Michigan SOS Benson hosts post-election press conference
The SOS said a total of 5.5 million Michiganders have cast their ballots in the 2024 Election, matching record-breaking numbers from 2020.
Donald Trump wins presidency • Tight race between Slotkin, Rogers • Republicans win majority of Senate
On Wednesday's News Hit: - Donald Trump will again occupy the White House after winning the 2024 election. - The race to fill Debbie Stabenow's seat is close, with Elissa Slotkin and Mike Rogers neck and neck. - Republicans won a majority of the U.S. Senate, retaking the upper chamber for the first time in four years.
Ballot counting continues in Michigan as race called for Donald Trump
Though the votes are still being counted in Michigan, the presidential election has been called for Donald Trump after he received enough votes to win his second term in the White House.
Election worker crashes transporting ballots in Detroit
Detroit police say the ballots remained secure during the crash that injured the election worker on West Grand Blvd.
Detroit votes slowed due to crash, absentee counting
Wayne County authorities had hoped to have all the votes counted by midnight on election night -- but will fall far short of that goal.
Haley Stevens wins Michigan's 11th
Democrat Haley Stevens wins Michigan's 11th district over Republican Nick Somberg.
Cause still unknown for the massive deadly Southfield apartment fire
One person was killed and two others were injured from smoke inhalation in a massive apartment fire that officials are still trying to figure out the cause of.
Jocelyn Benson: Michigan breaking turnout records
Michigan showed up in a big way on election day with another record-breaking cycle, the secretary of state said.
Battle for US House seat brings John James-Carl Marlinga rematch
A razor-thin margin decided the race in 2022, and two years later James is defending his seat against the same challenger.
Voting machines go down at Bow Elementary, voters saying they were told to leave their ballots
Voters were met with chaos at Bow Elementary after machines went down. These voters say they are not taking any chances when making their voices heard in Michigan.
NAACP Detroit Branch volunteers help people get to the polls
The NAACP is working to help anyone with transportation challenges to get to cast their vote, while delivering supplies to poll workers Tuesday.
Early voting boosts prospect of record turnout in Michigan
The Michigan Secretary of State said on election day the state could be looking at the biggest turnout its seen ever. Part of why is the early voting and absentee ballot options that made it easier to participate in the election.
What voters are feeling as they go to the polls across metro Detroit
Voters across Michigan are casting their ballots and experts expect a record turnout for the state.
Technical difficulties at one Detroit polling place
Election day started slow for some election tabulators in Detroit after reports that machines were not accepting ballots. The issue has since been fixed, but some voters were left upset by the problem.
Election Showdown: Michigan voters head to the polls
Millions of Americans are heading to the polls on Election Day and with the election possibly being one of the closest in history, voters have until 8 p.m. to make their voices heard.
How the 2024 election may impact Detroit's culture
Bre Teamer chats with Eric Thomas about the 2024 presidential election's impact on Detroit's culture.
Michigan voters flock to the polls on Election Day
Voters who waited to cast their ballots on Election Day are flocking to the polls around Michigan. Voters have until 8 p.m. to visit a polling place or submit their absentee ballot.
Do political flyers and texts actually impact voting?
Are all those political flyers stuffed in your mailbox making a difference? What about the barrage of texts? A Michigan State University political scientist explains the strategies behind inundating voters with flyers and texts.
How election could impact Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
Though Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is not on the ballot this Election Day, the results could still impact her. Republicans could take control of the house, which would hinder the Democratic governor's ability to get items on her agenda passed.
Presidential campaigns make final stops in Michigan
Minnesota governor and vice presidential hopeful Tim Walz campaigned in Detroit on Monday night, while former President Donald Trump spent time in Grand Rapids, as he has done the night before the past two presidential elections.