Minimum Wage Discussion Takes To Michigan Supreme Court

The Michigan Supreme Court will hear arguments at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday involving a 2018 ballot initiative.

MI Commission Grants DTE Energy Rate Hike: Here's What That Means

Here's how much you can expect your electric bill to go up in southeastern Michigan after state officials approved a DTE Energy rate hike.

MI Edenville Dam Collapse: Ex-Owner Ordered To Pay $119M In Damages

Roughly 10,000 people in the Midland area were forced to evacuate their homes due to catastrophe flooding after the dam collapsed.

Whitmer Signs Bills Expanding Gun Restrictions For MI Domestic Abusers

The bills prevent those convicted of domestic violence in Michigan from owning a gun for nearly a decade.

Whitmer Announces Name Of Michigan's Pardoned Turkey For 2023

Nearly 4,000 names were submitted from across Michigan, according to the governor's office.

Michigan Democrats Adjourning Legislature To Ensure New Presidential Primary Date

The chamber is split 54-54 until special elections can be held in several months.

Judge To Hear Arguments As Michigan Activists Attempt To Keep Trump Off The Ballot

Arguments were scheduled to begin Thursday morning in Grand Rapids before Judge James Robert Redford.

MI Democrats Lose State House Majority After Mayoral Victories

The Michigan state House will be deadlocked at 54 seats after two Democrats won mayoral races in their own metro Detroit district.

Republican Peter Meijer Enters Michigan's US Senate Race

Meijer joins a field of more than a dozen candidates vying for a seat that's been held by Democratic Sen. Debbie Stabenow for two decades.

Flint Water Crisis Case Closed, No Charges: Michigan Attorney General

Nessel said she made the decision to close the case after a Michigan Supreme Court ruling.

MI, 41 States Sue Meta Over 'Addictive' Features That Harm Kids

The lawsuit claims that Meta, which owns and operates Facebook and Instagram, is harmful for users of a certain age.

Here’s How The National Worker Shortage Affects MI

Even if every unemployed person in the country found a job, it still wouldn't solve the worker shortage crisis, business lobbyists say.

$15 Minimum Wage In MI Will Be On 2024 Ballot

A proposal seeking to raise Michigan's minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2027 will be on the ballot in 2024, according to One Fair Wage.​

What 3.2% Hike Means In Dollars For MI Social Security Recipients

Roughly 250,926​ Social Security recipients in Michigan will get a 3.2 percent cost-of-living adjustment next year, officials said.

Federal Bill Collapses, Shutdown Looms: What It Means For MI Residents

The shutdown would close national parks and stop work for some federal agencies, while other employees wouldn't get paychecks on time.

MI Part Of Bombshell Federal Lawsuit Against Amazon

The lawsuit alleges that Amazon wields its power to inflate prices on other platforms, overcharge sellers and suppress competition.

How A Federal Government Shutdown Would Affect MI Residents

Michigan has more than 27,000 federal employees residing in the state, as more than 200,000 women and children depend on federal benefits.

Voter Registration Day: Deadlines For Voting In Nov. 7 MI Elections

National Voter Registration Day encourages residents to sign up to vote. Here's what Michiganders need to know.

Poverty Rate Soars In U.S.: See Latest Data For MI

The percentage of people living in poverty in the U.S. has risen sharply this year.

Whitmer Wants Paid Family Leave, Clean Energy, Election Security In MI

Whitmer called on state lawmakers to focus on paid family leave, clean energy and more during her first ever "What’s Next Address."

MI Adds 2 New Species To Invasive List, Removes Another

Officials warned the mountain pine beetle and water-primrose threaten Michigan ecosystems and industry.​

Michigan's Childhood Vaccination Rates Have Hit Their Lowest Point Since 2011

Vaccination rates among Michigan children began to drop during the COVID-19 pandemic.

MI Election Lies, Falsehoods Cited In Latest Trump Indictment

The indictment comes after 16 Michigan Republicans​ were charged in connection to a fake elector scheme to keep Trump in Power.

MI Republicans Accused Of Being Fake Trump Electors Plead Not Guilty

They're accused of falsely claiming they were Michigan’s “duly elected and qualified electors” for president, vice president.

New MI Bill Would Eliminate Mackinac Bridge Toll

Drivers currently pay $4 to enter the bridge in a car, van, motorcycle, pickup, SUV, or school bus, while larger vehicles pay more.

27K MI Borrowers Will See Student Loan Balances Wiped Out

Michigan residents who collectively owe $1.2 billion in debt will be eligible to have debts cleared based on a new income-based program.

Here's How Inflation Is Impacting Grocery Prices In MI

Though groceries are still more expensive than they were a year ago, costs have leveled off during the past three months.

Whitmer Creates New Education-Focused State Department

The new state department that will focus on improving education quality from early childhood all the way through college.

Charges Filed Year After Fake Signatures Roiled Michigan Governor Race

One defendant was tied to a signature-collection company that was paid more than $200,000 by at least two disqualified candidates.

Michigan Creates First-Ever Statewide LGTBQ+ Commission

Whitmer will appoint individuals​ that represent the interests of a diverse range of communities and perspectives to the commission.

No Cellphone Use While Driving: 'Hands-Free' Law Signed By Whitmer

Michigan becomes the 26th state to pass the so-called "hands-free driving" legislation. Here's what that means for drivers.

Spongy Moth Caterpillars May Be Eating MI Trees Right Now

The invasive species is known for eating tree leaves throughout the spring and early summer, especially oak trees.

MI Updates Beach Warning System With Double Red Flags: What To Know

The new warning system comes as data shows an alarming rise in Great Lake drownings.

Officials Confiscate Nearly 400 Illegal Guns From MI Streets: Whitmer

The initiative is part of a statewide program aimed at reducing gun violence. Operation Safe Neighborhoods was launched last fall.

More Animals Added To List MI Property Owners Can Kill Without Permit

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources approved an amendment that adds more animals to its nuisance list.

Debt Ceiling: Default Could Hit MI Household Wealth, Benefits

Here's how a default can affect Michiganders who receive social Security benefits, and those who work a federal job or in the military.

Checks Coming To Some MI Taxpayers Under $141M TurboTax Settlement

Michiganders who used TurboTax to file their taxes in 2016, 2017 or 2018 could be seeing a settlement check in the near future.

MSU Graduates Praised For Their Perseverance And Compassion At Emotional Ceremonies

Speakers at Michigan State University’s spring graduation, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, former chief medical adviser to the president.

MI Ranks 41st In New 'Best States' List From U.S. News: See Details

The annual U.S. News & World Report ranking evaluates each state’s health care, economy, education system and more.

Slotkin's Senate Run May Complicate Dems' Bid To Retake House

Slotkin's exit from the House exit opens one of the country’s most competitive districts in a year where every seat matters for Democrats.