Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel says Capitol Commission has authority to ban guns in the Capitol
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel sent a letter to the Michigan State Capitol Commission saying that the Commission has the legal authority to prohibit guns in the state Capitol, should it choose to do so.
Armed escort volunteers to walk rattled state rep to Capitol after recent Lansing protests
The armed trek was uneventful and unimpeded by authorities, somewhat similar to last week's protest, but by design.
Calling her orders unconstitutional, GOP lawmakers sue Gov. Gretchen Whitmer over executive powers
GOP leaders from the Michigan legislature unveiled a lawsuit against the Michigan governor Wednesday.
Whitmer fending off litigation on multiple fronts as GOP works to limit governor's powers
Michigan Republicans are mounting multiple efforts of litigation aimed at curbing the governor's powers amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Power struggle erupts over Whitmer's emergency orders with declaration set to expire Thursday
A power struggle has formed between Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Republican lawmakers over the length and authority of the governor's emergency declaration that she's used to make executive orders
Democratic delegate speaks on party censuring Detroit lawmaker following COVID-19 treatment
A group called the 13th Congressional District Democratic Party Organization censured democratic State Representative Karen Whitsett for comments she made attacking her own party and Governor Gretchen Whitmer
House GOP releases Michigan roadmap for reopening state
House GOP members have released their roadmap for how the state should approach reopening once the state's shelter-in-place order ends.
Michigan GOP introduce bills to limit Gov. Whitmer's emergency powers
GOP lawmakers have introduced legislation to limit the Michigan Governor's executive powers
Governor, House GOP at odds over state of emergency extension ahead of Tuesday's vote
The state legislature is planning to meet in the capital today to vote on extending the governor's state of emergency. However GOP lawmakers and Gretchen Whitmer are at odds over how long that extension should be.
Detroit state rep tests positive for COVID-19, first case in the Michigan Legislature
State Rep. Tyrone Carter of Detroit has the coronavirus, officials said Thursday.
Michigan lawmakers approve $125M for coronavirus outbreak
A total of $125 million in emergency funding was approved by the Michigan Legislature for COVID-19 response.
FOX 2 sits for one-on-one with Gov. Whitmer, Lt. Gov. Gilchrist
FOX 2 sat down with Gov. Whitmer and Lt. Gov. Gilchrest to discuss several topics of the day, including who they will be voting for president, their thoughts on the country's response to coronavirus and how they feel about State Sen. Lucido's reprimand.
Avid Second Amendment supporter and UP lawmaker has home burglarized, guns stolen
Beau LaFave, a northern Michigan lawmaker and strong proponent of the Second Amendment had two of his firearms stolen from his Lansing home on Monday.
Republicans ask how Whitmer plans to pay for State of the State promises
"When she started out, I was very optimistic when she said we don't want Lansing to become like Washington is, and that was really encouraging," said Andrea Schroeder (R-Independence Township). "And then in the next breath she blamed everything on the Republicans."
Whitmer: Michigan to borrow $3.5B to rebuild highways, bridges in State of State
The Democrat unveiled the bonding plan during her second annual State of the State speech to lawmakers. It will enable the state Department of Transportation to do about twice as much construction on I-, U.S.- and M-numbered routes as it can now, she said. The funds would not be used to repair local roads.
Legislation would ban almost all mobile electronic device use while driving
A new bill introduced in the State Senate would amend Michigan's distracted driving laws, broadening what would be illegal while operating a vehicle.
Road funding top of mind as legislature returning to session
With the Michigan Legislature returning to session, finding a new source for funding new road funding is top of mind for the governor and lawmakers.
Michigan governor, GOP leadership kick of 2020 with major disagreement over gas tax
Gov. Whitmer said she had a commitment from GOP leaders in 2019 there would be legislative support for a gas tax increase after signing their no-fault plan. House Speaker Lee Chatfield said that isn't true.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to deliver 2nd State of the State Jan. 29
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's second State of the State Address will be 7 p.m. Jan. 29.
Ann Arbor state rep. arrested for suspected drunk driving
A Michigan state representative was arrested on suspected drunken driving Thursday night. She is being held at the Oakland County Sheriff's office.