Election worker charged with crimes after sticking USB into voter registration book
The incident had no impact on election results, but officials said it was "extremely egregious and incredibly alarming" to see.
The incident had no impact on election results, but officials said it was "extremely egregious and incredibly alarming" to see.
Michigan will allow clerks to process absentee ballots two days before election
Michigan's election results were delayed for days in the 2020 election in part because absentee ballots couldn't be processed ahead of time. The new law alleviates some of that.
Michigan's election results were delayed for days in the 2020 election in part because absentee ballots couldn't be processed ahead of time. The new law alleviates some of that.
Michigan governor hopeful Tudor Dixon makes light of Whitmer kidnap plot
Tudor Dixon compared Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's policies to the plot to kidnap the governor.
Tudor Dixon compared Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's policies to the plot to kidnap the governor.
Michigan governor race: Whitmer's lead grows over Dixon in latest survey
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is favored by 16 points over her Republican opponent in the Michigan governor race, Tudor Dixon in the latest Detroit Free Press statewide survey.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is favored by 16 points over her Republican opponent in the Michigan governor race, Tudor Dixon in the latest Detroit Free Press statewide survey.
House passes US election law overhaul in response to Jan. 6 Capitol riot
The House has passed legislation to overhaul the rules for certifying the results of a presidential election as lawmakers accelerate their response to the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection and Donald Trump’s failed attempt to remain in power.
The House has passed legislation to overhaul the rules for certifying the results of a presidential election as lawmakers accelerate their response to the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection and Donald Trump’s failed attempt to remain in power.
Abortion rights will appear on November ballot, Michigan Supreme Court rules
The Michigan Supreme Court ruled that abortion rights will be on the November ballot.
The Michigan Supreme Court ruled that abortion rights will be on the November ballot.
Dana Nessel says she won't debate Matt DePerno in Michigan attorney general race
Debating the Republican nominee would likely require Nessel to comment on a probe her office oversaw into alleged mishandling of voter tabulators by DePerno, the AG said.
Debating the Republican nominee would likely require Nessel to comment on a probe her office oversaw into alleged mishandling of voter tabulators by DePerno, the AG said.
Absentee ballots application open for Michigan November election
Clerks are expected to mail out absentee voter ballots in late September ahead of a pivotal general election in November.
Clerks are expected to mail out absentee voter ballots in late September ahead of a pivotal general election in November.
Unsuccessful Sterling Heights City Council candidate accused of submitting forged ballot applications
Sterling Heights City Council candidate Paul Manni is accused of forging absentee ballot applications ahead of a 2021 election.
Sterling Heights City Council candidate Paul Manni is accused of forging absentee ballot applications ahead of a 2021 election.
Group of doctors blast Tudor Dixon's anti-abortion stance
The Republican gubernatorial candidate opposes abortion except for the life of the mother, which some doctors are taking issued with.
The Republican gubernatorial candidate opposes abortion except for the life of the mother, which some doctors are taking issued with.
Watch: Republican gubernatorial candidate debate at Mackinac Policy Conference
Tudor Dixon, Ralph Rebandt, Kevin Rinke and Garrett Soldono will take part in the debate after three other candidates - most notably James Craig, were disqualified due to faulty signatures.
Tudor Dixon, Ralph Rebandt, Kevin Rinke and Garrett Soldono will take part in the debate after three other candidates - most notably James Craig, were disqualified due to faulty signatures.
Voting software vulnerable in some states, cyber agency says
The voting machines used in over a dozen states can potentially be hacked due to the vulnerable software.
The voting machines used in over a dozen states can potentially be hacked due to the vulnerable software.
James Craig among 5 GOP challengers for governor recommended to be disqualified from primary
The state election bureau has recommended that five GOP candidates for governor - including former Detroit Police Chief James Craig - to be left off the August Primary ballot due to a lack of valid signatures, reports Tim Skubick.
The state election bureau has recommended that five GOP candidates for governor - including former Detroit Police Chief James Craig - to be left off the August Primary ballot due to a lack of valid signatures, reports Tim Skubick.
Adam Hollier accused of campaign finance violation by US Congressional race opponent
Calling it “The Hollier Challenge” Michael Griffie is alleging Adam Hollier is in violation of campaign finance law. Both Griffe, an attorney, and Hollier, a current state senator — are running for the same seat.
Calling it “The Hollier Challenge” Michael Griffie is alleging Adam Hollier is in violation of campaign finance law. Both Griffe, an attorney, and Hollier, a current state senator — are running for the same seat.
State AG Nessel calls Trump-backed challenger DePerno 'loose cannon'
Dana Nessel also believes in part that GOP rhetoric has boosted death threats against female officer holders in this state.
Dana Nessel also believes in part that GOP rhetoric has boosted death threats against female officer holders in this state.
Progressive voter's rights group on high alert for Trump Michigan visit, midterms
Tiffany Muller is president of "End Citizens United - Let America Vote." Her group launched "Democracy Defenders Program" which will use $7 million to support Democrat attorney generals and secretary of state candidates nationally including Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.
Tiffany Muller is president of "End Citizens United - Let America Vote." Her group launched "Democracy Defenders Program" which will use $7 million to support Democrat attorney generals and secretary of state candidates nationally including Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.
Michigan redistricting commission reverses its 7% pay raise
The panel boosted their salaries up to $60,000 late last year on an 8-3 vote, arguing the cost-of-living adjustment was needed to account for high inflation. Anger soon followed.
The panel boosted their salaries up to $60,000 late last year on an 8-3 vote, arguing the cost-of-living adjustment was needed to account for high inflation. Anger soon followed.
Michigan Democrats propose bills to extend early in-person voting, ban guns at polls; Republicans oppose
Michigan Democrats are intorducing new legislation to make it easier and safer for voters to be heard. Republicans, however, say this is voter suppression.
Michigan Democrats are intorducing new legislation to make it easier and safer for voters to be heard. Republicans, however, say this is voter suppression.
Amid growing election threats, Voting Rights Act amendment proposed by Congressman Andy Levin
Two years ago, the protests over the lawful election grew wildly out of control. Now Michigan Congressman Andy Levin is proposing an amendment to the Voting Rights Act to protect volunteers, employees, and the equipment.
Two years ago, the protests over the lawful election grew wildly out of control. Now Michigan Congressman Andy Levin is proposing an amendment to the Voting Rights Act to protect volunteers, employees, and the equipment.
Three Metro Detroit special election primaries to watch
Seats in Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb counties opened up last year following vacancies in respective seats. Here's what to know.
Seats in Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb counties opened up last year following vacancies in respective seats. Here's what to know.