Michigan promises medical marijuana cards in 3 days as online services launch   The process of applying for a medical marijuana card, and renewing it, just got a bit faster. The state of Michigan has rolled out new online services for medical marijuana cardholders, and officials say it could mean patients are issued their card in as little as 2-3 business days. Previously, medical marijuana patients had to apply, renew and update their information by mailing in paper documents. MORE ►What ailments Michigan patients have medical marijuana cards for ►Inside Michigan's first medical marijuana mega growing operation ►Michigan counties with the highest rates of medical marijuana cardholders

Why Tom Izzo is inviting ESPN to MSU after an acrimonious year   A year ago, ESPN published a damning report detailing previously unreported physical and sexual assault claims at Michigan State. Tom Izzo's handling of the incidents were sharply scrutinized in the piece, though school officials and Izzo himself pushed back forcefully against its accusations. Now, Izzo is preparing to welcome ESPN College Gameday to campus. The decision prompted fans to question Izzo's motives, given his prior rebuke of ESPN's reporting. "Forgiving and forgetting and dealing with things is part of life," Izzo said in response. MORE

The 54 Michigan school districts with the lowest median income hat Earlier this week, we took a look at the Michigan school districts with the highest median income. Now, we take a look at the other end of the spectrum. In all, Michigan has 54 school districts where the median income was under $40,000 for families with children under 18. The list includes Highland Park, the state's poorest district, and Muskegon Heights, where the school system has been disbanded because of a state takeover. MORE ►Michigan's 67 most affluent school districts

  

25 memes showing how Michiganders keep their sense of humor in winter   Michigan winters can be absolutely brutal, but that doesn't stop indomitable Michiganders from showing their sense of humor when Mother Nature brings a nasty storm. A number of memes poking fun at our state's weather — and residents' response to said weather — made the rounds on social media this week. We rounded up some of the best to give you a chuckle and help you keep warm in the polar vortex. MORE