January 30, 2013 | MPRN Senator Whitmer was widely seen as a likely prospect to take on Governor Snyder. She’s been one of his most frequent and vocal critics. But in an e-mail blast, and a video posted on her Facebook page, Whitmer said a hard-fought campaign would take too much time and attention away from her two young daughters.
“The commitment to mount a successful gubernatorial campaign is going to require the time and energy like none we’ve ever seen before.”
Whitmer says she remains committed to helping Democrats next year, including the party’s gubernatorial nominee. There is still plenty of time to choose one. The Democratic and Republican primaries are not until August of next year. Governor Snyder has said he intends to seek another term. ListenDownload
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Lawmaker proposes changes to Mich. fireworks law Lansing MI May 17, 2013 | AP A lawmaker has proposed changes following a slew of complaints, safety concerns and confusion about a law that made powerful fireworks legal in Michigan. Some in Michigan report feeling Canada quake May 17, 2013 | AP Some people in Michigan say they felt an earthquake that was reported hundreds of miles away just west of Ottawa, Ontario. Changes could be coming to Michigan’s fireworks law May 17, 2013 | MPRN Lawmakers in Lansing are considering some changes to the Michigan’s controversial new fireworks law. A new bill would let local governments put limits on high-powered fireworks. ListenDownload Man sentenced in drunken driving death of girl, 8 Grand Rapids MI May 17, 2013 | MLive A Grand Rapids man will spend up to 15 years in prison for the drunken driving death of an 8-year-old Detroit girl. Schuette: Michigan to get $2.3M from drug case Lansing MI May 17, 2013 | MLive Michigan is expected to receive a $2.3 million share of a $500 million settlement of claims that an India-based pharmaceutical manufacturer distributed adulterated drugs. DNR steps up salvaging of diseased Michigan trees Traverse City MI May 17, 2013 | MLive The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is stepping up salvaging of trees that are dying from infestations of the emerald ash borer and beech bark disease.
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Power bills to rise for Consumers Energy customers Lansing MI May 16, 2013 | AP The average electric customer of Consumers Energy will start paying $1.67 more per month.
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Mich. House panel puts off debate on FOIA fees cap Lansing MI May 15, 2013 | AP A Michigan House committee has put off a debate on a bill that would restrict how much government agencies can charge for Freedom of Information Act requests.
Snyder sign bills for vets driver's licenses, IDs Lansing MI May 15, 2013 | AP - Gov. Rick Snyder has signed legislation to allow Michigan veterans to get a special designation on their driver's license or state ID card. Lawyer: Man's pressure cooker for food, not bombs Detroit MI May 15, 2013 | AP An attorney for a Saudi man arrested at Detroit Metropolitan Airport after federal agents accused him of lying about why he was traveling with a pressure cooker says his client knew nothing about the device's use in Boston Marathon bombings.
Deep Blackhawks present challenge for Red Wings' D Chicago IL May 15, 2013 | AP Wings-Blackhawks open semi-final play in Chicago; Blackhawk lines promise a battle Michigan has $483M more than expected this year Lansing MI May 15, 2013 | AP Gov. Rick Snyder and lawmakers have hundreds of millions of dollars more than expected when working to finalize Michigan's next budget. Michigan reminds drivers to look out for bikes Lansing MI May 15, 2013 | AP Michigan is reminding drivers to look out for bicyclists on the road to prevent crashes this month. Bill to make Mich. fund schools' mascot changes May 15, 2013 | AP Michigan lawmakers are introducing legislation requiring a state department to reimburse schools that may have to drop their American Indian mascots.
Tuesday Crack located in leaking Palisades tank as inspection continues May 14, 2013 | WGVU One of five members of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission joined St. Joseph Congressman Fred Upton Monday for a tour of Palisades Nuclear Plant. The facility was shut down May 5th after a tank leaked diluted radioactive water into Lake Michigan. WGVU’s Caroline MacGregor reports. ListenDownload KCSD offers Child identification kits Wednesday Grand Rapids MI May 14, 2013 | WGVU With summer vacation looming, there’ll be more kids outside playing. Sadly, there’s a potential downside to the warm weather. According to the FBI, 800,000 children go missing every year. But as WGVU’s David Moore reports, one West Michigan law enforcement agency is helping people be prepared, just in case. ListenDownload Hard work, much studying for new U.S. citizens Grand Rapids MI May 14, 2013 | WGVU Naturalization ceremonies tomorrow in Grand Rapids will bring U.S. citizenship to people from several nations. It’s the last step in a long process that includes a written civics test. And as WGVU’s David Moore reports, that exam could prove challenging even for people who’ve lived here all their lives. ListenDownload Palisades watchdog group accuses Congressman of ignoring constituents May 14, 2013 | WGVU A watchdog group is accusing St.Joseph Congressman, Fred Upton, of not listening to their concerns about safety at Palisades Nuclear Plant. The plant is undergoing a series of inspections after a recent leak. WGVU’s Caroline MacGregor reports ListenDownload George W. Bush to speak at West Michigan fundraiser Grand Rapids MI May 14, 2013 | AP President George W. Bush is the featured speaker at a fundraiser this week for the West Michigan Aviation Academy.
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