ANN ARBOR - For Oakland County, most of the pandemic-fueled recession is in the rearview mirror, and its economy is expected to keep growing in most areas over the next few years, according to University of Michigan economists. Oakland, one of the state’s most populous counties and among the nation’s most prosperous, is back to
TOKYO - Hino Motors Ltd., Hino Motors Manufacturing USA Inc. and Hino Motors Sales USA Inc., a Toyota-owned company, agreed to a $237.5 million Hino class action lawsuit settlement to resolve claims that certain truck models were defective and produced emissions that exceeded regulatory limits. The Hino emissions settlement benefits former and owner lessees, as
MUSKEGON - A cannabis-friendly campsite is coming to Muskegon this summer, just in time for festival season. The Grassy Knoll Recreational Dispensary, located at 2125 Lemuel St, is using the fives acres adjacent to their building to set up a smoker’s oasis in its wooded hilltop. Owners Janet Tombre and Fred Cini expect to make
DETROIT - Wrestling star Ric Flair’s cannabis brand,Ric Flair Drip, joins forces with Michigan’ cannabis brands, Goldkine, to launch its premium suite of cannabis products across the state. The initial product lineup includes a range of options to cater to diverse preferences, featuring premium flower, and infused pre-rolls, and can be found at all locations of
ANN ARBOR, MI — Ann Arbor’s year-long celebration of the city’s bicentennial is shifting into high gear in May with more events planned to mark the city’s 200th anniversary. Ann Arborites who like live music, art, bicycling and local history will find reasons to attend a variety of events planned from May 17-25, including an art exhibition,
WASHINGTON DC - The Biden administration is moving forward with plans to move marijuana off the most severe classification of Schedule I to Schedule III, a source familiar with the decision confirmed to The Hill Tuesday. Rescheduling marijuana is distinct from descheduling it entirely, which some advocacy groups and lawmakers have called for, as it
LANSING - The Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency will open a new testing lab by January next year as a means to keep the state’s booming marijuana industry in check and, hopefully, push standards into a new era of safety. The state agency announced Friday that Claire Patterson, its longtime scientific manager, will serve as director of the new lab. Patterson, who
WASHINGTON DC - The overwhelming majority of US adults favor legalizing marijuana federally and most perceive it to be safer to consume than either tobacco or alcohol, according to nationwide polling data released today. Survey data compiled by Data For Progress finds that two-thirds of likely voters support legalizing cannabis federally “for all adults over the age
DETROIT - Benzinga announced an upcoming Sports Business Titans event, a powerhouse gathering designed to deliver unparalleled insights into the intersection of sports, business, and investing. Scheduled for April 25th from 1pm to 5pm ET, at 1 Campus Martius in Detroit, the central hub of athletic talent during the Draft. "This event is built to
ANN ARBOR - Job growth in Washtenaw County is projected to outpace the state through 2026 in a “decidedly healthy” outlook, according to the 2024-2026 Washtenaw County Economic Outlook delivered today. The 39th annual report was presented at the President’s Leadership Recognition Luncheon hosted by Washtenaw Community College President Dr. Rose B. Bellanca. The report was researched and
