Michigan sees over 17 thousand new unemployment claims
More than 17 000 Michigan residents filed for unemployment benefits in the week ending December 19, a decline from 19 465 the prior week. National claims fell to 803 000. PUA and PEUC extensions could push benefits to March 14 with a $300 federal boost, amid political wrangling over the stimulus.
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Gretchen Whitmer
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Nassar resentence not ordered despite judge remarks
Michigan appeals court says Judge Rosemarie Aquilina's disparaging remarks about Larry Nassar were wholly inappropriate but did not breach his rights or alter the 40 year minimum sentence. The 2-1 ruling kept the deal intact, with dissent calling for a new hearing before a different judge.
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Michael Gadola
Aquilina
Ingham County
Michigan Supreme Court
Michigan to allow food aid at restaurants across state
Michigan will permit food assistance recipients to use Bridge Card benefits at participating restaurants, including more than 300000 people and about 1200 experiencing homelessness. Eligible diners include seniors and disabled individuals as indoor dining resumes amid covid restrictions. Restaurants must enroll and a statewide online listing will publish.
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Whitmer signs bill to ban water shutoffs through March
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation prohibiting water shutoffs through March. The measure follows an earlier executive order intended to protect residents from loss of service during the pandemic. Whitmer said every Michigander deserves access to clean water and pledged continued action with partners to ensure universal access.
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Charge filed in threats against election official
A 23 year old woman from Olivet Michigan has been charged in federal court in Detroit with making threats to Monica Palmer a Wayne County Board of Canvassers member who received photos of a mutilated body after a public meeting on Wayne County election results. Jones admitted the threats during FBI interview saying Palmer interfered with the election. She was arrested in New Hampshire where she stayed with her mother.
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