The Electoral College: How does it work? Why do we have it? Could it ever change? Here’s what you need know
The Electoral College is a centuries-old body that elects the president of the United States. But why do we use this method? And how likely are we to change it?
The Electoral College is a centuries-old body that elects the president of the United States. But why do we use this method? And how likely are we to change it?
Here are the Senate races to watch in the 2020 election
There are 35 seats up for election in 2020. Here are some of the hotly contested races for Democrats and Republicans, as well as the states that are deemed true toss-ups.
There are 35 seats up for election in 2020. Here are some of the hotly contested races for Democrats and Republicans, as well as the states that are deemed true toss-ups.
John James challenges Gary Peters for another run at U.S. Senate
Michigan Senator Gary Peters is being challenged by John James, who surprised many two years ago when he gave Debbie Stabenow a close race for the Senate.
Michigan Senator Gary Peters is being challenged by John James, who surprised many two years ago when he gave Debbie Stabenow a close race for the Senate.
How to track my ballot in Michigan
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson explains how you can track your absentee ballot's status before Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson explains how you can track your absentee ballot's status before Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020.
How to change your vote in Michigan before Election Day
Michigan is one of the few states that allows voters to change their mind about who they're voting for until the day before Election Day.
Michigan is one of the few states that allows voters to change their mind about who they're voting for until the day before Election Day.
Trump, Biden go all in on Michigan in final days of 2020 election
Both nominees Joe Biden and Donald Trump are forging ahead in Michigan as some of the last campaign stops they'll make this 2020 election cycle.
Both nominees Joe Biden and Donald Trump are forging ahead in Michigan as some of the last campaign stops they'll make this 2020 election cycle.
Swing state guide: Battleground states become focus in 2020 election
The path to the presidency relies on about a dozen key swing states which are viewed as important in determining the outcome of the election.
The path to the presidency relies on about a dozen key swing states which are viewed as important in determining the outcome of the election.
Detroit city clerk says 500 ballots were not lost in mail, but spoiled
Spoiled means null and void. They wouldn't be able to be processed through the voting machines set up at the TCF Center.
Spoiled means null and void. They wouldn't be able to be processed through the voting machines set up at the TCF Center.
Michigan court rejects appeal to ban open carry of guns, citing voter intimidation laws
A Michigan appeals court has ruled against the secretary of state's appeal to allow the ban of open carry of guns outside polling places, saying that voter intimidation is already illegal.
A Michigan appeals court has ruled against the secretary of state's appeal to allow the ban of open carry of guns outside polling places, saying that voter intimidation is already illegal.
"We are prepared for 100%" Detroit voting officials ready up for busy election day
The Detroit City Clerk will discuss election systems in the city today at the TCF Center.
The Detroit City Clerk will discuss election systems in the city today at the TCF Center.
Black Girls Vote sends boxes of Detroit treats and info meant to empower and inform
What Nykidra Robinson of Detroit launched five years ago was a group called Black Girls Vote. What they came up with this year-party at the mailbox.
What Nykidra Robinson of Detroit launched five years ago was a group called Black Girls Vote. What they came up with this year-party at the mailbox.
Rev. Al Sharpton joins stage at Sen. Gary Peters campaign rally in Detroit
Senator Gary Peters rallied in Detroit Wednesday, joined by Rev. Al Sharpton, in a push to mobilize Detroit voters.
Senator Gary Peters rallied in Detroit Wednesday, joined by Rev. Al Sharpton, in a push to mobilize Detroit voters.
VP Mike Pence in Flint touts auto industry investment in Michigan
Tonight as the sun went down, Air Force Two touched down at Flint Bishop Airport. Pence hustled up to the podium, highlighting the importance of Michigan in this election.
Tonight as the sun went down, Air Force Two touched down at Flint Bishop Airport. Pence hustled up to the podium, highlighting the importance of Michigan in this election.
US Postal Service scrambles after reports of absentee ballots not delivered to some Detroiters
Did several absentee ballots get lost in the mail? The United States Postal Service says it has been made aware a number of ballots have not been delivered in Detroit as anticipated.
Did several absentee ballots get lost in the mail? The United States Postal Service says it has been made aware a number of ballots have not been delivered in Detroit as anticipated.
Michigan November election guide: register to vote, absentee ballots, important deadlines
The 2020 general election is scheduled for Nov. 3. For anyone planning on voting, there's plenty of ways for residents to get registered and cast their ballot.
The 2020 general election is scheduled for Nov. 3. For anyone planning on voting, there's plenty of ways for residents to get registered and cast their ballot.
Facebook, Twitter, Google CEOs get earful on bias, warning of new limits
With next week’s election looming, the CEOs of Twitter, Facebook and Google are being scolded by Republicans at a Senate hearing for alleged anti-conservative bias in the companies’ social media platforms.
With next week’s election looming, the CEOs of Twitter, Facebook and Google are being scolded by Republicans at a Senate hearing for alleged anti-conservative bias in the companies’ social media platforms.
Barack Obama joining Joe Biden in Michigan at rally on Oct. 31
Former president Barack Obama will be joining Joe Biden in Michigan on Saturday, October 31, 2020. Details have yet to be announced.
Former president Barack Obama will be joining Joe Biden in Michigan on Saturday, October 31, 2020. Details have yet to be announced.
Election leaders estimate record-breaking turnout in Michigan
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer will speak at 1 p.m. about efforts the state is taking to ensure a convenient election.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer will speak at 1 p.m. about efforts the state is taking to ensure a convenient election.
Record 74M early votes cast with less than a week until Election Day 2020
At least 74 million Americans have voted in the 2020 presidential election with less than a week to go until Election Day, according to data compiled Wednesday.
At least 74 million Americans have voted in the 2020 presidential election with less than a week to go until Election Day, according to data compiled Wednesday.
State judge allows guns to be open carried outside Election Day polls
The ruling from Chief Judge Christopher Murray came Tuesday after Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's recent executive order to ban them within 100 feet of polling locations Nov. 3.
The ruling from Chief Judge Christopher Murray came Tuesday after Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's recent executive order to ban them within 100 feet of polling locations Nov. 3.