Trump-allied lawyers ordered to pay Detroit and Michigan $175K
The fines are sanctions for abusing the court system with a sham lawsuit challenging the 2020 election, a judge said when ordering the attorneys to pay up.
Congresswomen, community activists rally for passage of Build Back Better
"I've had eight floods in Dearborn since June," said Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-12th District). "We need to build that resiliency. It's real - from flooding - to wildfires in California."
Defendants in animal abuse cases would pay shelter fees before conviction, Michigan House-approved bill says
The state House overwhelmingly approved the bill, which would offset the costs of shelter and vet fees onto the owner as criminal proceedings worked through the court.
Republican lawmakers pass school voucher bills Whitmer promises to veto
Students attending private schools could get up to $7,830 to pay for educational expenses. A financial review estimates as much as $500 million in state tax revenue could be cut.
Prosecutor: No charges for Metro Detroit rep. following allegations he threatened fellow lawmaker
Michigan State Police had been investigating allegations against Harrison Township Rep. Steve Marino after Birmingham Rep. Mari Manoogian said he sent threatening texts.
Michigan House approves elimination of "tampon tax" for first time
The legislation still needs to pass the Senate before the 6% tax on menstrual products can clear the legislature. A fiscal report estimates Michigan will lose out on $7 million annually.
Former Michigan Rep. Dale Kildee who served in Congress for 36 years dead at 92
Prior to entering politics, Dale Kildee had taught Latin to high school students before entering politics. He'd go on to work on childhood education, promote nutrition programs, and was an advocate for the auto industry.
Whitmer vetoes legislation in budget, allows voting machines to be online for Election Day
Another veto that has some scratching their heads is the governor's veto that would have created polling places at senior centers around the state. She said the bill would actually make it more difficult for seniors to vote.
State Rep. Andrea Schroeder dies at 57 of stomach cancer
She passed away after a long, hard-fought battle against stomach cancer. Schroeder represented the 43rd district that includes Lake Angelus Clarkston, Independence Township, and part of Waterford.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer to sign 2022 budget Wednesday, will deem some Covid sections unconstitutional
Whitmer’s office had already said she would block two sections affecting local health departments that Republicans hoped to secure during budget agreements.
Michigan's Debbie Dingell, Georgia' Marjorie Taylor Greene get in abortion rights shouting match
Dingell shouted about a "lack of civility." "You know what?" Greene responded, "Killing a baby up until birth is a lack of civility. It’s called murder." "We have lots of laws we follow," Dingell retorted. "You should practice the basic thing you're taught in church: Respect your neighbor."
New $70B state budget helps child care, state police and direct care health workers
The House Republicans also inserted language restricting the ability of the state and local governments to impose mask mandates on K-12, college students and others. The governor's office is researching the issue. Whitmer does not favor that and she could veto those restrictions.
Michigan's budget plan boosts child care, equips state police with body cams, increases nursing home wages
In order to secure the budget deal, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer agreed not to issue COVID-19 vaccine requirements that extend beyond President Joe Biden's rules.
Michigan lawmaker told another lawmaker he hoped her 'car explodes on the way in,' text messages show
In another text, Rep. Steve Marino told Rep. Mari Manoogian “You’re truly the worst human being I’ve ever met. I mean that with the utmost sincerity. Just a parasite.” The two had a previous relationship that ended more than a year ago.
Michigan lawmakers, governor reach state budget agreement
Both parties entered negotiations backed with a big surplus in consumer spending and other coronavirus relief funds, which likely eased what can be a tough legislative process.
State Rep. Steve Marino accused of domestic abuse from fellow lawmaker
"It can happen right here in our legislature, where abuse of power and threats to ruin a colleague's reputation, as well as threats of public shaming, can be used to intimidate fellow members of the legislature," Rep. Mari Manoogian said. "I am asking for privacy as I take steps to ensure my safety while I continue to represent my district and do the work of the people."
State police investigating Rep. Steve Marino for domestic abuse claim made by fellow lawmaker
"I would hope that we find that there’s a misunderstanding, but it sure looks like that there’s a problem here that needs to be addressed," Roe said.
Biles: FBI turned ‘blind eye’ to reports of gymnasts’ abuse
The FBI made “fundamental” errors in investigating sexual abuse allegations against former USA Gymnastics national team doctor Larry Nassar and did not treat the case with the “utmost seriousness,” the Justice Department’s inspector general said Wednesday.
Trump endorses challenger to Michigan Republican Fred Upton
Both Upton's challenger and a secretary of state candidate have pushed for an audit of the 2020 presidential election.
Republicans launch Secure MI vote to tighten election law; critics call it obstructionist
Under the Secure MI vote petition drive, if the absentee ballots did not have a driver's license number or last four digits of Social Security Number - they wouldn't be counted unless they provided proper ID.