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.
Homes of US Senate candidates Elissa Slotkin, Mike Rogers swatted
Both candidates for the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan say they were targeted by false 911 calls –also known as swatting– less than 24 hours apart.
Hillary Scholten wins Democratic primary in Michigan's 3rd Congressional District
Scholten defeated Salim Al-Shatel with 87% of the vote according to a call by the Associated Press.
Mike Rogers wins Republican primary for US Senate seat
Running for the U.S. Senate to represent Michigan, former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers won the Republican primary for the highly coveted open seat.
Gov. Shapiro issues statement on Harris VP pick: 'My work in Pennsylvania is far from finished'
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has declared his support for Kamala Harris and her newly chosen running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, after the decision was announced Tuesday morning.
Fake Electors Case: Jenna Ellis signs cooperation agreement with Arizona AG
One of the defendants in the fake electors case in Arizona has signed a cooperation agreement with the state's Attorney General.
Senator John Fetterman’s high-speed crash in Maryland: bodycam footage released
Body camera video released Thursday by the Maryland State Police Department shows the moments after Senator John Fetterman and his wife were involved in an early morning crash in Maryland.
Virginia Rep. Jennifer Wexton delivers House speech with AI-cloned voice
When Jennifer Wexton rose Thursday to speak on the House floor, something she has done countless times before, the congresswoman used a voice she thought was gone forever.
Slotkin-Hill Democratic U.S. Senate debate canceled amid format concerns
Both Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin and actor Hill Harper want to be the Democratic candidate to replace U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow. But their debate was called off due to the lack of a black female moderator on the panel – among other concerns.
Fulton County DA Willis' photo found on Thomas Matthew Crooks' cell phone
A photo of Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis was found on the phone of Thomas Matthew Crooks, the young man accused of trying to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a rally on Saturday in Pennsylvania.
Record 1.5 million Michigan voters request primary election absentee ballots
Michigan voters have requested a record-number of absentee ballots four weeks out from primary election.
Michigan Democrat joins chorus of lawmakers calling for Biden to drop out
Rep. Phil Skaggs said Biden's refusal to end his campaign for reelection also threatened local races where Democrats are in tight battles.
Proposed bill could allow Michigan candidates to appear on ballot by paying fee
"My bill simply provides congressional candidates the same option we have. This solves a huge problem for Republicans and Democrats and saves tax dollars," said Republican State Representative Matt Maddock on X.
Supreme Court immunity ruling is ‘a big win’ for Donald Trump, expert explains
The Supreme Court sent Donald Trump’s immunity case back to a lower court, but one attorney says President Trump still got “a real big victory today." Here’s why.
Elissa Slotkin drops $8M ad buy in Michigan as U.S. Senate race heats up
The Michigan Democrat once again finds herself in a high-stakes and expensive race for political office. As a favorite for the nomination, she has eyes set on TV ad spending for October and November.
Democrat Senate opponent Hill Harper accuses Elissa Slotkin of 'scab behavior' as primary race heats up
He admits she has raised more money and has higher polling numbers but in the end, he argues that isn't the only deciding factor.
Trump claiming he was 'tortured' in Fulton County Jail after arrest
Former President Donald Trump has claimed in a fundraising email that he was "tortured" in the Fulton County Jail in Atlanta after his arrest for interfering in the 2020 presidential election in Georgia.
Michigan Republican lawmaker's arrest could have consequences for party heading into election
Lansing police responded early Thursday to reports of a man with a gun and possible shots being fired. They later arrested Neil Friske.
Michigan Rep. Neil Friske arrested for 'felony-level offense' in Lansing Thursday morning
State lawmaker Neil Friske, who is a Republican that represents Charlevoix and Emmet counties in northern Michigan, was taken into custody by Lansing Police.
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.