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1 month ago | gandernewsroom.com | Kyle Kaminski

Photo Illustration/Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images Republican lawmakers say they’re trimming the fat. But Michigan moms say Medicaid cuts could put their families at risk, close hospitals, and leave thousands without care. MICHIGAN—Taylor Johnson didn’t speak at last month’s packed town hall in Warren because she wanted to be in the spotlight. She spoke out because she didn’t feel like she had a choice.

1 month ago | gandernewsroom.com | Lucas Henkel

As every aspect of reproductive health care comes under attack from President Trump and his administration, Michiganders are fighting back. During a virtual town hall on May 1 hosted by Equality Michigan, a statewide LGBTQ+ advocacy organization, Dr. Sarah Wallett, chief medical officer for Planned Parenthood of Michigan (PPMI), said that while the Trump administration’s attacks on transgender and nonbinary communities have been relentless, they have not been unexpected.

1 month ago | gandernewsroom.com | Kyle Kaminski

A veteran, a scientist, and a housing specialist are warning Michigan lawmakers about the consequences of mass terminations by the Trump administration and Elon Musk’s so-called Department of Government Efficiency. LANSING—Andrew Lennox is a proud Marine, father, and public servant.

1 month ago | gandernewsroom.com | Kyle Kaminski

A new executive directive from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer aims to connect thousands of young men across Michigan with tuition-free college and career training—helping them land better jobs and closing a growing gender gap in education. LANSING—Too many young men across Michigan are missing out on tuition-free education and training programs that could help them land good-paying jobs, according to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. So, under a new executive directive, state officials are taking action to change that.

1 month ago | gandernewsroom.com | Chaunie Brusie

Michiganders of a certain age can take advantage of the 18 best senior discounts in Detroit, from Tigers games to zoo trips and restaurants. Enjoying family time together is so important, but it can also be costly. That’s why taking advantage of any discounts you are eligible for can be helpful. Every little bit counts, right? One strategy is to look into senior citizen discounts.