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Trott's Bill Would Change Debt Collection Rules
Consumer groups oppose the bill, saying it would it would go too far in protecting lawyers involved in debt collection.

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Consumer groups oppose the bill, saying it would it would go too far in protecting lawyers involved in debt collection.

A Clinton Township woman whom police said was in her 40s was killed after being hit while riding her bike on Gratiot Avenue late Sunday.
By Oct. 8, the entire state of Michigan will be past peak view time.
The first lecture, “Art and Activism: The Theater” will be held on Oct. 12 at 7 p.m. at the Baldwin Library.
A Clinton Township man was convicted of a December 2016 armed robbery. Police claim his victim was murdered by a second suspect.
A Mega Millions jackpot of more than $100 million was claimed after Friday's drawing. Powerball stands at $66 million.
Dinners on the review site Yelp rate A Taste of Europe Crepes as a four-star establishment.
The Ford Fund is also donating to relief efforts in Puerto Rico and other areas hit by hurricanes.
Known for its wood-fired pies, Genova Pizzeria wants to serve beer and wine. Canton's Board of Trustees will vote on it Tuesday.
Tesla, Rolex and Timberland are among the new stores that will be added over the next year.
Work on Batavia Avenue and several other projects will soon be finished.
GM Al Avila: "Brad has done an admirable job under, at times, difficult circumstances."
October, November and December are the peak times for deer/car crashes in Michigan. Find out how to avoid getting into one.
A court ruling gives Macomb County officials the ability to seek Spranger's removal based on an affidavit she filed to run for office.
The "Great Recession" cut Canton revenue and forced the delay of maintenance projects. Canton officials are working to solve the problem.
A Dearborn man's suit claiming a Little Caesars served him a pizza made with pork instead of halal beef was tossed by a Wayne County judge.
State and local health officials are urging people at-risk to get vaccinated. Find out who to contact for the vaccination.
MDOT says road construction projects will continue through Monday with nightly ramp closures on I-75.
The theme of this year's event will harken back to the 1920s and its "speakeasys"
Despite low ridership, city leaders have decided to keep the bus shuttle service going for now.