Funding

The Michigan Education Association and the Michigan League for Public Policy say that the state’s increased appropriations for education this year can help school districts reduce class sizes and improve student performance.

An MSU study released earlier this month found a lack of access to child care costs the state’s economy $2.9 billion in lost productivity as parents are forced to stay home from work to care for their children.

The state Legislature funded the entire Cold Case Program last year. Its status in the next budget is uncertain.

"Invest in MI Kids," proposal would put a ballot question before voters to increase taxes on affluent residents to help state's K-12 schools.

Legislation that could lead to an overhaul of how Michigan courts are funded is on its way to Governor Gretchen Whitmer for her signature. It is supposed to move toward a system that relies less on fines and fees and instead promotes more equitable funding between courts.

A Great Lakes coalition is giving out $35,000 in grants to communities impacted by contamination from the toxic "forever chemicals" known as PFAS.

Lansing is receiving $1 million dollars in federal funding. The money will be used for much needed improvements to the city’s Michigan Avenue corridor.

A panel created by the Michigan Supreme Court is seeking public input on ways to improve access to justice.

The Michigan G.O.P. wants to repeal an amendment to the state Constitution that prevents public dollars from funding non-public education

State funding for Michigan school districts will look a little more equal next year. Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a new school budget bill Tuesday…