President Biden's approval rating has ticked up, and Democrats are growing more confident in him. Trump, meanwhile, is seeing his lowest scores with Republicans in seven years.

WEKU

'Her impact is undeniable': Hundreds gather to say final goodbye to slain Michigan State student Arielle Anderson

DETROIT — Arielle Anderson was destined for greatness, several speakers including Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said Tuesday at the funeral for the 19-year-old student killed during the mass shooting at Michigan State University last week.

Tribune News Service

'Forever a Spartan': Funeral held for Michigan State victim

Mourners filled a Detroit church for the last funeral for three students who were killed in a shooting last week at Michigan State University

The Independent UK

Students, faculty return to Michigan State University, a week after mass shooting

Classes resume on the Michigan State campus, where three were killed and five hurt, but some students skipped classes to attend a gun protest at the state capitol.

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The Conversation

If Biden doesn't run in 2024, here are the main rivals for the Democratic nomination

Joe Biden has made it clear he intends to stand for re-election in 2024. But despite his state of the union address reflecting a fighting spirit that many interpreted as another indication for a 2024 bid, Biden’s intention may not necessarily hold up.

WEKU

Democrats control Michigan for the first time in 40 years. They want gun control

Having been blocked by Republican legislatures on regulation in the past, Michigan Democrats are forging ahead on tighter gun restrictions after the shooting at Michigan State.

Tribune News Service

Kaitlyn Buss: Stop grandstanding and enforce the law

Politicians who quickly rose to call for action on guns following the deadly shootings this week at Michigan State University should spare us the grandstanding and shift their focus to pressuring police and prosecutors to enforce the laws already on the books, enforcement that might have prevented this tragedy.

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Thousands gather on Michigan State's campus to mourn fallen Spartans

EAST LANSING, Mich. — They came to pray and to support each other through the grief that follows violence. Thousands of mourners crowded outside the Michigan State University Auditorium on Wednesday night to honor the victims of Monday's mass campus shooting.

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The Guardian - US

Republicans blocked gun reform laws a year before Michigan State shooting

Democrats attempted to advance bills requiring secure storage of firearms and expanding background checks for gun buyers

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: the hacking and disinformation team meddling in elections

Tal Hanan, the mastermind of the ‘Team Jorge’ unit, claims covert involvement in 33 presidential elections. Plus, the truth about caffeine

The Independent UK

Anthony McRae: What we know about alleged Michigan State University shooter

Suspect was alive and contacted by police before dying by suicide, say police officials

Chicago Sun-Times

Police seek motive of gunman who killed 3, wounded 5 at Michigan State University

Anthony McCrae, 43, who opened fire inside a university building, had no connection to the campus. ‘We have absolutely no idea what the motive was,’ an official said.

Los Angeles Times

3 dead victims identified in Michigan State shooting that also wounded 5

As authorities search for a motive in the shooting at Michigan State University by a gunman who had no known connection to the school and who later killed himself, university police on Tuesday identified the three students killed.

Tribune News Service

Biden on MSU shooting: 'It's a family's worst nightmare'

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said Tuesday he and the first lady are praying for the three killed students and five others "fighting for their lives" after Monday night's mass shooting on the campus of Michigan State University.

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Michigan Senate will be 'taking action soon' on gun legislation after MSU shooting, majority leader says

LANSING, Mich. — Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks said the Michigan Senate will be "taking action soon" on gun control measures that include, at a minimum, safe storage laws, tougher universal background checks and red flag laws.

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