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Yesterday at 1:42 PM  LANSING, Mich. (AP) - A new Michigan law calls for the creation of a universal form that doctors can use when patients need prior authorization for coverage of prescription drugs.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  UPDATED WITH POLL: Michigan could take in $542 million more in revenue than projected 4 months ago.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: The Michigan Natural Resources Commission approved a public wolf hunt in the Upper Peninsula at their meeting in Roscommon this afternoon.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Senate Bill 288 gives the Natural Resources Commission the responsibility to establish managed open season hunts for wild game. It exempts the taking of mourning doves, pets and livestock.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  Gov. Rick Snyder has declared a state of disaster in 19 counties and two cities that dealt with recent flooding.

Tuesday, February 26, 2013  Democrats and advocates for the poor are pushing to fully restore a Michigan tax credit for low-income earners.

Friday, February 22, 2013  Gov. Snyder recently signed a package of bills that will help veterans meet licensing requirements for work.

Thursday, February 07, 2013  Governor Rick Snyder unveiled his $50.9 billion budget plan Thursday. A big portion of the his plan is geared towards education.

Thursday, February 07, 2013  As the budget is introduced in Lansing, legislators have carved out a chunk of money towards harbor dredging.

Monday, January 28, 2013  Michigan lawmakers are looking at legislation that would make themselves part-time politicians.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  Grand Traverse County Road Commision Manager, Jim Cook, said they spend nearly $300,000 per year on pot hole repairs. Their entire winter budget is between $2.5 and $3 million per year. Cook said about 80% of Michigan's roads are in poor or bad condition.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  Governor Rick Snyder plans to propose a more detailed plan to boost spending to maintain roads in next week's State of the State address.

Tuesday, January 08, 2013  The legislation applies to holders of Level 1 licenses, who must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or another licensed driver at least 21 years old, and those with Level 2 licenses, who can drive alone with some limits on hours and carrying young passengers.

Friday, January 04, 2013  Many factors could play into the recent rise in pistol sales. One thing is certain, retailers aren't complaining.

Monday, December 31, 2012  Gov. Snyder signed legislation on Friday to help Michigan homeowners avoid foreclosure. The Legislation was sponsored by Sen. Darwin Booher, R-Evart.