Senate-led investigation of Michigan's 2020 election uncovers no evidence of fraud
Any further investigation of theories alleging fraud, including those that looking at Antrim County would be "a complete waste of time" read the report, which found no evidence of fraud.
Conservative activist wants another audit of 2020 election in Michigan
A co-founder of the Michigan Conservative Coalition who falsely claims Donald Trump won the 2020 election wants an audit of the Michigan results similar to the one underway in Arizona.
Michigan Senate passes $6.6 billion federal aid package as lawmakers, Whitmer come to budget agreement
Under federal law, schools with higher numbers of poor students will receive a larger share of the extra money. Another $2.2 billion was approved for rent and local governments.
Where should Michigan spend $6.5 billion? Whitmer wants $250 million for state parks
The state Senate also recommended $1.5 billion to replace 400 locally-owned bridges - five times as much as what the Michigan governor recommended before cash flowed into the state.
Michigan House approves new financial disclosure and lobbying rules
Michigan is among just two states where lawmakers do not have to file disclosure reports, which can reveal conflicts of interest.
Michigan House passes bill that allows people to expunge first-time drunk driving convictions
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer pocket vetoed the bill last year for an unclear reason, enraging supporters of the legislation.
Phone call with US Rep. Debbie Dingell as she recovers from emergency surgery
US Rep. Debbie Dingell underwent emergency surgery for a perforated ulcer Friday night, according to published reports.
Business leaders angry over House-approved funding cuts to U-Mich and Wayne State
The proposed cuts would reallocate almost $40 million away from the University of Michigan and $8.2 million away from Wayne State. But funding would rise for seven other schools like Central, Eastern, and Grand Valley.
Michigan Democrats renew push for background checks for gun sales
Current loopholes in Michigan's gun laws make it so online and private transactions aren't subjected to background checks. Despite polls showing eight in 10 Americans supporting such measures, the bill is likely to die in the Republican-led Legislature.
Michigan Republican wants to create register for fact checkers and journalists
Critics argued the bill introduced by Rep. Matt Maddock violates First Amendment protections for journalists. The bill would fine fact checkers $1,000 every day they don't register.
Men behind voter suppression robo calls in Detroit head to trial
Jacob Wohl, 22, and Jack Burkman, 54, have been charged with election law crimes and using a computer to commit crimes.
Senate Republicans relax bill that closes drop boxes early
Instead of closing the drop boxes before Election Day in Michigan, the bill now proposes to close them three hours before polls close. Opponents to the legislation were not appeased.
Michigan lawmaker arrested after driving drunk, rolling vehicle
Rep. Bryan Posthumus was arrested Friday after he drifted off the road, hit a mailbox, and rolled over. His blood alcohol level was 0.13%.
Capitol rioter who went by "Yankee Patriot" threatened west Michigan dispatchers, Googled Whitmer
Jonathan Munafo made 143 calls to a West Michigan emergency line where he threatened to kill and maim the dispatcher. He was also one of the individuals who stormed the U.S. Capitol in January.
Michigan House approves bill that moves August primary to June
Legislation that would combine May and August elections into one day in June cleared the state House Tuesday. Many Democrats and some Republicans opposed the bill.
Parents of student-athletes blast lawmakers over 'asinine regulations'
"Our students should not be subjected to these asinine regulations that are not ethical, legally questionable and totally ineffective. Our students are not guinea pigs for the state of Michigan," she said.
Michigan House votes to subpoena former health director Robert Gordon over departure
Former health director Robert Gordon abruptly resigned from his post in January. It was later revealed he was paid $155,000 in severance when he left.
Michigan House introduces new transparency bills
Michigan is one of the least transparent governments in the country and only one of two states that don't require lawmakers to report personal finances when voting on bills.
Michigan GOP outlines plans for spending billions in federal Covid aid
The budget plan would send $13 billion to schools, local governments, child care, food and rental assistance, coronavirus testing, and vaccine distribution.
Tlaib speaks out after Biden, Sanders, Bill Maher, Chief Craig critical of “no more policing” tweet
At an event on Saturday, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib responds to her tweet earlier this week, calling to abolish policing in communities.