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A conversation with a reporter about the junk fees piling up for renters in Michigan and elsewhere. Also, a look at the man who helped turn Henry Ford from a man who built cars to the king of an automotive empire. -
For many in Michigan, the electric bill is an unaffordable expense. Today on Stateside, a reporter provided insight into the state's efforts to help, including details on a new approach — and who stands to benefit from it. Also on the show, a young adult author joined us to discuss his debut novel, which tells the story of two young people and the mystery they aim to unravel.
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The Michigan Senate approved bills Thursday to offer up millions of dollars in tax breaks for developers to build affordable housing. -
Michigan’s jobs picture remained stable in May as the unemployment rate rose slightly to 5.1%. -
UAW workers held a 10-day strike against Dauch to secure a new contract. The new contract included pay increases, and more employee benefits. -
About 40% of rentals on Zillow offer move-in deals, like a month of free rent, thanks to a construction boom that created an apartment surplus in some parts of the United States. -
The cost of fueling up a boat is higher than usual, but Michigan boaters are determined to enjoy their summers no matter the cost. -
As tax cuts and rural land become incentives for data center investments to flow to Michigan, the state's residents are raising environmental and economic concerns about the projects. Maps are being developed and updated to keep track of data centers in the Great Lakes region. -
One of the Detroit Three is expanding its partnership with a Chinese company to produce more affordable EVs for international markets. Plus, the Ann Arbor District Library's Summer Game has officially begun! And, a Detroit event bringing bicyclists together. -
The Battle Creek duplex is just the latest step in the “First Home, First Teacher” project started in New Haven, Connecticut. -
A union representative said contract negotiations appeared to be going well this weekend, but they fell apart Monday. -
The endorsement is a major catch since the UAW has hundreds of thousands of active and retired members and is a huge player in Democratic politics in Michigan.