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West Side Stories: Social Engagement And The "1st Annual Downtown Turkey Throwdown"

Grand Rapids, MI (2009-11-24) Are Grand Rapidians really more socially engaged than people in other cities? Maybe. And the "1st Annual Downtown Turkey Throwdown is one example why.

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Ambassador Bridge Company Sues MDOT

Warren, MI (2009-11-24) The Detroit International Bridge Company says MDOT is slowing traffic at the US-Canada border by blocking ramps.

DPS, Detroit Federation of Teachers Close To New Contract

Detroit, MI (2009-11-24) The two sides have agreed to a broad framework that includes performance-based bonuses for teachers.

You Can Now Babysit Without A License

Lansing, MI (2009-11-24) Governor Granholm has signed a law clarifying that babysitters and people watching children for friends or neighbors don't have to get state daycare licenses.

Massive 'Table and Chairs' Sculpture In Grand Rapids To Move

Grand Rapids, MI (2009-11-24) It's become a landmark for some, and an eyesore for others in town. But next spring the 30-foot-tall table and chairs sculpture in downtown Grand Rapids will find a new home.

Lawmakers continue talk of tax reform

Lansing, MI (2009-11-24) Some state lawmakers are still talking about tax reforms while the Legislature takes a break for deer hunting and Thanksgiving.

Lansing City Employees to see Furlough Days

Lansing, MI (2009-11-24) Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero has issued an executive order that will use employee furlough days to help fill a three million dollar mid-year budget gap.

Koenigsegg Backs Out of Plan to Buy Saab From GM

Detroit, MI (2009-11-24) General Motors says a Swedish specialty car maker no longer wants to buy GM's Saab brand.

Jeff Daniels: Michigan Actor and Musician

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-11-24) Michigan Radio's Morning Edition host Christina Shockley speaks with actor and musician Jeff Daniels.

Hoping for a 'Green' Holiday

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-11-24) The day after Thanksgiving is usually seen as the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season. And Michigan retailers are optimistic this will be a 'green' Christmas.

Judge Rules Silverdome Sale Can Go Forward

Pontiac, MI (2009-11-23) An investment firm charged racial discrimination prevented it from buying the Silverdome in a deal struck last year.

No Child Left Behind Helps Math Scores But Not Reading Ann Arbor, MI (2009-11-23) University of Michigan researchers say they conducted a scientifically rigorous study that finds "mixed results" for No Child Left Behind.

Early Thanksgiving Meal In Downtown Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MI (2009-11-23) More than 70 people showed up for the "1st Annual Downtown Turkey Throwdown" in Grand Rapids.

Meijer Will Seek Reversal of Court Ruling Lansing, MI (2009-11-23) The retail chain Meijer will try to reverse a court ruling that clears the way for a criminal investigation into possible election law violations by the company.

Lawmakers Scrap Physician Sex Offender Issue

Lansing, MI (2009-11-23) A state House panel is expected to scrap legislation designed to prevent medical providers from ever practicing again if they are convicted of certain sex crimes.

DPS Handles Fallout from '94 Bond, Starts Work with New Bond

DETROIT, MI (2009-11-23) Attorneys for Detroit Public Schools are expected to ask a judge for a court order today to force witnesses to testify about questionable real estate transactions. Meanwhile, the district is readying for work under a new construction bond.

A Modern Pilgrim Feast: Facebook, Twitter and Turkey

Grand Rapids, MI (2009-11-23) Organizers say they're not quite sure how many people to expect for the "Turkey Throwdown" this afternoon in Grand Rapids. But the event has gotten plenty of buzz online.

Autism's Growing Reach

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-11-23) Two government-funded studies reveal about one in a hundred children suffer from the neurological disorder known as autism. Families, schools and medical professionals across Michigan are feeling the increase.

Decision Day for the Pontiac Silverdome

Ann Arbor, MI (2009-11-23) An Oakland County judge may decide today the fate of the planned sale of the Pontiac Silverdome.

Health Care Democrats

Washington (2009-11-22) Democrats say Health care bill saves money and jobs, Republicans disagree

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