Michigan Republicans plan to add ID requirement to absentee ballot applications is dead
Lawmakers in the GOP-led state House received heavy pushback from election clerks and voting-rights advocates about plans to add an ID component to absentee ballots and signature verification at polling places.
Lawmakers in the GOP-led state House received heavy pushback from election clerks and voting-rights advocates about plans to add an ID component to absentee ballots and signature verification at polling places.
Taking Republican Senator up on his offer, Michigan AG to probe profiteers of election misinformation
On Thursday, a spokeswoman for Dana Nessel said the department had accepted a request from GOP state Sen. Ed McBroom to investigate those making money off of baseless election allegations.
On Thursday, a spokeswoman for Dana Nessel said the department had accepted a request from GOP state Sen. Ed McBroom to investigate those making money off of baseless election allegations.
Michigan House approves record funding for schools in newest budget
The state's newest budget essentially closes a funding gap for schools, adding an extra $589 per student for most districts. The House approved the measure by a 105-3 vote.
The state's newest budget essentially closes a funding gap for schools, adding an extra $589 per student for most districts. The House approved the measure by a 105-3 vote.
Michigan House votes to spend $10 million to offset losses from auto insurance reform
The state reduced auto insurance rates by 45% in cases of catastrophic injuries in a crash. But that means rehab facilities and in-home care providers will feel the squeeze and less money coming in.
The state reduced auto insurance rates by 45% in cases of catastrophic injuries in a crash. But that means rehab facilities and in-home care providers will feel the squeeze and less money coming in.
Rudy Giuliani's New York law license suspended
An appellate court in New York has suspended Rudy Giuliani's license to practice law for making "demonstrably false" statements about the 2020 presidential election on behalf of Donald Trump, his client.
An appellate court in New York has suspended Rudy Giuliani's license to practice law for making "demonstrably false" statements about the 2020 presidential election on behalf of Donald Trump, his client.
Trump attacks Michigan Republicans after senate report finds no fraud in 2020 election
The president accused the Republican Chair of the Oversight Committee and the Senate Majority leader of trying to "hide the truth" about the election. The Republican-led investigation found no evidence of fraud.
The president accused the Republican Chair of the Oversight Committee and the Senate Majority leader of trying to "hide the truth" about the election. The Republican-led investigation found no evidence of fraud.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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%.
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.
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.