Pot on the ballot: Voters deciding on marijuana dispensaries in several Metro Detroit cities
When Metro Detroiters head to the polls Tuesday, some will be deciding if marijuana dispensaries should be allowed in their city.
When Metro Detroiters head to the polls Tuesday, some will be deciding if marijuana dispensaries should be allowed in their city.
Michigan 2023 election guide: November ballot info, poll times, how to register
You won't be voting for a president this year, but that doesn't mean there aren't significant races up for grabs - including two that could upend control in the Michigan legislature.
You won't be voting for a president this year, but that doesn't mean there aren't significant races up for grabs - including two that could upend control in the Michigan legislature.
Former Michigan Congressman Peter Meijer announces run for Stabenow's Senate seat
Peter Meijer is running for Senate, the former congressman announced Monday morning. He hopes to replace Sen. Debbie Stabenow, who is retiring.
Peter Meijer is running for Senate, the former congressman announced Monday morning. He hopes to replace Sen. Debbie Stabenow, who is retiring.
Michigan Democrats' send watered-down package expanding abortion access to Whitmer's desk
Democrats had larger plans for the Reproductive Health Act, but a Detroit lawmaker whose vote was needed to pass the package disagreed with some portions.
Democrats had larger plans for the Reproductive Health Act, but a Detroit lawmaker whose vote was needed to pass the package disagreed with some portions.
What to know about voting early in Michigan ahead of Nov. 7 election
Some Michigan voters cast their ballot in person early this fall as part of a pilot program ahead of next year, when all voters can do so. Several Metro Detroit communities are included in this early voting, including all cities in Oakland County, and Westland in Wayne County.
Some Michigan voters cast their ballot in person early this fall as part of a pilot program ahead of next year, when all voters can do so. Several Metro Detroit communities are included in this early voting, including all cities in Oakland County, and Westland in Wayne County.
Texas counties attempting to stop people from using roads to get an abortion grows
Texas is one of 13 states that bans abortion at all stages of pregnancy.
Texas is one of 13 states that bans abortion at all stages of pregnancy.
Michigan House Speaker Joe Tate reflects on first year leading, looks to the future
In January, Michigan House Representative Joe Tate became the first Black leader of the House. Now, he's returning to the city of Detroit to talk up his accomplishments.
In January, Michigan House Representative Joe Tate became the first Black leader of the House. Now, he's returning to the city of Detroit to talk up his accomplishments.
Republican Mike Johnson elected new House speaker
Congressman Mike Johnson of Louisiana has enough votes to be elected House speaker. The Republican majority has been without a speaker for three weeks.
Congressman Mike Johnson of Louisiana has enough votes to be elected House speaker. The Republican majority has been without a speaker for three weeks.
Michigan nears repeal of ban on giving voters rides to polls
Michigan was the only state with a law that banned giving someone a ride to the polls. The single stipulation was if the person couldn't walk.
Michigan was the only state with a law that banned giving someone a ride to the polls. The single stipulation was if the person couldn't walk.
Man stopped near Gov. Whitmer's Mackinac Island home worked on research against Democrats, report says
A man dressed in black who works for a group specializing in opposition research about Democrats was stopped while climbing a bluff near Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s summer residence on Mackinac Island in August.
A man dressed in black who works for a group specializing in opposition research about Democrats was stopped while climbing a bluff near Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s summer residence on Mackinac Island in August.
Rep. Tom Emmer withdraws bid for House speaker hours after winning GOP nomination
Republican Tom Emmer abruptly abandoned his bid to become House speaker Tuesday, withdrawing hours after winning the internal party nomination once it became clear he would not have enough support from GOP colleagues for the gavel.
Republican Tom Emmer abruptly abandoned his bid to become House speaker Tuesday, withdrawing hours after winning the internal party nomination once it became clear he would not have enough support from GOP colleagues for the gavel.
Mike Pence faces questions about how much longer his 2024 campaign can survive amid cash shortage
Pence ended September with just $1.18 million cash-on-hand, according to recent filings, and owed $621,000 in debt.
Pence ended September with just $1.18 million cash-on-hand, according to recent filings, and owed $621,000 in debt.
Law enforcement: avoid unwanted access to unsecured firearms with free gunlocks
Gunlocks are free and available at several Michigan law enforcement agencies. Police say responsible gun owners don’t take chances when it comes to gun safety.
Gunlocks are free and available at several Michigan law enforcement agencies. Police say responsible gun owners don’t take chances when it comes to gun safety.
Jim Jordan dropped as House speaker nominee: House back to square one
In all, Rep. Jim Jordan lost 25 Republican colleagues in Friday's vote, leaving him far from the majority needed.
In all, Rep. Jim Jordan lost 25 Republican colleagues in Friday's vote, leaving him far from the majority needed.
Republicans face death threats over House speaker vote
“Bullying don't work," said Rep. Don Bacon, a Republican centrist who has led the opposition to Jordan's nomination.
“Bullying don't work," said Rep. Don Bacon, a Republican centrist who has led the opposition to Jordan's nomination.
Jim Jordan loses second vote for House Speaker: What's next?
Jordan was opposed by 22 Republican detractors, two more than when he lost in the first round voting the day before.
Jordan was opposed by 22 Republican detractors, two more than when he lost in the first round voting the day before.
Former Michigan candidate for governor Ryan Kelley sentenced for Jan. 6 involvement
Kelley was sentenced to 60 days in federal prison for his involvement in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Kelley was sentenced to 60 days in federal prison for his involvement in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Republicans reject Rep. Jim Jordan for House speaker on first ballot, signaling more trouble ahead
Twenty Republicans voted against Jim Jordan, and some are still upset over Kevin McCarthy's sudden ouster as House speaker two weeks ago.
Twenty Republicans voted against Jim Jordan, and some are still upset over Kevin McCarthy's sudden ouster as House speaker two weeks ago.
Adam Hollier announces bid for Congress, challenging Shri Thanedar for Detroit seat
The former state senator previously came in second during a crowded midterm primary in 2022.
The former state senator previously came in second during a crowded midterm primary in 2022.
Republicans choose Jim Jordan as nominee for House Speaker
Friday's vote puts the staunch ally of Donald Trump within reach of the speaker's gavel.
Friday's vote puts the staunch ally of Donald Trump within reach of the speaker's gavel.