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Michigan AG criticizes utility spending focus amid power outage concerns
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed comments with the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) in response to an audit of Consumers Energy Company and DTE Electric Company's electric distribution systems. -
Attorney General Nessel challenges Consumers Energy's proposed $248 million gas rate increase
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced her intervention in the latest rate case filed by Consumers Energy with the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). -
Attorney General warns Michigan residents about rising holiday season gift card scams
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reissued a consumer alert titled "Paying with a Gift Card" as part of her Holiday Scams Campaign. -
Court upholds EGLE's inspection rights amid ongoing wetland protection case
The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld the authority of Michigan's Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) to conduct inspections to ensure compliance with its orders. -
Attorney general cautions consumers about drop-shipping risks during holidays
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has renewed a consumer alert regarding the risks of drop-shipping, as part of her ongoing Holiday Scams Campaign. -
Michigan AG challenges parole decision for convicted rapist William Lamont Bonds
Today, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel submitted an emergency appeal in the 30th Circuit Court, Ingham County, to reverse the parole of William Lamont Bonds. -
Michigan AG reissues alert on consumer rights under scanner law
As the holiday season progresses, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has re-issued a consumer alert regarding the Michigan Scanner Law. -
Report details alleged sexual misconduct in Diocese of Lansing
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced the release of a report by the Department of Attorney General detailing allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct within the Diocese of Lansing. -
Michigan court upholds charges against two men in voter intimidation case
The Michigan Court of Appeals has upheld criminal charges against Jack Burkman and Jacob Wohl, confirming the Circuit Court's decision to deny a motion to quash the charges. -
Sault Ste. Marie man pleads no contest to threatening judge and prosecutor
Clifford Milam, a 26-year-old resident of Sault Ste. -
Attorney General appeals dismissal of neglect charges against police officers
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed an appeal in the 10th Circuit Court in Saginaw County. -
Attorney General warns Michiganders about holiday gifting scheme risks
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a warning to residents about illegal gifting schemes that may appear during the holiday season. -
AG Nessel issues alert on protecting credit cards from scammers
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reissued her Credit Card Safety consumer alert to help protect consumers from fraudsters, especially during the holiday season. -
Attorney General warns VoIP providers over suspected illegal robocalls
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued warnings to four voice service providers for allegedly transmitting illegal robocall traffic on their networks. -
Nessel joins coalition aiming at firearm industry accountability amid rising gun violence
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has aligned with a coalition of 16 attorneys general to address gun violence by holding the firearms industry accountable for irresponsible practices. -
South Lyon woman charged with embezzling over $200K from vulnerable adult
Tracie Green, a 64-year-old resident of South Lyon, has been arraigned in the 52-1 District Court in Novi. -
Michigan AG warns against AI-driven holiday scams
As the holiday season approaches, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is cautioning residents about the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) by scammers. -
Attorney General warns of increased puppy scams during holidays
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a warning to consumers about potential puppy scams during the holiday season. -
Michigan AG supports Senate bills banning ghost guns
The Senate Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety has advanced Senate Bills 1149 and 1150 for full consideration by the Michigan Senate. -
House committee advances bills enhancing protections for Michigan's vulnerable adults
Today, the House Committee on Families, Children and Seniors advanced Senate Bills 922-925 to the full House for consideration, as announced by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.