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Liquor Licenses and Permits Suspended for Five Businesses for Violations of MDHHS Emergency Order
22
MPSC report: Michigan's distributed generation program capacity grew 53% in 2019, adding nearly 3,000 new customers
21
Governor Whitmer, MPSC and MDHHS urge struggling Michiganders to seek assistance to keep warm this season
21
Liquor Licenses, Permits Suspended for Five Businesses in Southeast Michigan for Violating MDHHS Emergency Order
17
MPSC marks 2020 as a year focused on COVID-19 response and continued work leading Michigan's energy transition
17
MPSC approves $100M Consumers Energy increase on electric rates to boost reliability and address aging infrastructure while maintaining affordability
17
MPSC OKs securitization bonds for Consumers Energy as utility prepares for 2023 retirement of coal-fired generating units
16
Liquor Licenses and Permits Suspended for an Additional Eight Businesses Across Michigan for Violations of MDHHS Emergency Order
09
MPSC orders rehearing, new schedule for Enbridge Line 5 application in light of state's revocation of pipeline easement
09
Liquor Licenses and Permits Suspended for The Office Bar in Port Huron for Violations of MDHHS Emergency Order
07
Liquor Licenses and Permits Suspended for Businesses in Lansing and Lapeer for Violations of MDHHS Emergency Order
03
Grants to help low-income customers pay heating bills announced for 2020-2021
03
Liquor Licenses and Permits Suspended for Iron Pig Smokehouse in Gaylord for Violations of MDHHS Emergency Order
02
Liquor Licenses and Permits Suspended for Businesses in Lakeview, Houghton and St. Joseph for Violations of MDHHS Emergency Order
November
25
MDHHS and Liquor Control Commission issue citations, suspend liquor licenses for not following public health order to contain spread of COVID-19
Most establishments across the state are doing their part by following the order
23
Be Careful: Thanksgiving is Top Day for Home Cooking Fires
19
MPSC OKs Consumers Energy's $550M Mid-Michigan Pipeline upgrade to ensure safety, boost system resilience and flexibility
18
Marijuana Regulatory Agency Announces Social Equity Program Application Now Online
16
MPSC, Attorney General urge Michiganders to not fall victim to phone scammers threatening to shut off utilities
12
MPSC's CompareMIGas website gives natural gas customers tools for making informed decisions when choosing a provider
12
MRA's Social Equity Program Announces November Business Resource Workshop, Featuring Sozo Companies and Lakeshore Legal Aid
12
Michigan's Marijuana Regulatory Agency Becomes Founding Member of the Cannabis Regulators Association
October
29
MPSC approves Consumers Energy's power supply cost recovery reconciliation but rejects costs related to plant outages
29
MPSC's Winter Energy Outlook: Overall energy demand expected to remain lower in Michigan amid COVID-19 pandemic while fuel usage for home heating increases
29
LARA Director Signs New Indigent Defense Minimum Standard, Protects the Fundamental Constitutional Right to Counsel
28
Southwest Michigan Nurse Summarily Suspended for Diverting Fentanyl
26
MRA's Social Equity Program Announces its October Business Resource Workshop featuring Ypsilanti and Grand Rapids
21
MPSC alerts utility customers that complaints about utility scams are on the rise in Michigan
15
MPSC marks first year of MI Power Grid initiative to maximize benefits of transition to clean, distributed energy
14
MRA's Social Equity Program Announces October Education and Outreach Session
September
29
Kent County Adult Foster Care Family Home License Summarily Suspended
24
Notification of Medical Marijuana Product Recall
24
MRA's Social Equity Program Announces Second Business Resource Workshop, Featuring Cannas Capital
24
MPSC rejects Consumers Energy request to charge customers for natural gas replacement costs related to Ray compressor station fire
24
MPSC seeks recommendations for updated integrated resource planning to consider Gov. Whitmer's goals to reduce emissions
21
Key energy assistance deadlines nearing as home heating season approaches; learn ways to help keep winter utility bills manageable
21
Liquor Licenses for Three West Michigan Businesses Suspended for Violations of Governor's Executive Orders
17
Notification of Medical Marijuana Product Recall
16
MRA's Social Equity Program Announces First Business Resource Workshop, Featuring Exclusive Brands
15
Parents: Talk to Your Kids About the Dangers of Underage Drinking and Fake IDs -- Urges Michigan Liquor Control Commission
14
Gov. Whitmer, MPSC salute Lifeline Awareness Week as pandemic highlights how phone and broadband are crucial to everyday life
10
MPSC approves settlement agreement reducing Consumers Energy rate increase by 40%
10
Indiana Michigan Power Co. to withdraw its integrated resource plan, refile new version in 2021
10
As school resumes, MPSC issues reminder about statewide Wi-Fi hotspot map available for families lacking internet at home
03
Liquor Control Commission Disperses $67 Million to Local Municipalities Statewide
02
Eaton County Child Care Group Home License Summarily Suspended
August
26
State leaders urge customers struggling financially to seek help with energy bills, don't wait
21
Marijuana Regulatory Agency Announces Marijuana Licensing Workgroup
20
MPSC approves settlement agreement reducing rate increase for DTE Gas Co. by 46%
20
MPSC orders electricity distribution plans from DTE Electric, Consumers Energy and Indiana Michigan Power
19
MEDIA ADVISORY - MPSC reminds public that it will hold public hearing on Enbridge's request for siting authority to replace, relocate Line 5 in Straits of Mackinac
18
CDC Findings on Excessive Drinking Cited as Liquor Control Commission Urges Moderation
17
Smoke Alarms Provided by 'MI Prevention' Help a Houghton County Family Escape a Home Fire
12
Marijuana Regulatory Agency Announces Online Social Equity Program Educational Session
12
Michigan Liquor Control Commission to hold Semi-Annual Public Hearing September 23, via Zoom
07
MPSC to hold public hearing on Enbridge's request for siting authority to replace, relocate Line 5 in Straits of Mackinac
06
Marijuana Regulatory Agency Recalls Contaminated Pre-Rolls, Suspends Processor Licenses Pending Investigation
July
29
MPSC names Reka Holley as agency's Tribal Liaison
23
MPSC tackles next steps in customer protections as Michigan's economy cautiously reopens amid pandemic
23
MPSC sets home energy assistance funding factor at 91 cents and takes action on renewable energy contracts, other matters
15
Michigan Liquor Control Commission Directs $10K NABCA Donation to the Food Bank Council of Michigan
09
MPSC approves DTE Electric's amended renewable energy plan that expands wind, solar power generation
08
Beat the heat: How to keep cool while reducing energy costs
06
LARA Completes 100% of Required Nursing Home Investigations, Positioned for Additional Federal CARES Act Funding
01
Vulnerable Michigan households protected from utility disruptions during COVID-19 pandemic
June
30
MPSC denies Enbridge Energy's request for relief on Line 5 pipeline project, sets full hearing process for proposal
26
Michiganders Urged to Know the Risks and Use Extreme Caution When Handling Fireworks
24
Marijuana Regulatory Agency Announces Online Social Equity Program Educational Session
22
Marijuana Regulatory Agency Implements New Topic-Based Administrative Rule Sets
11
LARA Director Orlene Hawks Testifies Before COVID-19 Joint Select Committee
10
MPSC ends investigation ensuring customers of phone company that exited Michigan had access to other service
09
State of Michigan launches online map of free Wi-Fi hotspots to help residents who lack access to broadband internet
May
28
Regulated utilities extend protections, assistance for vulnerable households to June 12
21
Homeowners, businesses urged to call MISS DIG 811 in advance as construction and backyard projects resume
19
MPSC kicks off annual assessment of funding factor for Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund
19
Michigan's Marijuana Regulatory Agency Announces Social Equity Program Expansion
19
MLCC Makes it Easier for Liquor Licensees to Move Business Outdoors Launches New Reopening Resources Webpage
18
Michigan receives additional $35.1 million to help struggling households pay energy costs
14
Notification of Medical Marijuana Product Recall for Plan B Wellness
08
MPSC approves DTE Electric rate increase as company works to modernize infrastructure, boost reliability
08
MPSC concludes investigation into Consumers Energy fire that led to the statewide energy emergency amid polar vortex
April
30
Leaders urge Michiganders struggling financially to be proactive, seek help with utility bills as state, energy providers offer assistance
30
LARA Director and State Fire Marshal Urge Michiganders to Take a Proactive Approach Towards Fire Safety
29
Michigan's Alcohol Beverage Industry Steps Up With Generous Donations During COVID-19 Health Crisis
27
Unregistered Taxi Company in Jackson Ordered to Cease Operations
23
LARA Revokes Mortuary Science License of Royal Funeral Home in Battle Creek
22
MPSC establishes comment period on Enbridge Energy's application for Line 5 tunnel project in Straits of Mackinac
22
565 Michigan Businesses Are Using the Spirits Buy Back Program with Two Days to Go
22
In-State Alcohol Retailers and Consumers Big Winners in U.S. Sixth Circuit Court Decision
20
MPSC report finds growth in qualified facilities providing renewable energy to Michigan utilities
17
Michigan's Spirits Buy Back Program Application Deadline Extended to Friday, April 24
15
MPSC Outlines Steps to Ensure Utility Protections, Assistance for Vulnerable Households Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
15
MPSC approves DTE Electric's revised integrated resource plan
10
Registered Nurses and Respiratory Therapists: Michigan Needs You!
07
MPSC urges homeowners and contractors to postpone nonessential excavation, make free call to 811 before digging
02
April is Alcohol Awareness Month - Keep Booze in Check Especially During Coronavirus
March
31
FDA Guidance for Emergency Use of Chloroquine Phosphate and Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate
27
Correspondence to Licensed Prescribers and Dispensers (3/27/20)
27
State leaders outline protections, assistance available for energy utility customers
26
Executive Order 2020-21: Guidance for Business
26
AG Guidance on Executive Orders Violations
25
Disaster Relief Child Care Centers
20
LARA Lobby Closures
20
Marijuana Regulatory Agency Recalls Medical Marijuana Product in Bay City, Detroit
12
Liquor Licensees Urged to Serve Responsibly on St. Patrick's Day, the #1 Day for Beer Drinking
06
Michigan Liquor Control Commission Transfers $248 Million to the State's General Fund
05
Settlements expanding energy waste reduction programs for Michigan customers approved by MPSC
05
LARA Director and State Fire Marshal Remind Michiganders to Change their Smoke Alarm Batteries and Practice their Fire Escape Plan
04
LARA Issues Cease and Desist Order Against Dimondale and Mulliken Funeral Homes
02
2019 Annual Report highlights MPSC's work to improve infrastructure, save costs, help customers and guide state's transition to clean energy
02
Marijuana Regulatory Agency Announces Phase Out of Caregiver Product in the Regulated Market
February
28
Adult Foster Care Small Group Homes in Howell and South Lyon Summarily Suspended
25
MPSC's E-Dockets system now allows users to get email updates when new filings are posted
24
Redford Township Pharmacist has License Summarily Suspended
20
MPSC recommends changes to DTE Electric Co.'s integrated resource plan
19
Michigan Liquor Control Commission to hold Semi-Annual Public Hearing March 19 in Southfield
18
MPSC reports: Energy waste reduction to save customers $1.1B; wind's dominance continues in renewable energy
18
Allegan County Group Child Care Home License Summarily Suspended
10
Saginaw County Adult Foster Care Small Group Home License Summarily Suspended
07
MRA Recalls Medical Marijuana Product For Failing Vitamin E Acetate Test
06
MPSC approves integrated resource plans for two Upper Peninsula utilities
06
More than 2,100 Businesses Holding a Liquor License Pass Controlled Buys in 2019
January
31
Number of cable providers, subscribers decline in Michigan in 2019, MPSC report finds
31
MPSC report: Electric consumption grew in Michigan's choice program in 2019
30
Liquor Licensees Urged to Serve Responsibly This Super Bowl Sunday
30
Unregistered Limousine Company in Clinton Township Ordered to Cease Operations
30
LARA Director and State Fire Marshal Urge Home Heating Safety
28
Social Equity Program Workgroup Participants
24
MRA Releases Bulletin Detailing Requirements for Temporary Marijuana Events
23
CONSUMER ALERT: MPSC publishes list of alternative providers as Talk America Services prepares to exit Michigan
23
MPSC accepts settlement agreement approving rate increase for Indiana Michigan Power Co.
22
MRA Recalls Vape Cartridges With High Levels of Vitamin E Acetate
17
Marijuana Regulatory Agency Expands Product Recall
16
Unregistered Taxi Company in Muskegon Ordered to Cease Operations
16
LARA Suspends License of Centurion Security Concepts, LLC in Detroit, MI
16
Mackinaw City Group Child Care Home License Summarily Suspended
14
Marijuana Regulatory Agency to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Marijuana Rule Sets CHANGE IN LOCATION
13
Medical Marijuana Flower Recalled in Bay City, Detroit
09
Unregistered Taxi Company in Calumet Ordered to Cease Operations
06
Marijuana Regulatory Agency Seeks Participants for Social Equity Program Workgroups