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Gov. Whitmer may change course on 45-cent gas tax
 
If you live in Michigan, you have likely heard about Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's plan to increase the gas tax by 45 cents per gallon to "fix the damn roads." But with a new year might come a new plan from Whitmer. She teased reporters this week, saying she couldn't give details right now on any possible alternative plan. She just told them to "wait and see." The governor blamed the legislature for a need to potentially change direction, saying they showed a "complete lack of courage" when it comes to remedying Michigan's road problems. MORE
Gov. Whitmer vetoes deer baiting bill
Michigan Republicans promise votes on anti-abortion initiatives if the signatures are there

 
NEWS
 
 
See wealthiest, poorest communities in every Michigan county
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New Census data shows the median household income for every municipality in Michigan. Novi Township has the highest median income in the state, while Highland Park's numbers come in at the bottom of the list of 1,526. What does your county look like? We created a database and you can search for info on your area of Michigan (or any other part of the state, for that matter). MORE
More data: Michigan's 53 most crash-prone highway stretches on icy/snowy roads
 

 
WEATHER
 
 
Michigan weekend weather: See where it could hit 50 degrees
 
After suffering through a cold snap, Michigan is warming up. The big question is how warm will it get? Some areas of the state could hit 50 degrees over the weekend, according to MLive Chief Meteorologist Mark Torregrossa. He has the full run-down for Saturday and Sunday temperatures across the state. MORE
National forecast for travelers during Christmas week
 

 
 
SPORTS
 
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Juwan Howard has offered scholarships to his sons Jace and Jett
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Both of Juwan Howard's high school-age sons have now received scholarship offers to play basketball for the University of Michigan (and their dad). Howard is currently in his first year leading the Wolverines and has expressed his desire for the team to function as a family. That could literally be the case if either Jace or Jett, who both currently play for University School in Fort Lauderdale, accept the offer. MORE
The story behind Michigan and Kentucky playing basketball in London
Michigan State happy with 2-0 Big Ten start but knows there's a long way to go
 

 
LIFE
 
 
Things to do across Michigan this weekend
 
It's the weekend before Christmas. That means everyone will be festive and excited. It also means the stores will be packed with last-minute shoppers. Want to avoid that chaos? We have plenty of fun activities to fill your weekend. There are Christmas cookies involved, plus seasonal music, crafts and visits with Santa. Enjoy your weekend, wherever it takes you. MORE
Tour this giant Michigan log home with 220 Christmas trees
Jesus and Bon Jovi: Show tells Christmas story with '80s rock hits
 

 
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