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LANSING, Mich - In February alone, 6,000 became unemployed as numerous businesses issued layoff notices.

According to Wayne Rourke, labor market information director for Michigan’s Center for Data and Analytics, the state’s “unemployment rate has gone up slightly in the first two months of the year, mainly due to a rise in the number of unemployed people.”

Over the last year, 70,000 Michiganders have lost their jobs.

In February alone, 6,000 became unemployed as numerous businesses issued layoff notices.

According to Wayne Rourke, labor market information director for Michigan’s Center for Data and Analytics, the state’s “unemployment rate has gone up slightly in the first two months of the year, mainly due to a rise in the number of unemployed people.”

He also noted in a statement the “size of the state’s labor force and number of payroll jobs have also increased in both January and February.”

The reality is February’s one-tenth of a percentage point increase in unemployment to 5.4% marks the 11^th straight month of growing unemployment in the Great Lakes State, which is now at the highest rate since September 2021, when it declined to 5.6% as the pandemic waned.

Rourke told WEMU factory workers returning from layoffs last month mitigated some manufacturing job losses, but weak demand for new vehicles continues to drive workforce reductions. Click here to read more.

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CHICAGO, IL - Fewer than one-third of Illinois fourth-grade students met or exceeded reading proficiency standards on a recent national assessment, part of a nationwide literacy crisis in which students are already behind in fourth grade.

Students failed to meet or exceed reading standards in most states in 2024. Illinois joined 40 other states and Washington, D.C., in which 1 in 3, or fewer, fourth-grade students met or exceeded reading standards.

Research has pinpointed third grade as a critical reading milestone because students need to have learned to read by then or they will not be able to absorb curricula during the remainder of their school years. If they cannot read, social studies, math and other subjects become incomprehensible and their futures bleak.

But there’s hope: Many states, including Illinois, have passed laws aimed at aligning reading instruction with evidence-based practices to improve the literacy and academic achievement of students. Still, Illinois could and should do more. Click here to read more.

 

WASHINGOTN D.C. - Considering the massive propaganda effort to brainwash Americans into believing that climate change will doom humanity if we don’t stop burning fossil fuels yesterday, it is impressive to see just how little the American public buys the narrative.

A recent poll finds that Americans value energy independence, keeping car prices lower, and reducing the cost of electricity ahead of fighting climate change.

When asked, “Is it more important to make America energy independent or fight climate change?” most respondents (57%) chose energy independence, while another 39% chose climate change, and 4% said they were not sure.

When asked, “Which is more important, reducing greenhouse gas emissions to combat climate change, or keeping the price of cars low enough for families to afford them?” about half of respondents (50%) chose keeping car prices low, while 43% said reducing greenhouse gas emissions was more important. The remaining 7% said they were not sure. Click here to read more.

 

BRANSON, Mo. — The leader of the Predator Poachers, an online vigilante group who try to catch alleged pedophiles in sting operations, was arrested at a Steak ‘n Shake in Missouri, authorities say.

Alex Rosen, who has amassed more than 400,000 followers on X while chronicling his takedowns of accused predators, went to the Branson restaurant on March 26 and asked to speak with a certain employee, according to a probable cause statement.

The employee, according to an interview from Rosen, was previously accused of molesting a 12-year-old, and Rosen said the worker had engaged in similar activity again.

Rosen was asked by the restaurant manager to leave the property and was told multiple times he was trespassing, police said. Click here to read more.

 

PHOENIX, AZ – Two parents in Phoenix helped police catch a pedophile who’s now in prison for sending graphic videos and images to three elementary school boys in Scottsdale.

They’ve asked to conceal their identity, as their son was only 11 when he became one of at least six victims as young as 10 years old in at least three states, lured by the same man through the popular video game Fortnite.

And the one thing these parents did to ensure police and prosecutors got enough evidence to put him away for a very long time is a lesson for all of us.

“There were no busted-in doors, no broken locks, no shattered glass, but our home was violated. It rocked us and changed us forever,” the Dad said.

“So, what we’re seeing now is in sectors such as manufacturing and professional and business services, those are still our weakest sectors over the past year or so,” Rourke said. “Our retail trade has also been declining since last year. That’s not really a surprise due to all the news we’ve seen.” Click here to read more.

FRANKENMUTH, Mich - Frankenmuth, Michigan Police are investigating after Amber Archuleta reported witnessing a man expose himself to a child at Zehnder’s Splash Village.

Archuleta tells me the incident happened at the “kiddie hot tub”.

Archuleta said in a viral Facebook post, “An older man was standing slightly above the child. I saw the older man reach into his shorts. I thought maybe he was “adjusting himself” as men sometimes need to. The man then pulled out his genitals and told the little to boy to look, which he did.”

Frankenmuth Police did respond and interview the woman.

The following is the statement just released from Frankenmuth Police:

 

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Frankenmuth Police say officers responded around 12:55 p.m. and conducted interviews with the complainant, the suspect, and witnesses, and reviewed security footage with park staff.

Police say there is currently not enough evidence to make an arrest, but the investigation remains open. The case will be reviewed by the Saginaw County Prosecutor’s Office once complete. Anyone with information is urged to contact Officer Mike Mitin at 989-652-8371, ext. 194.

Police have not released any names of any alleged suspects. There is a picture going around on social media that Frankenmuth's Police Chief says is not the person allegedly involved.

John Shleton from Splash Village released the following statement adding the boy is the grandson to the alleged perpetrator. The following is his complete statement:

Amber Archuleta released the following statement upon learning that no charges will be filed.

I want to take the opportunity to say that just because my statement was not enough for an arrest, the camera footage of him doing "Something" wasn't at a great enough angle for an arrest. But to all of those you who know right from wrong, rallying for justice, means something. To the little boys parents, I am so sorry that I could not protect him. Everything happened very quickly & I just want you to know that little boy is why awareness has been spread. I urge Zhenders to revamp trainings and invests in making Zhenders the safest waterpark for kids in Michigan. To the very first girl working there that I notified. Thank you! I don't know your name. To security, they know where I stand. Thank you all. Awareness is key."

I have reached out to Zehnder's Splash Village as have not yet heard back from them.

 

 

LANSING, Mich - A Michigan lawmaker wants to cut a state agency’s funding over disputes with residents.

The new oversight committee fielded many complaints about the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, said Antrim Township Republican Rep. Brian BeGole in a March 22 social media post.

“EGLE needs a lot of change and I have a feeling big budget cuts are coming for them,” BeGole wrote.

The environmental agency is trying to force one Freeland man to fill in a pond on his private property, Michigan Capitol Confidential reported in January. Two months later, his brother Zach Wenzlick shared his story with Michigan lawmakers via the House Oversight Committee on March 18. The state could fine Joshua up to $1.7 million for expanding his pond from 2020-2023. Click here to read more.

 

DETROIT, Mich - Another accused murderer is off the streets in Michigan thanks to Immigration and Customs Enforcement and President Donald Trump.

“ICE Detroit, along with our partners @FBIDetroit, @DEADetroitdiv, @AFTDetroit, and @USBPChiefDTM, continues to protect our communities by removing public safety threats, like this illegal alien from Venezuela who is wanted for murder in his home country,” ICE Detroit posted to X on Wednesday.

The post is one of what’s become daily notices of illegal immigrants arrested in Michigan as part of the largest deportation operation in U.S. history, initiated by the 47^th POTUS on the first day of his second term.

Others posted to X by the Detroit Sector’s Chief Patrol Agent John R. Morris over the last week included two special interest aliens from Venezuela arrested by agents at U.S. Customs and Border Patrol’s Marysville and Sandusky Bay stations, as well as one Guatemalan and three Mexican nationals arrested in Shelby Township. Click here to read more.

 

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The University of Michigan has decided to make some significant changes to its diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

Those changes involve closing the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and the Office for Health Equity and Inclusion. Additionally, the university’s DEI 2.0 Strategic Plan -- which started in 2023 and was expected to run through 2028 -- will be discontinued.

The university said it plans to shift funding to other programs, such as financial aid and mental health resources.

The changes are effective March 27, 2025.

According to the university’s website, the DEI 2.0 Strategic Plan was developed through campus conversations, town halls with faculty, students and staff and other community engagement events. Click here to read more.

 

GREENVILLE, Miss. - Authorities in Mississippi say human remains of three people were found in an area storage unit.

Greenville Mayor Errick D. Simmons called the discovery concerning.

“The discovery of human remains in a storage unit in our city is deeply disturbing and raises serious concerns that demand a thorough investigation,” he said. “My thoughts and prayers are with the families who may be affected by this tragic situation.”

Washington County Sheriff’s Chief Deputy Billy Barber said Albert Creath, the previous owner of Creath Memorial Services, has been arrested and charged with improper desecration of corpses.

According to the chief deputy, Creath had been using storage units to continue doing funeral and burial services after losing his license and business.

Barber said deputies responded to a call concerning a casket and discovered Creath had been using the storage unit as a funeral home and still charging people.

“Greenville is a community that values dignity, respect, and the rule of law. We will not tolerate any actions that violate those principles. I urge anyone with information to come forward and assist authorities in their investigation,” Simmons said. Click here to read more.

 

WASHINGTON D.C. - The U.S. Department of Education’s Student Privacy Policy Office (SPPO) launched an investigation into the California Department of Education (CDE) for alleged violations of the Family Educational Rights Privacy Act (FERPA). FERPA gives parents the right to access their children’s educational data. The California Department of Education has allegedly abdicated the responsibilities FERPA imposes due to a new California state law that prohibits school personnel from disclosing a child’s “gender identity” to that child’s parent.

SPPO has reason to believe that numerous local educational agencies (LEAs) in California may be violating FERPA to socially transition children at school while hiding minors’ “gender identity” from parents. Given the number of LEAs that appear to be involved, SPPO is concerned that CDE played a role, either directly or indirectly, in the widespread adoption of these practices, which appear to be required by the recently enacted California Assembly Bill 1955.

“Teachers and school counselors should not be in the business of advising minors entrusted to their care on consequential decisions about their sexual identity and mental health. That responsibility and privilege lies with a parent or trusted loved one,” said Secretary of Education Linda McMahon. “It is not only immoral but also potentially in contradiction with federal law for California schools to hide crucial information about a student’s wellbeing from parents and guardians. The agency launched today’s investigation to vigorously protect parents’ rights and ensure that students do not fall victim to a radical transgender ideology that often leads to family alienation and irreversible medical interventions.” Click here to read more.