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Marquette Homeless Shelter Exceeded Capacity During Winter, Director Says 25 People Sheltered Beyond Limits
The Room at the Inn homeless shelter in Marquette exceeded capacity during this winters cold snap, caring for 25 additional people beyond its limits. Executive director Chelsea Wilkinson says rising costs and potential loss of federal funding could make the situation worse.
May 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - flint
Flint Residents Get Chance to Shape $20 Million Park Improvement Plan
Flint residents can vote on park improvements as part of a $20 million Charles Stewart Mott Foundation centennial initiative, with feedback accepted through June 6.
May 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Michigan AG Wins Court Battle Against Trump Administration's Homelessness Funding Restrictions
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wins federal appeals court ruling against Trump administration's restrictions on homeless assistance grants that would have affected 7,000 households in Michigan.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - Michigan Governor
Whitmer Highlights New Investments to Expand Affordable Housing
Governor Gretchen Whitmer pointed to fiscal year 2027 budget investments that expand affordable housing and strengthen homelessness prevention, including a new Michigan Housing Opportunity Tax Credit expected to support about 2,500 affordable rental homes each year.
August 24, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Michigan Governor Whitmer Signs Energy Emergency Executive Order to Combat Rising Gas Prices
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2026-4 declaring an energy emergency to combat rising gas prices, allowing for the sale of cheaper fuel blends in eight counties home to 5 million residents.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources