Paid sick time supporters vow 2020 petition drive if legislators tweak law   Michigan lawmakers in September adopted a measure to make paid sick time mandatory in the state rather than let it go before voters on Nov. 6. The calculated move allowed state legislators the opportunity to modify the parameters of the new law before it went into effect. Supporters of mandatory paid sick time are concerned that the proposed changes fly in the face of their original intent, and are gearing up to get the issue on the 2020 ballot. MORE ►Republican proposals threaten to strip Democrats of power

Tributes pour in for Leelanau wine pioneer   Leelanau Country wasn't always the world-class, grape-growing Mecca it is today. It used to just be a beautiful slice of northern Michigan. (Which is pretty special in and of itself.) Bernie Rink started with a one-acre test plot for wine grapes. He then planted 15 acres of grapevine, opened Boskydel Vineyard and helped pioneer the Leelanau wine industry. Rink died Nov. 29 at 92. Several Michigan wineries have posted tributes to Rink and his legacy, which was pretty special.  MORE ►MLive's visit to Boskeydel Vineyard in 2015 ►Boskeydel Vineyard closes in 2017 ►Michigan's Best Winery search

Girls hoops tips off with a look at defending champs and 2018-19 contenders hat Saginaw Heritage enjoyed one of the most dominating seasons in Michigan girls basketball history last year. The high-flying Hawks are poised to add to their trophy case this season. In fact, there is a good chance we see multiple defending champions earn return trips to Calvin College, which once again will host the semifinals and finals. Here's a look at some of the top teams to keep an eye on in each division. MORE ►Boys basketball first top 25 ranking for 2018-19