1. In 1935, the Michigan State Police was established. The state police is the primary law enforcement agency in the state of Michigan and is responsible for protecting citizens and enforcing laws.
2. In 1943, the Packard Motor Car Company in Detroit began producing aviation engines for the United States military during World War II. The company was one of the largest manufacturers of aircraft engines during the war.
3. In 1952, the Detroit Tigers played their first game at Briggs Stadium, which later became known as Tiger Stadium. The Tigers played at the stadium until 1999, when they moved to their current home, Comerica Park.
4. In 1963, the Michigan Department of Social Services was established. The department provides a variety of services to residents of Michigan, including child welfare, food assistance, and Medicaid.
5. In 2008, the Michigan Supreme Court ruled that a voter referendum banning affirmative action in college admissions and government hiring practices was constitutional. The referendum, known as Proposal 2, was approved by voters in 2006 and prohibited the use of affirmative action based on race, gender, or national origin.