Two people with close ties to former Michigan House leader charged with financial crimes
The charges against Rob and Anne Minard rose from an ongoing investigation of Republican Lee Chatfield, who has been the source of a statewide investigation.
Second U.S. Senate candidate alleges being offered $20M to drop bid, run against Rashida Tlaib
He's the second candidate to claim being offered millions of dollars to run against the Detroit Democrat after Hill Harper confirmed a similar allegation last week.
Special primary election to fill state House seats requested for Jan. 30, general election in April
The vacancy splitting the chamber to a 54-54 deadlock was caused by Democrats Lori Stone being elected as Warren mayor and Kevin Coleman elected as Westland mayor.
Michigan House violated Open Meetings Act during gun safety debate, judge rules
The state passed three gun safety laws this year, including one that would authorize a judge to order someone have their firearms removed from their possession.
Dan Kildee announces he won't run for reelection in Michigan's 8th Congressional District
Dan Kildee had surgery for cancer earlier this year, which was successful. But it also sparked more questions about his future.
Michigan lawmakers adjourn a month early after breakneck pace of passing laws
The abrupt end to this year's session was done so to ensure Michigan is the fifth state to hold its presidential primary. It also came after Democrats lost their majority in the state House.
Michigan lawmakers repeal nation's only immunity law that shields drug companies from liability
Michigan is the only state that shields pharmaceutical companies from liability if their products injure or kill citizens.
Detroiters put city's tax plan proposal to the test with new estimator
The Land Value Tax Plan is still a ways away from becoming law. But citizens can find out how much they would save now.
Michigan Democrats lose majority in House after Westland, Warren mayoral races
What does a 54-54 tie mean for the Michigan legislature?
Could mayoral races in Warren and Westland upend control in Lansing?
The balance of power is so slim in Lansing that if both Democrats running for mayor win, it could push the party's leverage in the state House out of the majority.
Michigan energy package sets 2040 deadline for 100% clean power, strips local groups of large projects
Michigan's new energy package sets a deadline for 100% clean energy production by 2040. It also strips local governments of the authority to rule on large-scale wind and solar projects.
Michigan Democrats' send watered-down package expanding abortion access to Whitmer's desk
Democrats had larger plans for the Reproductive Health Act, but a Detroit lawmaker whose vote was needed to pass the package disagreed with some portions.
Michigan nears repeal of ban on giving voters rides to polls
Michigan was the only state with a law that banned giving someone a ride to the polls. The single stipulation was if the person couldn't walk.
Michigan Republican charged as false elector takes deal, has charges dismissed
James Renner, one of 16 Republicans accused of acting as fake electors for then-President Donald Trump, agreed to cooperate with the government in exchange for the charges being dismissed.
NIL deals for high school student athletes? Michigan House passes rule allowing benefits from likeness
Under the bill, a high school student athlete in Michigan could make money off of their name, image, and likeness.
Adam Hollier announces bid for Congress, challenging Shri Thanedar for Detroit seat
The former state senator previously came in second during a crowded midterm primary in 2022.
Republicans nominate Steve Scalise for House Speaker, advancing toward replacing Kevin McCarthy
Republicans on Wednesday nominated Rep. Steve Scalise to be the next House speaker and will now try to unite around the conservative in a floor vote to elect him after ousting Rep. Kevin McCarthy from the post.
Republicans still struggle to select a new House Speaker after a week without leadership
The House Republican majority is stuck, one week after the ouster of Speaker Kevin McCarthy, with lawmakers unable to coalesce around a new leader in a stalemate that threatens to keep Congress partly shuttered indefinitely.
UAW strike update: GM, Stellantis, Ford all lay off more workers
Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis have laid off more employees as the UAW strike continues.
I-75 carpool lanes to open in metro Detroit at the end of October
The Michigan House granted approval to carpool lanes earlier this week, sending it to a likely passage by the governor.