Michigan lawmakers pass $81B budget with road funding plan and cuts elsewhere

It required compromise between each chamber, yielding a new road funding program, a massive wholesale tax on marijuana, while other parts of previous funding deals like universal free school lunches were maintained.

DOJ suing Oregon and Maine as it seeks voter data in multiple states

The Justice Department is requesting voter data, some containing sensitive information, for what the agency argues is needed to ensure state election officials are complying with election laws.

Trump says he will require voter ID with executive order

President Donald Trump says he plans to sign an executive order aimed at requiring voter ID in elections across the country.

Online voting option coming soon for overseas Michigan military members

Military members from Michigan who are stationed overseas will soon be able to vote in elections online by returning their ballots to their clerks digitally.

Hamtramck councilmembers charged with election fraud, forgery

The shadow of criminal investigations in Hamtramck grew a little bit longer on Monday when charges were authorized against two councilmembers leading the city.

Kinloch faces tall task against Sheffield in Detroit mayor contest in November

That's the big question hovering over Detroit politics after Mary Sheffield romped to a resounding victory in the mayoral primary. Both candidates will face off in the general election to decide the city's next leader.

Detroit Mayoral Race: Mary Sheffield, Solomon Kinloch to face off in November

Mary Sheffield will advance to the November election following a dominant run in the Detroit mayoral campaign. The Associated Press declared her at least one of the two candidates that will face off for the city's top seat.

Michigan August 2025 Election Results: Votes for Detroit mayor, Southeast Michigan bond proposals, and more

Mayoral races in Detroit and Pontiac, ballot proposals in Livonia and Novi, and dozens of other local races are underway around Michigan. Here are the results for some of the mayor races FOX 2 is tracking.

Michigan primary elections: How to preview your ballot

Michigan voters can view their ballot before they head to the polls for the Aug. 5 primary election.

Todd Perkins says he’s the neighborhood mayor Detroit needs

Attorney Todd Perkins says his campaign for mayor is rooted in a simple idea… Detroit’s next chapter must begin in the neighborhoods.

Fred Durhal III eyes bold tax cuts, neighborhood investment

Detroit mayoral candidate Fred Durhal III believes the city is on the cusp of a new chapter, one focused on equitable growth, tax reform, and neighborhood revitalization.

Saunteel Jenkins on safety: “We must keep our babies safe"

Former Detroit City Council President Saunteel Jenkins is making her return to city politics with a message that centers the places where most Detroiters live—the neighborhoods.

Mary Sheffield on curfews: “We’re holding parents responsible"

Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield says the city is at a turning point— one where curfews, housing, education, and cultural identity all converge to shape its next chapter.

Early voting kicks off in Detroit

Detroit Early Vote Centers will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. starting Saturday, and running through Aug. 4.

Early voting in Detroit begins this weekend - where to go

The August 5 Primary marks the first opportunity for residents to make their top picks for office, narrowing down the number of candidates eyeing leadership positions in Detroit.