Closing Arguments Set Monday In Retrial Of Defendants In Whitmer Kidnapping Plot

Defense attorneys for Adam Fox, 39, and Barry Croft Jr., 46, rested their case Friday after nine days of testimony.

Jocelyn Benson Wrote The Book On Secretaries Of State. She Never Saw This Moment Coming.

After polls had closed the night of Nov. 3, 2020, Benson held an Election Day press conference at Ford Field in Detroit.

After Dixon Makes Her Pick, Soldano Teases A Possible Run For Lieutenant Governor

“I will take these next few days and talk it over with Jennifer and the kids and stay in prayer,” said Soldano.

University Of Michigan Nurses Set To Vote On Strike Authorization

About 6,200 nurses at the University of Michigan's hospital in Ann Arbor will vote later this month on whether or not to authorize a strike.

Judge Blocks Prosecutors From Enforcing Michigan's ‘Chilling And Dangerous' Abortion Ban

“A person carrying a child has a right to bodily autonomy and integrity, as well as a safe doctor-patient relationship," the judge said.

Inflation Reduction Act: 5 Benefits For Michigan Residents

It's expected to pass the House on Friday, but could face opposition by Michigan Republicans.

Nessel Says DePerno Breached Voting System, Wants Special Prosecutor

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said her opponent in November was among a group that illegally obtained voting tabulators.

A West Michigan Library Faces Closure After Voters Defund It Over LGBTQ+ Books

A small West Michigan library was essentially defunded in last week’s primary election in a dispute over the LGBTQ+ material.

Whitmer Stresses ‘Stark Differences’ With Dixon On Abortion Rights, 2020 Election

"Because there are two people of the same gender doesn’t mean that we are a lot alike," Whitmer said.

Whitmer Calls Court's Decision 'Fire Drill,' Asks MI High Court To Act

Oakland County Judge Jacob Cunningham​'s decision keeps abortion legal in the state for at least until Aug. 17.

Gibbs Upsets Meijer For West MI Seat To U.S. Congress: Reports

The most competitive federal matchup in the state's primaries Tuesday outside the metro Detroit is the 3rd U.S. Congressional District.

Stevens Defeats Levin In Oakland County Democratic Primary: Reports

Multiple outlets projected U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens won the Democratic primary to run for the chance to represent most of Oakland County.

Tudor Dixon Wins MI Republican Gubernatorial Primary: Reports

Tudor Dixon wins the Republican gubernatorial nomination, and will face Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in November, according to reports.

Oakland County Judge Stops Prosecutors From Enforcing MI Abortion Ban

The ruling came just hours after the Michigan Supreme Court essentially nullified a temporary order blocking the state's 1931 abortion ban.

MI Primary Elections 2022: Follow Governor, Congressional Races

The elections are the state's first since an independent commission redrew the state's congressional districts.

Trump Endorses Dixon Ahead Of Michigan GOP Governor Primary

"She's pro-God, pro-Gun, and pro-Freedom, and she won't be stopped!" Trump said.

MI Judge Says County Prosecutors Can Enforce State's 1931 Abortion Ban

Numerous prosecutors across the state, including in the metro Detroit area, have said they will refuse to enforce the state's abortion ban.

How Trump's Footprint Is All Over Michigan's Race For Governor

“Giving Tudor Dixon a good, hard look,” Trump wrote Friday morning on Truth Social, the social media company he founded.

Tlaib, Levin Fined For DC Abortion Rights Protest: Ethics Panel

Seventeen lawmakers were arrested during an abortion protest earlier this month. The House Ethics Committee says they'll pay small fines.

MI Supreme Court Protects LGBTQ+​ Community Against Sex Discrimination

Justices said that the word "sex" as defined in the 1976 Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act​ applies to gender identity and not just gender.

GOP's Meijer Joined Democrats To Impeach Trump, Now They Want His Seat

Democrats spent $425,000 in advertising​​ to elevate West Michigan Rep. Meijer's primary challenger, who was endorsed by Trump.

Candidate Profile: Gretchen Whitmer, Michigan Governor

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is running for re-election for governor of Michigan, where she has served since 2019.

State Elections Officials Struggle With Paper Shortages, Harassment, Insider Threats

Many election officials said their primary concern heading into the midterm election is with supply chain issues causing paper shortages.

MI Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Republican Gov. Candidate: Report

The lawsuit was seeking to keep gubernatorial hopeful Ryan Kelley off the ballot after authorities said he participated in the Capitol Riot.

MI Lawyers Appeal Judge's Ruling That Would Raise Minimum Wage: Report

The appeal comes after Michigan Court of Claims Judge Douglas Shapiro​ struck down​ two 2018 Republican amended laws.

MI Judge's Ruling Could Increase Minimum Wage, Require Paid Sick Leave

A Michigan judge struck down changes Republicans made to two 2018 petitions that could have raised minimum wage and forced paid sick leave.

Buttigieg​'s Move To MI Prompts Questions About Political Aspirations

Buttigieg​ said he moved to the Traverse City area to be closer to his husband's family, but some noted Democratic success in Michigan.

CNBC’s America’s Top States For Business 2022: How Competitive Is MI

Michigan was among the stop ranked state's for business in the Midwest, CNBC said.

GOP Gov. Candidates Slam Dixon For ‘Playing Both Sides' During Debate As Aug. 2 Primary Nears

Right-wing media personality Tudor Dixon was absent from the event to be at her father’s funeral.

Donna Brandenburg To Run As U.S. Taxpayers Party Of Michigan Gov. Candidate

Brandenburg also dismissed concerns that her candidacy might dilute opposition to Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in November.

Inflation At 40-Year-High Nationally: How MI Compares

Inflation has become a stubborn problem in the U.S. Here is how much costs have increased in the Michigan area.

Whitmer Signs Education Budget Bill With Record Funding For MI Schools

The $22.2 billion​ investment​ aims to improve school infrastructure, fund teacher recruitment and bolster school safety.

MI Will Not Extradite Women Seeking Abortions, Whitmer Says

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive order Wednesday refusing extradite women who come to Michigan seeking an abortion.

Whitmer Leads All Republican Gubernatorial Candidates: Report

Whitmer holds leads ranging from nine percentage points to 15, according to a poll from The Detroit News and WDIV​.

MI Hospitals Must Offer Abortions To Save Mother’s Life: Biden

A Michigan judge has temporarily block​ed​ enforcement of a 1931 state law banning abortions in nearly every circumstance.

MI Voters May Be Able To Choose Whether Abortion Is A Protected Right

A Michigan ballot initiative gathered 753,759 signatures, which far exceeds the 425,059 it needed to appear on the November ballot.

Whitmer Asks Feds To Clear Up Legality Of Michiganders Seeking Abortion Services In Canada

Despite the recent overturning of Roe v. Wade, abortion is still legal in Michigan — for now.

‘It Is Important To Keep Michigan An Access State' Says National Reproductive Rights Leader

“We can’t let this setback send us off to our corner,” said Whitmer.

Whitmer Wants Protection For Americans Seeking Abortions In Canada

Of the 13 states that share a border with Canada, the metro Detroit area is the nation's largest population closest to the Canadian border.

Statewide COVID-19 Rates Continue To Rise With 13,102 New Cases In The Last Week

The virus has been detected in all of Michigan’s 83 counties. The state’s COVID-19 fatality rate is currently at 1.5%