Chris Quintana, USA Today, The high cost of attendance at these institutions and the fact that many students are unable to repay their loans due to low earnings after graduation begs the questions: Is college worth it?

The crew discusses the importance of count day for Michigan public schools and the ups and downs of gas prices.

Paula Gardner, Bridge MI, Michigan businesses are watching the pace of hourly wage growth, as inflation ebbs but wages remain higher. They fear pay will continue to escalate, keeping prices high.

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Jeff, Mark, and Kristin recap the State of the Union address and well as highlight the heroic act of a mother who saved her son from a mountain lion. The crew also discusses the hype behind the Beatles arriving in America on this day in history.

Jeff, Kristin, and Mark discuss the outrageous fashion statements at the Grammys and highlight the implications of the Chinese spy balloon.

Jeff and Kristin discuss the challenges faced by working mothers who are returning to the office after the pandemic and the need for more support and flexibility in the workplace which is not limited to just mothers, but can benefit all workers.

Tanya Lewis, Scientific American, breaks down how many countries saw drops in life expectancy during the pandemic, but some populations have suffered more than others.

The crew discusses the rapid rise of ChatGPT, a 6 year olds food frenzy, and a ground hog day discrepancy.

Lindsay Moore, MLive, This year Mackinac businesses requested 1,183 visas for migrant workers, but only 30% are expected to be approved. What are businesses to do?