MIRS Articles Of Note

Commit The Same Crime; Get The Same Ride 

02/20/25 12:46 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
Commit The Same Crime; Get The Same Ride 
The House Judiciary Committee heard testimony on legislation that would allow juvenile offenders over 16 years old to be transported by police with adult offenders if certain conditions, such as if the offense is committed together, are met.

MDOT Skidding On State Fleet Oversight 

02/20/25 12:37 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
MDOT Skidding On State Fleet Oversight 
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has not been reviewing travel logs and verifying vehicle assignments to make sure their vehicles are being used for state business, according to an Office of Auditor General report.

State Eyes Detroit-Toronto Train 

02/19/25 12:20 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
State Eyes Detroit-Toronto Train 
Travel to Toronto by train may soon be possible from the Michigan Central Station in Detroit.

78 Percent Support Ending Presidential Immunity Via Constitution Amendment 

02/19/25 12:16 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
78 Percent Support Ending Presidential Immunity Via Constitution Amendment 
Michigan voters overwhelmingly support a U.S. Constitutional amendment to subject presidents who commit crimes in office to prosecution like any other American, a new poll shows.

DeSana Wants Everyone With A Quarter Acre To Be Able To Have Backyard Chickens 

02/18/25 12:47 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
DeSana Wants Everyone With A Quarter Acre To Be Able To Have Backyard Chickens 
Rep. James DeSana (R-Carleton) reintroduced legislation that would let anyone with at least a quarter-acre of property be able to raise five hens, up to 25 chickens in residential-zoned property.