Michigan Lawmakers Pass $81 Billion Budget as Lansing City Hall Reaches Construction Milestone

State lawmakers finalized Michigan’s 2026 fiscal year budget early Friday morning, approving an $81 billion spending plan that delivers significant investments across infrastructure, education, and public revenue streams.

The budget includes:

• $1.1 billion in additional funding for roads and bridges

• A new 24% wholesale tax on marijuana

• A $518 million increase in education funding

Lansing City Hall Construction Hits ‘Topping Out’ Moment

In downtown Lansing, officials are celebrating a major milestone in the construction of the new City Hall. A topping-out ceremony is being held today on Grand Avenue to mark the placement of the final structural steel beam.

Ingham County Man in Crisis Taken Into Custody Safely

Authorities in Ingham County say a 68-year-old Onondaga man described as suicidal and armed with a gun was safely taken into protective custody Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred along Bellevue Road near Edgar Road and prompted a two-hour traffic diversion before reopening.

Grand Blanc Church Shooting Update Expected Today

Police are set to hold a press briefing this afternoon to release body-camera footage from last Sunday’s deadly shooting and fire at a church in Grand Blanc. Five people, including the suspected gunman, were killed, and eight others were injured.

State Seeks Public Input on Water Monitoring Sites

Michigan’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is asking residents to recommend new water monitoring locations across the state. The Water Resources Division says it plans to focus on watersheds in Basin Year 3, including the Red Cedar and Upper Grand, but will accept suggestions statewide.

Detroit Automakers Post Strong Q3 Sales

The auto industry is showing signs of renewed strength:

• Stellantis: Up 6% — its first quarterly gain in more than two years

• GM & Ford: Each reported 8% increases earlier this week

National Manufacturing Week Kicks Off

Today marks the start of National Manufacturing Week, which runs through next Friday. Lansing Community College joined the celebration Thursday by giving local students hands-on exposure to careers in manufacturing and industry.