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Friday, June 14, 2013  A bill aimed at dissolving financially struggling districts like Buena Vista has passed the Michigan House of Representatives and is now headed to the state Senate.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  A preliminary financial report of the Buena Vista school district says the district has been operating in the red for years. Now, district officials look to charter as a last ditch effort.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder has signed a nearly $49 billion state budget that sets aside more money to fix deteriorating roads and provides preschool to low-income children.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  Michigan lawmakers want to expand the collection of DNA to include those arrested on suspicion of a felony.

Thursday, June 06, 2013  State officials are looking for a spruce or fir tree that's at least 65 feet tall.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  Michigan Muslim Capitol Day is set for Tuesday.

Thursday, May 23, 2013  Army Staff Sgt. Travis Mills spoke before the legislature and the families of fallen Michigan soldiers during a Memorial Day Members of the Michgian State Senate convened Thursday to honor Michigan service members through legislation and a special ceremony.

Thursday, May 23, 2013  Currently, there are 276 charter schools in Michigan.

Wednesday, May 22, 2013  The Board of State Canvassers agreed on Wednesday that the petition form started by a group called No Taxes for Abortion Insurance complies with state law.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  The bill would prohibit a public body from charging more than 10 cents a page for a copy of a public record under the act.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  The former congressman has not officially said if he will run for governor.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  The Lansing Police Department says they had Michael Lawrence, wanted for two murders in the last 7 months, in custody back in February.

Monday, April 29, 2013  Have less then an ounce of marijuana would become a civil infraction rather than a misdemeanor.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  Parents would have to ensure that their children are going to school to receive welfare benefits.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  Saginaw police confirm they have recovered the car that belonged to 23-year-old homicide victim, Angelica Olivarez, but they are still looking for her boyfriend. Police say the 2002 Dodge Neon was found in Lansing, and 24-year-old Michael Lawrence was also seen in the area.