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Gov. Jennifer Granholm warned Tuesday of a possible 20 percent cut in state spending next year, a draconian step after billions in cuts since 2003 already have dented police and fire services, pushed schools toward insolvency and reduced oversight of

A leaner state government continues to take shape, with dozens of positions shaved in the Department of Agriculture and the Capitol security force.

GRAND LEDGE - Superintendent Steve Matthews on Monday suggested Grand Ledge deal with its looming budget crisis by closing schools, eliminating bus transportation for high school students and laying off more than 50 employees.

Four Michigan State University freshmen are facing felony explosive charges after allegedly detonating an explosive device in the 400 block of Grove Street in East Lansing on Sunday night. The four — identified as Olivia M. Hudson, 18, of Okemos;

DETROIT - Law students from the University of Michigan won freedom Tuesday for a man convicted of murder after convincing prosecutors and a judge that crucial evidence was not shared during his trial.