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Michigan Senate passes cell phone rule that would limit use in schools

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.

May 7, 2025 10:59am EDT
State of the State: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivers annual address Wednesday night

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.

February 26, 2025 3:55pm EST
Michigan State of the State: When will Gov. Whitmer deliver address?

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:

February 24, 2025 12:33pm EST
Michigan Dems denounce Trump's plans to dismantle education department

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.

February 14, 2025 5:19pm EST
Whitmer's proposed budget calls for $392 in additional spending per pupil

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.

February 5, 2025 5:56pm EST
Trump and Musk loom over Whitmer's incoming budget proposal

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.

February 4, 2025 5:51pm EST
Michigan Senate sues to force House to send legislation to Whitmer

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.

January 22, 2025 1:05pm EST
Paralysis in Lansing as Michigan Democrats' crammed agenda comes to a halt

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.

December 18, 2024 5:29pm EST
Michigan business community rails against Democrat lame duck flurry of bills in Lansing

Michigan business community rails against Democrat lame duck flurry of bills in Lansing

More than 100 lame duck bills have been introduced and await a final vote in the last days of total Democrat control in Lansing.

December 12, 2024 7:25pm EST
Michigan lawmakers work on road fix plan, money solution for $2B to $3B price tag

Michigan lawmakers work on road fix plan, money solution for $2B to $3B price tag

This road lobbyists says this may look and feel like a tax hike, but it is not, despite the dollar amount.

December 12, 2024 6:11pm EST
Man uses racial slur during contentious Michigan Senate meeting on capitol gun ban

Man uses racial slur during contentious Michigan Senate meeting on capitol gun ban

The legislation in question would amend rules around carrying a firearm in certain governmental buildings in Lansing. During a contentious hearing, one man giving testimony used a racial epithet while claiming the bill "targets white people."

November 14, 2024 4:59pm EST
Can Michigan Democrats keep their trifecta? November election will put gains to the test

Can Michigan Democrats keep their trifecta? November election will put gains to the test

It's not just the presidency that's up for grabs this cycle - in Michigan, control over the state House is also in the balance.

October 30, 2024 7:27pm EDT
Oakland County's 11 drownings this year prompt focus on water safety in schools

Oakland County's 11 drownings this year prompt focus on water safety in schools

Oakland County's lakes are typically bustling with fun in the sun. But after a concerning uptick in drownings this summer, several beaches have become settings of tragedy – prompting legislators to take action.

August 30, 2024 6:10pm EDT
Michigan lawmakers want to add more protections for cyclists, penalties to motorists that injure them

Michigan lawmakers want to add more protections for cyclists, penalties to motorists that injure them

In 2016, a motorist in Kalamazoo ran over nine bicycle riders, killing five of them. However, the penalty for seriously injuring a cyclist doesn't end with appropriate charges normally, lawmakers said.

June 5, 2024 4:42pm EDT
Dark money reform efforts in Michigan up against regulatory, legislative hurdles

Dark money reform efforts in Michigan up against regulatory, legislative hurdles

Despite efforts to improve financial transparency in Lansing, laws requiring disclosures may still be a long ways off in Michigan.

May 6, 2024 6:10pm EDT
Lawmakers approve mandate making AEDs mandatory in Michigan schools

Lawmakers approve mandate making AEDs mandatory in Michigan schools

The whole world was watching when an NFL player collapsed on the field during a game. Access to life-saving equipment helped revive him - now Michigan lawmakers want to provide the same support in schools.

April 23, 2024 4:41pm EDT
Michigan schools would be required to teach swim safety under new bill

Michigan schools would be required to teach swim safety under new bill

Drownings are the leading cause of death among kids age 1-4, despite being preventable. Offering water safety at schools could reduce the number of incidents.

March 4, 2024 12:30pm EST
Michigan Senate leader and parent of MSU student reflects on mass shooting one year later

Michigan Senate leader and parent of MSU student reflects on mass shooting one year later

The events of that night provided momentum in the legislature to pass a series of gun safety-related measures that went into effect this week.

February 13, 2024 5:56pm EST
3 Michigan redistricting commissioners resign, random selection to be held in January

3 Michigan redistricting commissioners resign, random selection to be held in January

The Michigan Department of State will host a random selection to replace the departing members on Wednesday, Jan. 3.

December 27, 2023 6:49pm EST
Experts say court's decision to redraw 13 seats in Michigan's Legislature was necessary

Experts say court's decision to redraw 13 seats in Michigan's Legislature was necessary

In a detailed opinion spanning over 100 pages, three judges declared on Thursday that the map was unconstitutional and illegally influenced by racial factors.

December 22, 2023 6:58pm EST
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