AGP Executive Report

Workplace Rules: Michigan lawmakers are advancing a “right to disconnect” bill that would bar employers from requiring workers to respond to work messages off the clock, with penalties up to $500 per violation. Higher Ed: The University of Michigan is keeping binding early-decision admissions despite a faculty-backed Senate resolution urging it to pause the practice. Public Safety: Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold turned himself in to Florida authorities on felony kidnapping and armed robbery charges tied to a February case; prosecutors say he could face up to life in prison. Health & Weather: Michigan is bracing for a heat dome through the Fourth of July with dangerous heat index values; officials urge hydration and limiting outdoor time. State Funding: MDHHS awarded nearly $3.75M from opioid settlement funds to 12 groups for school-age substance use prevention. Local Impact: Northern Michigan lakes like Cadillac and Mitchell are waiting longer for fisheries surveys due to staffing and budget limits. Detroit Schools: The Detroit Federation of Teachers ratified a new two-year contract with added protections and pay gains.

Transportation & Business: West Michigan’s Gerald R. Ford International Airport will open Michigan’s first consolidated rental car facility (CONRAC) July 8, a $156M hub meant to streamline pickup with a heated skybridge and more than 1,000 parking spaces. Economy & Money: WalletHub ranks Michigan 41st for financial independence, pointing to hurdles tied to jobs, consumer finances, and reliance on government support. Environment & Jobs: EGLE is awarding a $200,000 Brownfield grant to turn a contaminated Holland dry-cleaning site into a new floral shop, with renovations targeted for summer 2027. Courts & Voting Rights: A federal appeals court upheld a block on the Justice Department getting Michigan’s voter rolls, citing privacy limits on sharing sensitive voter data. Health Care Fraud: AG Dana Nessel announced charges in four separate Medicaid and health-care fraud cases, including alleged misuse of autism services funds and improper Medicaid billing. Public Safety: A 13-year-old drowned in Lake Michigan near Michigan City; divers recovered the body Wednesday after hazardous conditions delayed the search. Sports: Michigan basketball’s NBA Draft night made history with three Wolverines going in the top 12, while hockey prospect Landon DuPont committed to the University of Michigan.

NBA Draft (Michigan): Three Michigan stars went in the first-round lottery Tuesday night—Morez Johnson Jr. to the Mavericks at No. 9, Yaxel Lendeborg to the Warriors at No. 11, and Aday Mara to the Thunder at No. 12—marking a program first for three lottery picks in one draft. Detroit Pistons: Detroit traded up to select Stanford guard Ebuka Okorie at No. 17, aiming to add scoring and speed to its offense. Lansing/State Politics: Lawmakers and residents rallied at the Capitol for more transparency on data center proposals, with calls for a possible one-year moratorium. Auto Industry: Tesla again topped the Cars.com American-Made Index, while Jeep’s Gladiator and Grand Cherokee jumped sharply in the rankings. Public Safety/Weather: FEMA denied federal disaster aid for March southwest Michigan tornadoes, and Michigan lawmakers are pushing to appeal. Community/Local: A Birmingham mom says anti-Zionist and gun-themed stickers handed out at a school event were an “innocent mistake,” after backlash and a district response. Transportation Tragedy: A bicyclist was killed after being struck by an Amtrak train near Western Michigan University.

College Basketball & Sports Business: The Dallas Mavericks officially hired Dusty May as head coach, announcing the move just hours before the NBA draft, after he led Michigan to its first NCAA title since 1989. Health Care Costs: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network are overhauling incident-to billing for supervised clinicians, with new limits starting Sept. 1, 2026 and a bigger shift March 1, 2027. Public Safety: Michigan State Police will close the Northville Forensic Science Laboratory, moving work and staff to other labs as repairs are projected to exceed $20 million. Disaster Aid: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is appealing FEMA’s denial of federal disaster assistance after deadly March tornadoes in southwest Michigan. Local Economy: Whitmer announced $1.5M in Match on Main grants for 69 small businesses, including eight in northeast Michigan. Detroit-Area Justice: An internal affairs review is underway into three women’s deaths at Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility. Michigan Courts: The U.S. Supreme Court rejected a Michigan family’s claim for compensation based on fair-market value in a tax foreclosure fight, sending parts of the case back for further review.

College Basketball to NBA: Dusty May is finalizing a deal to leave Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks, with ESPN reporting the move as he replaces Jason Kidd—setting off a fast coaching search and raising questions about Michigan’s roster as the transfer portal nears. Interim Coaching Plan: Michigan is expected to promote assistant Mike Boynton Jr. as interim head coach after May’s departure, aiming for continuity while players decide whether to stay. GOP Primary Shake-Up: Michigan Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt suspended his governor campaign and endorsed U.S. Rep. John James after Trump’s “complete and total” endorsement, narrowing the GOP field. Housing Push: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced more than $18.9M in federal 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits for 603 affordable units across 13 developments. Detroit Public Safety: Detroit enforced an 8 p.m. curfew for unaccompanied minors during Ford Fireworks night, with police arresting teens for violations; separate reports also describe a downtown police shooting ahead of the show. Environment & Safety: Michigan added invasive plants to prohibited/restricted lists (including buckthorn) after a unanimous Agriculture commission vote, while the DNR urged wildfire vigilance as summer ramps up.

NBA Coaching Shock: Dusty May is finalizing a deal to leave Michigan and become the Dallas Mavericks’ next head coach, with Michigan expected to promote Mike Boynton Jr. as interim coach while the Wolverines scramble to keep their roster together. Local Sports & Draft Buzz: The move has fans and players reacting, and it could shape the 2026 NBA Draft picture for Michigan standouts like Morez Johnson Jr. Weather: Michigan’s mid-week forecast turns wetter later this week, with rain and possible thunderstorms most likely arriving Wednesday into Thursday, and residents urged to stay weather-aware. Courts & Insurance: A Michigan appellate ruling says a driver who knowingly took a friend’s car without permission is ineligible for PIP benefits under the state’s No-Fault law. Health & State Government: Gov. Whitmer named Amy Epkey as acting director of MDHHS starting July 1. Road Work: M-119 slope stabilization near Stutsmanville Road begins June 23, with through-traffic closures during repairs. Agriculture: Warm, wet conditions are boosting wheat and corn progress, but also increasing weed and disease pressure, including tar spot concerns.

Wetlands & Wildlife: A new opinion piece highlights how Michigan’s wetland loss is hurting marsh birds and how restoration projects like Ottawa Sands County Park in Ferrysburg can protect both wildlife and communities from flooding. Local Business/Industry: ExOne launched the S-Print Pro, a compact sand 3D printer aimed at small and mid-sized foundries looking to cut costs and expand production. State Politics/Health: Michigan House Democrats introduced an insulin affordability bill that would cap insured patients’ out-of-pocket insulin costs at $35 per month, with the measure headed to the House Insurance Committee. Education: The Michigan Department of Education released a plan to improve outcomes for students with disabilities, including creating a bipartisan special education committee to visit districts and shape future policy. Public Safety/Youth Justice: The Michigan Center for Youth Justice won a $1M grant to build community-led alternatives to youth incarceration. Detroit Sports: The Tigers swept the White Sox after a 5-4 comeback win, and Monday they open a three-game home series vs. the Yankees with Framber Valdez on the mound. GM & Jobs: GM replaced 1,000-plus Factory Zero workers in Detroit with 50 cobots, drawing union backlash.

PWHL Detroit: The league’s Detroit team keeps stacking its roster, signing Michigan native Melissa Channel-Watkins plus Stephanie Markowski and Mia Biotti during the open signing period. Tigers vs. White Sox: Detroit rallied late and beat Chicago 5-4 in 10 innings, with Dillon Dingler driving in the tying run and Matt Vierling delivering the go-ahead bloop. Pistons: Detroit’s Trajan Langdon says the team is staying focused on building around its core trio—Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren and Ausar Thompson—while looking for more postseason-ready pieces. Safety: An 87-year-old died in a Grand Blanc Township e-bike crash, the latest in a string of deadly micromobility incidents. Local sports & events: The Detroit Lions’ offseason chatter continues, while the 68th Ford Fireworks returns Monday with new viewing options downtown. Community: A Thomas Cooley High alumnus is suing to pause demolition and push for public review of alternatives.

Detroit Tigers: Troy Melton struck out five and allowed one hit in six innings as Detroit beat the Chicago White Sox 4-1, with Dillon Dingler driving in runs and going deep; the series wraps Sunday at Comerica Park. Flint Public Safety: Michigan State Police are investigating a Saturday shooting on Dort Highway in Flint that drew a heavy police response; the Flint major case unit is on it and Crime Stoppers is asking for tips. Lansing/State Policy: Michigan’s AI workforce strategy says AI could reshape nearly 2.8 million jobs, with repetitive office work most at risk, while leadership and people skills may grow in value. Legislative Update: Michigan lawmakers advanced expanded rules for golf carts on neighborhood streets, with House and Senate passing similar bills that now head to Gov. Whitmer. Weather: Father’s Day in Metro Detroit looks mostly dry, but rain is expected later Sunday into Monday. Community & Safety: Allegan County authorities say a juvenile male drowned after struggling in water at Trestle Park; a bystander pulled one teen out while the second was recovered hours later.

State Policy: The Michigan House passed “science of reading” bills requiring K-5 educators and teacher prep programs to complete training, with deadlines stretching to 2031-32 and new-certification rules starting in 2027. Local Transportation: Michigan lawmakers also advanced expanded golf-cart use on neighborhood streets, with both chambers passing similar bills that now go to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Detroit Safety & Community: Dearborn is boosting police presence and adding a temporary youth curfew around the Fourth of July, plus tighter rules on where and when fireworks can be used. Sports (Detroit): The Tigers rallied late to beat the White Sox 4-1, with Troy Melton limiting Chicago to one hit over six innings and Dillon Dingler driving in two runs. Crime & Courts: Three Michigan men were arrested in Las Vegas in connection with an alleged MGM Grand kidnapping and beating tied to a fake sports-betting scheme. Health: A Grand Blanc Township e-bike crash killed an 87-year-old rider after a driver attempted to pass and the e-bike turned in front.

Public Health: Michigan’s overdose death rate has dropped 47% since 2021, with preliminary 2025 figures projecting 16.4 deaths per 100,000 residents versus 30.8 in 2021, as officials credit opioid settlement-funded prevention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery efforts. State Services: The Michigan Secretary of State is hosting a Road to Restoration clinic in Battle Creek on June 24 to help people understand how to regain driving privileges, with consultations, vision testing and the written exam available on-site. Cost of Living: A growing number of southern Michigan residents are reportedly crossing into Indiana for cheaper gas after Indiana’s 30-day fuel tax holiday, prompting calls in Michigan for similar relief. Detroit Sports: The Tigers beat the White Sox 4-3 behind Tarik Skubal’s eight strikeouts and home runs from Matt Vierling and Kerry Carpenter, while Justin Verlander’s return has been delayed again due to a hamstring injury. Community & Safety: Southwest Detroit’s E&L Supermercado reopened Friday after an arson fire shut it down in May.

Detroit Development & Culture: Tigris, a new Hi-Fi listening bar and café at 2545 Bagley St., opens Saturday in Mexicantown with a vinyl collection, guest DJs, and a Middle Eastern-inspired cocktail menu at night. Public Safety: Holly police are investigating after an unidentified child was spotted wandering near a home on Elm Street; the child’s location is still unknown. Courts & Immigration: A D.C. judge sent an elite Michigan EV engineer’s visa fight back to federal court in Michigan. Church Restructuring: The Archdiocese of Detroit is asking parishioners for feedback on draft plans that could pause weekend Masses at up to 90 parishes. Education: The U.S. Department of Education is investigating Ann Arbor, Monroe, and Chippewa Valley school districts over transgender athlete and locker room policies under Title IX. Local Crime: Detroit police are investigating after an arsonist torched a woman’s U-Haul before she could move into her Detroit home. State Policy: Michigan House Republicans unveiled a hospital cost review plan aimed at limiting nonprofit hospital price hikes and mergers. Economy & Jobs: Dow workers in the Great Lakes Bay Region are receiving layoff notices tied to the company’s AI and automation push.

Tigers Trade Deadline Pressure: Tarik Skubal says the Detroit Tigers must “play better baseball or else” as the Aug. 3 deadline nears, with Detroit (30-44) hosting the White Sox for a 3-game set. Local Veterans: Michigan Vietnam Veterans were honored at a lapel pinning ceremony in Grand Blanc, part of a statewide welcome-home effort. Education & Literacy: A Lansing push would require “science of reading” training for K-5 educators, aiming to lift Michigan’s low fourth-grade reading results. Auto Insurance Fight: A Senate bill would mandate at least 10% auto rate reductions, but the insurance industry group APCIA says it’s market manipulation and urges rejection. Legal System Scrutiny: Michigan courts sanctioned an attorney over AI-generated fake cases in a malpractice dispute. Energy & Grid Planning: A bill would allow high-voltage power lines along existing highway corridors to speed projects and reduce landowner concerns. Detroit Community & Safety: Police are investigating a downtown Detroit death after a body was found with “heavy trauma.” Sports & Culture: PWHL Detroit drafted Swiss goalie Andrea Brändli, and Detroit’s Flag Day Corvette gathering drew nearly 300 cars to Belle Isle.

Affordable Housing Boost: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced more than $18.9 million in federal 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits to create 603 affordable units across 13 projects, including permanent supportive housing and workforce housing. Consumer Protection: State Rep. Rylee Linting introduced a bill to ban “surveillance pricing” in Michigan, arguing companies shouldn’t use personal data to tailor higher prices. Jobs Watch: Michigan’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate ticked up to 5.1% in May, still above the national 4.3%. Public Health & Water: Northwest Michigan’s beach monitoring program starts June 22, with weekly E. coli testing and advisories when bacteria levels run high; in Grand Traverse County, two beaches (East Bay Park, Sunset Park) are under advisories after June 17 results. Detroit Sports & Local Life: The Tigers are set to recall Toronto-born infielder/outfielder Trei Cruz, while Wenceel Perez is sidelined after a freak training-room injury. Gun Rights Ruling: The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously limited federal prosecution of legal marijuana users who possess firearms, a decision with potential ripple effects for Michigan consumers.

Detroit Auto Talks: Unifor says it’s bracing for the most consequential bargaining in its history as Detroit Three contract talks kick off Monday in Toronto, with tariffs, trade uncertainty, and Chinese EV pressure hanging over the sector. Detroit Sports: The Tigers’ Wenceel Pérez is “pretty concerned” after a training-room accident snapped a resistance band and hit him below the left eye; Detroit also dealt with an oblique strain sidelining Gleyber Torres. PWHL Detroit: The 2026 PWHL Draft drew a packed downtown Detroit stage, with Vancouver taking Caroline Harvey first overall and Detroit selecting Swiss goalie Andrea Brändli. Michigan Courts: Michigan’s court-ordered Alternative Dispute Resolution rules are holding steady, keeping ADR built into civil cases. State Government/Taxes: Michigan Treasury hit a milestone with 95% of individual income tax returns processed, with millions already completed and refunds underway. Local Health: Bronson Healthcare received an $80,000 state grant to expand sickle cell care for adults in southwest Michigan. Community/Infrastructure: Oscoda will hold a public meeting June 22 on its Downtown Water Main project. Weather: Cool, mostly cloudy conditions with a chance of morning showers, then clearing.

Health & Privacy: Michigan DHHS is ending its Michigan-specific Vaccine Information Statements after it couldn’t show federal approval for the long-used forms; parents will now get the official MCIR opt-out form at every vaccination site statewide. Energy & Infrastructure: The federal government is issuing a $1.6B loan to Detroit-based DTE Energy to modernize Michigan’s natural gas pipeline system, including upgrades to about 800 miles of pipeline and a compressor station. Public Safety: Michigan State Police will close the Northville Forensic Science Laboratory, moving work to other labs in the statewide network to avoid costly repairs. Politics: A Mission Michigan TV ad puts U.S. Rep. John James front and center in the GOP governor primary, while a poll dispute has erupted involving the McMorrow campaign and a Michigan pollster. Local Government & Housing: The Michigan Senate passed bills creating state-managed retirement savings accounts for workers without employer plans, sending the package to the House. Detroit & Metro: Detroit school board approved a $1.1B budget focused on attendance, security, and staffing, including more counselors and assistant principals.