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State House Republicans Want To Cut Michigan's Business Tax
Lansing, MI
(2010-02-09)
Some Republican state lawmakers want the Legislature to reduce the Michigan Business Tax as soon as possible to create new jobs, insisting the business tax is the biggest road block in job creation in Michigan.
Lansing, MI
(2010-02-09)
Some Republican state lawmakers want the Legislature to reduce the Michigan Business Tax as soon as possible to create new jobs, insisting the business tax is the biggest road block in job creation in Michigan.
Panel Wants Local Zoning to Manage Michigan's Wind Power
Lansing, MI
(2010-02-09)
The Michigan Wind Energy Resource Board says local zoning commissions are in a better position than the state to know what will work in their communities
Lansing, MI
(2010-02-09)
The Michigan Wind Energy Resource Board says local zoning commissions are in a better position than the state to know what will work in their communities
President Wants Congress To Pass Jobs Package (Ready or Not)
Washington, D.C.
(2010-02-09)
President Barack Obama says he doesn't think it's necessary to get an ideal jobs package out of Congress, but that passing something quickly could build momentum toward greater achievements.
Washington, D.C.
(2010-02-09)
President Barack Obama says he doesn't think it's necessary to get an ideal jobs package out of Congress, but that passing something quickly could build momentum toward greater achievements.
Canadian Government Interested in Buying Detroit's Ambassador Bridge
Ann Arbor, MI
(2010-02-09)
Neither the Canadian government nor the owner of the Ambassador Bridge are commenting on a report in the Windsor Star, that the two sides are discussing the possible sale of the 80 year old bridge.
Ann Arbor, MI
(2010-02-09)
Neither the Canadian government nor the owner of the Ambassador Bridge are commenting on a report in the Windsor Star, that the two sides are discussing the possible sale of the 80 year old bridge.
Toyota Recalls 437,000 Prius and Other Hybrids
Tokyo
(2010-02-09)
Toyota says it is recalling about 437,000 Prius and other hybrid vehicles worldwide to fix brake problems the latest in a string of embarrassing safety problems at the world's largest automaker.
Tokyo
(2010-02-09)
Toyota says it is recalling about 437,000 Prius and other hybrid vehicles worldwide to fix brake problems the latest in a string of embarrassing safety problems at the world's largest automaker.
Asian Carp Summit Falls Short
Ann Arbor, MI
(2010-02-08)
A summit in Washington D.C. today failed to settle a dispute between Great Lakes states and the Obama Administration on how to stop Asian Carp from getting into Lake Michigan.
Ann Arbor, MI
(2010-02-08)
A summit in Washington D.C. today failed to settle a dispute between Great Lakes states and the Obama Administration on how to stop Asian Carp from getting into Lake Michigan.
MPSC Approves Wind Energy Grants
Lansing, MI
(2010-02-08)
The Michigan Public Service Commission has approved two grants totaling about $1.7 million for studying the development of offshore wind technologies in the state.
Lansing, MI
(2010-02-08)
The Michigan Public Service Commission has approved two grants totaling about $1.7 million for studying the development of offshore wind technologies in the state.
How Affordable Are New Cars?
Ann Arbor, MI
(2010-02-08)
A top economist says buying a new car will not get more affordable during the next few years.
Ann Arbor, MI
(2010-02-08)
A top economist says buying a new car will not get more affordable during the next few years.
Magazine Circulation Slipping
New York
(2010-02-08)
Circulation for U.S. magazines slipped more than 2 percent in the second half of 2009. A new report also finds that single-copy sales, which are more lucrative for publishers, dropped more than 9 percent.
New York
(2010-02-08)
Circulation for U.S. magazines slipped more than 2 percent in the second half of 2009. A new report also finds that single-copy sales, which are more lucrative for publishers, dropped more than 9 percent.
Obama, GOP Spar Over Job Creation
Washington, DC
(2010-02-06)
Republicans are sparring with President Barack Obama over proposals to create jobs in dueling radio addresses today.
Washington, DC
(2010-02-06)
Republicans are sparring with President Barack Obama over proposals to create jobs in dueling radio addresses today.
Toyota Underfire At Home
Tokyo
(2010-02-06)
Japanese media is sharply critical today of Toyota's president. They're saying he offered a delayed and unconvincing explanation for the massive car recall that has tarnished the world's biggest automaker.
Tokyo
(2010-02-06)
Japanese media is sharply critical today of Toyota's president. They're saying he offered a delayed and unconvincing explanation for the massive car recall that has tarnished the world's biggest automaker.
Tourism Industry Urges More Spending on State Advertising
Ann Arbor, MI
(2010-02-06)
The Michigan tourism industry is urging lawmakers to increase the amount of money the government plans to spend on promoting the state to visitors.
Ann Arbor, MI
(2010-02-06)
The Michigan tourism industry is urging lawmakers to increase the amount of money the government plans to spend on promoting the state to visitors.
Passenger Traffic Declines at Detroit Metro Airport
Ann Arbor, MI
(2010-02-05)
Passenger traffic at Detroit Metropolitan Airport fell almost 11 percent in 2009 from the year before.
Ann Arbor, MI
(2010-02-05)
Passenger traffic at Detroit Metropolitan Airport fell almost 11 percent in 2009 from the year before.
MSU Will Keep Old Spartan Logo
East Lansing, MI
(2010-02-05)
A redesign of the Spartan helmet emblem used on Michigan State uniforms had been contemplated as part of an overall branding update the university plans to roll out in April. But the revised logo sparked an Internet protest among the university's fans who liked the current version better.
East Lansing, MI
(2010-02-05)
A redesign of the Spartan helmet emblem used on Michigan State uniforms had been contemplated as part of an overall branding update the university plans to roll out in April. But the revised logo sparked an Internet protest among the university's fans who liked the current version better.
Unemployment Rate Drops (Jobless Numbers Might Be Higher)
Washington, DC
(2010-02-05)
The unemployment rate dropped unexpectedly in January to 9.7 percent from 10 percent while employers shed 20,000 jobs.
Washington, DC
(2010-02-05)
The unemployment rate dropped unexpectedly in January to 9.7 percent from 10 percent while employers shed 20,000 jobs.
Toyoda: I Apologize For Toyota's Problems
Tokyo
(2010-02-05)
Toyota president Akio Toyoda apologized for the automaker's global recalls and promised to beef up quality control by setting up a special committee he would head himself.
Tokyo
(2010-02-05)
Toyota president Akio Toyoda apologized for the automaker's global recalls and promised to beef up quality control by setting up a special committee he would head himself.
They Know How To Keep A Secret
Grand Rapids, MI
(2010-02-04)
Officials today announced the opening of Hangar42, soon to be the world's largest movie soundstage. The project has been in the works for almost a year, but developers didn't want to announce it until it was nearly done.
Grand Rapids, MI
(2010-02-04)
Officials today announced the opening of Hangar42, soon to be the world's largest movie soundstage. The project has been in the works for almost a year, but developers didn't want to announce it until it was nearly done.
Ford Says It Will Fix Milan & Fusion Brake Problems
Detroit, MI
(2010-02-04)
Ford Motor Co. says it will fix 17,600 Mercury Milan and Ford Fusion gas-electric hybrids that can give drivers the impression the brakes have failed.
Detroit, MI
(2010-02-04)
Ford Motor Co. says it will fix 17,600 Mercury Milan and Ford Fusion gas-electric hybrids that can give drivers the impression the brakes have failed.
Prius Brakes Toyota's Latest Problem
Tokyo, Japan
(2010-02-04)
Toyota says there were design problems with the antilock brake system in the new Prius, which went on sale last year.
Tokyo, Japan
(2010-02-04)
Toyota says there were design problems with the antilock brake system in the new Prius, which went on sale last year.
Singing for Your Supper Art Supplies
Ann Arbor, MI
(2010-02-04)
A community theater in Ann Arbor puts on a musical every year to raise money for arts programs at the local public schools.
Ann Arbor, MI
(2010-02-04)
A community theater in Ann Arbor puts on a musical every year to raise money for arts programs at the local public schools.
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