New bill package regulating ghost guns passes state Senate despite GOP backlash
"This ultimately will punish legitimate gun owners rather than address the root causes of gun violence," said State Sen. Jim Runestad (R-White Lake).
Michigan House sues Jocelyn Benson over election training material request
In response to the lawsuit, Jocelyn Benson's spokesperson said the department was "glad" conservative lawmakers "acted accordingly," adding they "look forward to a court of law resolving this dispute."
Former GOP Speaker agrees with pushback against state's 'corporate welfare' plan
Bolger, who now runs the West Michigan Policy forum argues, that cash windfalls and tax breaks should be the last thing offered, and the first thing, is what they should be doing down south.
Democrat House leader sounds off on GOP speaker Matt Hall
One could say that budget peace is not at hand - but the rhetoric is going up.
Michigan lawmakers push defense-minded security bills aimed at securing schools from emergencies
One lawmaker's package of bills seeks to beef up the defense in schools by equipping them with better training in the event of an active shooter or other emergency.
Michigan Senate passes cell phone rule that would limit use in schools
It's likely a rule limiting the use of cell phones in schools is coming. But whether it's an outright ban or if there are exceptions remains to be seen.
Michigan's political odd couple Whitmer and Hall in spotlight after Trump visit
There they were. Michigan's political odd couple in a history-making visit to the Oval Office, side-by-side.
State of the State: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivers annual address Wednesday night
This will be Whitmer's seventh speech since first becoming governor in 2019 and will include a wish list of goals she hopes to accomplish over the following year.
Michigan State of the State: When will Gov. Whitmer deliver address?
This will be the governor's seventh State of the State address. Here's what she could focus on:
Restaurants nervous as Michigan lawmakers debate paid sick time ahead of Friday deadline
While deals have been struck on the minimum wage and tipped wage rate, there is no final agreement for earned sick time. Unless one is achieved, the original wage law will kick in.
New tipped wage law clears Michigan House as debate continues on earned sick time rules
Lawmakers are still debating the incoming earned sick time rule that is set to go into effect on Friday.
Michigan Dems denounce Trump's plans to dismantle education department
"I'm about as qualified to run the WWE as Linda McMahon is to run the DOE," one Michigan lawmaker said of Trump's pick to run the agency.
Whitmer's proposed budget calls for $392 in additional spending per pupil
It was budget day in Lansing as the governor unveiled her latest proposal for the upcoming fiscal year. The reveal took place amid uncertainty in Washington D.C.
Trump and Musk loom over Whitmer's incoming budget proposal
Between tariffs hitting the agriculture and automotive industry in Michigan and attempts to trim the federal government, Michigan faces question marks in its upcoming budget.
Michigan Senate sues to force House to send legislation to Whitmer
Senate Democrats are trying to force the Republican-led House to transfer bills both chambers already approved to the governor.
Michigan Minimum Wage 2025: How much it will rise and tipped workers are impacted
The state's minimum wage will rise more than $2 this year. Tipped workers will also see a large increase in their wages - here is how much.
Michigan House adjourns until Dec. 31 as rancor among Democrats spills over
House Democrats were unable to get enough of its members present for a quorum after Republicans stayed away from the capitol building, protesting the party's priorities.
Paralysis in Lansing as Michigan Democrats' crammed agenda comes to a halt
Protesting Republicans, absent Democrats, and a massive logjam of legislation in Lansing has paralyzed any hope of further lawmaking amid frustration with priorities and the Michigan House Speaker.
Lansing lawmakers consider ghost gun, bump stock bans under backlash from 2A advocates
"Putting more gun laws to restrict and impair the rights of ordinary law-abiding citizens who’ve done nothing wrong, if it’s a non-solution - it doesn’t solve anything," he said.
Michigan House GOP protests Dems with no-show over tip wages, family leave issues in lame duck
"You have restaurant workers across Michigan who are about to lose their jobs, and (the Democrats) are taking about county commission appointments and creating new commissions," Hall said.