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%

Enviros: DePerno Is Beholden To ‘Dirty Fossil Fuels Money' For Pledging To Drop Line 5 Suits

“Probably within the first day or two after I’m sworn in, we’ll dismiss Michigan’s involvement in that litigation,” DePerno said.

Whitmer, Republicans Strike Deal On $76B Budget With Hikes For Schools, Roads, More

Previous budget proposals struggled to garner Democratic support after Republicans injected anti-abortion language.

Senate OKs Measure To Replace Lewis Cass Statue In D.C. With Coleman Young

Young, a Democratic Michigan state senator during the 1960s and early ‘70s, went on to serve as Detroit mayor from 1974 to 1994.

EPA’s Power To Regulate MI Carbon Emissions Curbed By Supreme Court

Here is what Michigan is doing to fight climate change.

Whitmer Urges Insurance Companies To Ensure Coverage For Reproductive Health Care

Whitmer called on Michigan health insurance companies to ensure women have coverage for reproductive health care.

Whitmer Urges Court To Take Up Abortion Lawsuit, Asks For Clarity

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer asked the state's supreme court again Monday to immediately recognize abortion rights in the state's constitution.

‘Just Say The Election Was Corrupt': Trump Pressure On Justice Department Detailed

Clark’s sole qualification was that he would take orders from Trump to work to overturn the election, Kinzinger said.

Whitmer Urges Michigan Supreme Court To Consider Abortion Lawsuit

“Today, I filed a motion urging the court to immediately take up my lawsuit to protect abortion in Michigan,” Whitmer said in a statement.

‘We Are Fighting Back': Michiganders Push For State Constitution To Protect Abortion Rights

The ACLU of Michigan, Planned Parenthood of Michigan and Michigan Voices earlier this year formed a coalition, Reproductive Freedom For All.

‘A Dark Day': Hundreds Protest In Lansing After SCOTUS Overturns Roe V. Wade

At one point during the rally, which was held while it was over 90-degrees Fahrenheit outside, one protestor needed medical attention.

Whitmer Urges MI Supreme Court To Protect Abortion Rights

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer filed a lawsuit Friday asking to immediately recognize a woman's right to an abortion under the state's constitution.

MI Abortion Doctors Could Face 10-Year Felony Under Proposed Bill

The bill, "Protection at Conception Act," was introduced by Republican State Rep. Steve Carra from Three Rivers.

Whitmer, MI Leaders React To U.S. Justices Overturning Roe V. Wade

"I want every Michigander to know that I am more determined than ever to protect access to safe, legal abortion," Whitmer said.

Roe v. Wade Overturned: What It Means In MI

Although the 1931 state went back into effect Friday, its immediate enforcement was temporarily suspended by a Michigan judge.

New Gun Violence Bill: What It Means For Michigan

Michigan Representative Fred Upton joined the state's two Democratic Senators in favor of the bill.

Whitmer Urges Biden To Suspend Federal Gas Tax As Prices Remain High

Whitmer praised Biden's decision to release oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, but said "we must do more to help families.​"

Dems Introduce Bills To Fight Teacher Shortage in Michigan

The COVID-19 pandemic has only accelerated that problem, with teacher retirements exceeding the pace of recruitment.

Nessel Blasts GOP For Shutting Down Pride Month Resolution

“I just don’t know what’s going on in our country. I don’t know what’s going on in our state,” said Nessel during the summit.

Interior To Launch Mental Health Program For Wildland Firefighters, Boost Wildfire Spending

“Standing up a targeted interagency effort to provide trauma-informed mental health care is critical.”

Disqualified GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Have Options To Get On The Ballot

“What are their options if they’re not on the ballot as one of the candidates for the Republican nominations?” said Liedel.

‘Get With The Program, Or We Vote You Out'

Wells Stallworth called the decision to become a parent “one of the most important and life-changing decisions a person will ever make."

GOP-Led House Panel Considers 31-Bill Package To Shave Away State Emergency Powers

O’Malley said he feels that if a chief executive like Whitmer has too much power, the Legislature cannot “partner” with them.

Rep. Lilly Leaves Office For Lobbying Job

A West Michigan legislator says he'll be leaving office prior to his term expiring after landing a job as a lobbyist.

Judge Denies GOP Gov. Candidate Kelley's Request To Carry Gun

If convicted, Kelley faces a maximum punishment on each charge of up to a year in federal prison or a fine of up to $100,000.

New: Whitmer Says Banning Abortion Could Have ‘Incredible Economic Impact' In Michigan

Whitmer has been fighting to ensure that Michiganders have the right to get an abortion long before she took office in 2019.

Black Voters Coalition Calls Out GM, Blue Cross Blue Shield For Supporting ‘Voter Suppression'

A request for comment from General Motors and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan was not returned.

James Craig Launches Write-In Campaign For Michigan Governor

The former Detroit Police Chief was one of five Republicans booted from the primary in August for massive fraud on his petition form.

Kelley's Arrest Is Emblematic Of Growing Far-Right Extremism And Violence, Experts Say

Perhaps more than anything, experts said, Kelley’s arrest is a reminder that actions have consequences.

5 Things We Learned About Jan. 6 And Trump From The First Hearing

Pennsylvania Republican Scott Perry has not cooperated with the committee, despite a subpoena to appear.

Capitol Riot Charges For Michigan Republican Governor Candidate

Federal agents confirmed GOP candidate Ryan Kelley, 40, was arrested Thursday after his home was raided.

Oxford Safe Storage Act Included In Gun Reform Package US House Passed

Michigan Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin​ first introduced the bill after the deadly Oxford school shooting.

MI Republicans Attack Court's Decision To Suspend 1931 Abortion Law

Michigan's Republican-led legislature intervened as the defendant in a lawsuit challenging the state's 1931 law banning abortion.

Whitmer's Name Found On List Of Guman Suspected In Retired Wisconsin Judge's Murder

56-year-old Douglas K. Uhde is hospitalized in critical condition after the Wisconsin officials said he shot and killed retired a judge.

Mackinac Crowd Erupts In Cheers When Whitmer Highlights Fight To Protect Abortion Rights

But her message was about improving Michigan for the next century and what today’s leaders will be remembered for by 2100.

James Craig Loses Court Battle, Won't Appear On MI Ballot: Report

In rejecting Craig's appeal, the court cited its Wednesday decision​ in refusing to hear an appeal from businessman Perry Johnson.

MI Republicans Craig, Johnson Challenge Disqualification Ruling

Three Republican candidates filed lawsuits demanding their name be placed on the ballot, arguing officials didn't properly check names.

Gas Tax Suspension Passed In MI; Whitmer ‘Encouraged’ By Bill

The bill would temporarily suspend the the state's 6 percent sales tax on gas and the 27-cent-per-gallon excise gas tax.​

MI Republicans Block Renewed Push By Democrats For Gun Safety Laws

The package included a slew of bills requiring universal background checks on all gun sales​ and gun owners to safely store guns.

Whitmer Instructs State Officials To Protect Reproductive Health

In addition, under the order, state officials will not be able to help authorities in any investigation over abortions​.