Michigan Senate leader and parent of MSU student reflects on mass shooting one year later
The events of that night provided momentum in the legislature to pass a series of gun safety-related measures that went into effect this week.
Official: Fake Michigan Certificate of Votes mailed to U.S. Senate after 2020 presidential election
The defendants have insisted that their actions were not illegal, even though Joe Biden won Michigan by 155,000 votes over then-President Donald Trump, a result confirmed by a GOP-led state Senate investigation in 2021.
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.
Michigan voters react to Trump staying on state primary ballot: 'He's too dangerous'
“Unless the U.S. Supreme Court rules otherwise, Donald Trump will be on the ballot for our Republican presidential primary on Feb. 27, 2024," according to Michigan SOS Jocelyn Benson.
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.
Report: Trump told 2 Wayne County canvassers not to certify 2020 election results
The then president pressured Wayne County Board of Canvassers members Monica Palmer and William Hartmann over a phone call that took place on Nov. 17, 2020, according to audio recordings obtained and reviewed by The Detroit News.
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.
Second U.S. Senate candidate alleges being offered $20M to drop bid, run against Rashida Tlaib
He's the second candidate to claim being offered millions of dollars to run against the Detroit Democrat after Hill Harper confirmed a similar allegation last week.
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.
Dan Kildee announces he won't run for reelection in Michigan's 8th Congressional District
Dan Kildee had surgery for cancer earlier this year, which was successful. But it also sparked more questions about his future.
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.
Michigan lawmakers repeal nation's only immunity law that shields drug companies from liability
Michigan is the only state that shields pharmaceutical companies from liability if their products injure or kill citizens.
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.