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The Broader Impact of Sexual Harassment Allegations at State Capitol Jan 24, 2020

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Cheyna Roth and Jake Neher talk about how the situation fits into a long -- but quiet -- history of toxic masculinity at the state Capitol. And Roth speaks with MLive's Emily Lawler, a longtime Capitol correspondent, about whether this is Lansing's "reckoning" with #MeToo.

Michigan State Police Faces Criticism Over Breathalyzer Probe Jan 17, 2020

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Jake Neher and Cheyna Roth talk about how this problem dredges up old debates over law enforcement and forensics.

You will soon be able to Carry Your Cell Phone Into All State Courtrooms. That's a Big Deal. Jan 10, 2020

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Jake Neher and Cheyna Roth talk about why the rule change is important for all Michiganders -- not just lawyers and reporters.

Are Michigan Cities Ready for A Possible Recession in 2020? Jan 03, 2020

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Cheyna Roth and Jake Neher discuss the ways local governments are preparing for a possible economic downturn and the structural challenges they face. Lansing Mayor Andy Schor weighs in on how his community is bracing itself for a recession.

The Art of the Floor Speech Dec 27, 2019

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How Hot Tub Time Machine, A Tale of Two Kitties, and B-Dubs influenced lawmaking in Michigan.

Michigan's Record-Breaking Lame Duck Session Has Ripple Effects A Year Later Dec 18, 2019

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The state is still grappling with the implementation of many of the 300-plus laws that flew through the lame duck Legislature in 2018.

Pro-Gambling Bills Are Becoming More of a Sure Bet at State Capitol Dec 16, 2019

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Jake Neher and Cheyna Roth talk about bills headed to Gov. Whitmer's desk that would legalize some online gambling and sports betting in Michigan, and other gambling bills that could follow.

Possible State Budget Breakthrough Offers Hope of Ending Year on Bipartisan Note Dec 09, 2019

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Lawmakers and Governor Gretchen Whitmer are taking steps to restore funding the governor vetoed in the new state budget. Cheyna Roth and Jake Neher talk about the progress in Lansing.

Can the Governor Remove Elected State Officials? Whitmer Eyes Wayne State Board Members Nov 25, 2019

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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says she might try to remove members of Wayne State University’s Board of Governors. Crain's Detroit Business Senior Editor Chad Livengood talks about the situation and explains the governor's power to remove elected officials.

Critical Funding Hangs In Balance as Lawmakers Go Hunting Nov 15, 2019

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Members of the state Legislature are on their two-week break for the opening of deer rifle season and Thanksgiving. Meanwhile, many programs and government services are about to run out of money they depend on.

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