Commissioners pick new metro Detroit districts after court order to redraw some boundaries
Some voters will find themselves in different districts when they head to the polls in the next election. Get a closer look at the lines here.
Michigan lawmaker removed from committee assignment over 'great replacement' post
Oxford conservative Rep. Josh Schriver appeared to endorse a racist conspiracy theory on social media last week, drawing fire from both Michigan Democrats and Republicans.
Michigan Rep. Josh Schriver under fire for 'great replacement' post
"When elected representatives like Rep. Schriver promote this kind of racist rhetoric, he really jeopardizes the safety of people of color all across the state," said Democratic state Rep. Jason Hoskins.
House minority leader Matt Hall asked to step down amid domestic violence allegations
Republican State Rep. Jim DeSana of Wyandotte is calling on Hall to step down.
3 Michigan redistricting commissioners resign, random selection to be held in January
The Michigan Department of State will host a random selection to replace the departing members on Wednesday, Jan. 3.
Experts say court's decision to redraw 13 seats in Michigan's Legislature was necessary
In a detailed opinion spanning over 100 pages, three judges declared on Thursday that the map was unconstitutional and illegally influenced by racial factors.
Two people with close ties to former Michigan House leader charged with financial crimes
The charges against Rob and Anne Minard rose from an ongoing investigation of Republican Lee Chatfield, who has been the source of a statewide investigation.
Special primary election to fill state House seats requested for Jan. 30, general election in April
The vacancy splitting the chamber to a 54-54 deadlock was caused by Democrats Lori Stone being elected as Warren mayor and Kevin Coleman elected as Westland mayor.
Michigan House violated Open Meetings Act during gun safety debate, judge rules
The state passed three gun safety laws this year, including one that would authorize a judge to order someone have their firearms removed from their possession.
Michigan lawmakers adjourn a month early after breakneck pace of passing laws
The abrupt end to this year's session was done so to ensure Michigan is the fifth state to hold its presidential primary. It also came after Democrats lost their majority in the state House.
Detroiters put city's tax plan proposal to the test with new estimator
The Land Value Tax Plan is still a ways away from becoming law. But citizens can find out how much they would save now.
Michigan Democrats lose majority in House after Westland, Warren mayoral races
What does a 54-54 tie mean for the Michigan legislature?
Could mayoral races in Warren and Westland upend control in Lansing?
The balance of power is so slim in Lansing that if both Democrats running for mayor win, it could push the party's leverage in the state House out of the majority.
Michigan energy package sets 2040 deadline for 100% clean power, strips local groups of large projects
Michigan's new energy package sets a deadline for 100% clean energy production by 2040. It also strips local governments of the authority to rule on large-scale wind and solar projects.
Michigan Democrats' send watered-down package expanding abortion access to Whitmer's desk
Democrats had larger plans for the Reproductive Health Act, but a Detroit lawmaker whose vote was needed to pass the package disagreed with some portions.
NIL deals for high school student athletes? Michigan House passes rule allowing benefits from likeness
Under the bill, a high school student athlete in Michigan could make money off of their name, image, and likeness.
I-75 carpool lanes to open in metro Detroit at the end of October
The Michigan House granted approval to carpool lanes earlier this week, sending it to a likely passage by the governor.
Michigan K-12 students could take medical marijuana on school premises under new bill
The bill is the latest example of how the state is attempting to update policies with the changing drug landscape in Michigan.
Detroit Democrat a 'no' vote on repealing abortion restrictions in Michigan
Rep. Karen Whitsett was the lone Democrat to oppose several new bills that would expand access to an abortion in Michigan.
Abortion, paid family leave, 100% clean energy - Whitmer eyes aggressive agenda for rest of 2023
Armed with a Democratic trifecta in Lansing for the first time in 40 years, the governor and lawmakers hope to keep the pressure on in the second-half of 2023.