New GOP House Speaker resumes party's tough questions of Whitmer as state legislature reconvenes
Meanwhile the House Democratic leader Donna Lasinski wanted to punish 18 House Republicans for their alleged indirect role in spawning the Capitol riot last week. One Republican told her to take her criticism and "shove it."
Michigan Attorney General says State Capitol is not safe, visitors should stay away
Attorney General Dana Nessel Nessel fears something like that could happen here. Less than 24 hours after the riots in DC, our state capitol had to be evacuated because of a bomb threat.
Michigan lawmaker "incredulous" after Whitmer refuses to sign drunk driving bill
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer used a 'pocket veto' on a drunken-driving bill that would allow drivers to ask a judge to set aside a conviction. The bill had bipartisan support in the legislature and approval from AG Dana Nessel.
Whitmer vetoes Republican bill that would kill emergency health rules without legislature approval
On Wednesday, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer blocked a Republican bill that would kill emergency public health orders after 28 days unless it had legislature approval.
Detroit lawmaker stripped of committees, faces disciplinary from Michigan House after video threat
Michigan Democratic Representative Cynthia Johnson has been removed from all committees after she posted a video of herself seemingly threatening Trump supporters after she herself was threatened.
State Representative loses committee seats after Facebook video responding to death threats
This video from Rep. Johnson struck a nerve, leading to the loss of her committee seats in Lansing and bringing out death threats, which by now, she’s all too familiar with.
Michigan State House under investigation after employee makes coronavirus-related complaint
The Michigan House has canceled voting sessions and the state's Occupational Safety and Health Administration says it is investigating after an employee complained about unsafe working conditions.
Michigan legislature cancels voting session after Rudy Giuliani tests positive for COVID-19
The Michigan House canceled its voting session scheduled for Tuesday following an announcement that President Donald Trump's personal attorney Rudy Giuliani had tested positive for the coronavirus.
Detroit lawmaker posts racist threatening voicemail saying she should be lynched
A Detroit Democrat posted the voicemail on her Facebook where a woman on the other line says she should be swinging from a rope amid several other racist remarks.
Michigan legislators mail letter offering praise - and advice - for Detroit Lions coaching change
Dozens of Michigan State House legislators mailed a letter to the owner of the Detroit Lions praising the recent coaching change and offered a recommendation for the next coach.
Trump didn't ask Michigan Republicans to "interfere" in election, Speaker Chatfield says
President Donald Trump did not ask Michigan Republicans to break the law or interfere in the state's election, House Speaker Lee Chatfield said of a meeting between the two on Friday.
Republican leadership slaps down calls to impeach Michigan governor
GOP leadership in the Michigan legislature slapped down calls from Republican lawmakers to impeach Gov. Gretchen Whitmer over COVID-19 rules.
Oakland County Republican calls for Whitmer's impeachment
An Oakland County Republican who serves in the Michigan legislature as a state rep for Milford called for the impeachment of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
LIVE AT 1:30: Michigan Gov. Whitmer introduces bipartisan legislation
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer plans to announce bipartisan legislation Tuesday at 1:30 p.m.
Republicans retain majority in Michigan's State House
The Michigan State House will remain a Republican-majority governing body following the 2020 election.
Michigan November election guide: register to vote, absentee ballots, important deadlines
The 2020 general election is scheduled for Nov. 3. For anyone planning on voting, there's plenty of ways for residents to get registered and cast their ballot.
Livonia state senator urges bill to ban guns from Capitol after kidnap suspects attended open carry protest
Sen. Dayna Polehanki spoke to FOX 2 about her safety concerns and what the intent of her impassioned speech was.
Michigan lawmakers unveil and approve $62.7B state budget
Michigan lawmakers passed a state budget on Wednesday that avoids major cuts that had been feared due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
GOP's $1.3 billion 'Return to Learn Plan' calls for $800 per student, $500 hazard pay for teachers
House and Senate GOP lawmakers are planning to release their 'Return to Learn' academic plan that will work as a roadmap for school districts preparing for the 2020-21 school year
Michigan State Supreme Court declines to fast-track GOP-led lawsuit against Whitmer
The state supreme court declined a request from Republicans to bypass the Court of Appeals and hear their suit over the governor's emergency powers.