As Political Threats Intensify, Michigan Dems Look To Ban Guns At Polling Places

New legislation would also expand voting access.

Senate Passes Postal Reform Bill, Sending It To Biden's Desk

The reform effort gathered steam after the arrival of Postmaster Louis DeJoy who purposely brought about changes that slowed mail service.

Column: Is It Sunshine Week Or Groundhog Day In Michigan?

Sunshine Week happens in mid-March every year, as it has since 2005, to promote transparency laws and open government.

State Reports 17 New COVID-19 School Outbreaks

Combining the state’s confirmed positive cases with probable cases brings the total up to 2,360,399 statewide cases and 34,505 deaths.

Senate Passes GOP Parental Rights In Schools Resolution Amid Heated Debate

State Sens. Erika Geiss (D-Taylor) noted that the resolution “tries to have parents supersede the professional charge of educators.”

Republican Perry Johnson Launches Gov. Bid, Won't Rule Out Banning Abortion For Rape Survivors

“I’m going to campaign on quality because I believe it’s very important that we have voter integrity in every possible way," Johnson said.

Sen. Theis Says Bonuses For Teachers Who Switch To Low-Income Schools Could Be 'Problematic'

“It is important that our staff are retained, not simply within the profession, but within their given positions," Superintendent Rice said.

Michigan House Approves Bill Encouraging Use Of Unapproved COVID-19 Treatments

Ivermectin, used to treat parasitic infections, has also been proven to be ineffective against COVID-19.

With Frustration Over Inaction, Michigan Gun Safety Advocates Weigh 2024 Ballot Measure

“These measures are popular, even among gun owners. We can pass sensible reforms that will save lives and respect gun owners’ rights.”

Few Show Up To Protest Election Results, COVID Protocols With Lansing ‘Convoy'

The “freedom convoy” in Lansing is allied with protesters who shut down the Ambassador Bridge and other border crossings earlier this month.

State Judges Across The U.S. Face Growing GOP Pushback Against Rulings In Election Cases

The decision angered Paxton, who took to Twitter to say the ruling “could be devastating for future elections in Texas.”

Redistricting Panel Sued By GOP Commissioner For Not Responding To Records Request

The Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission (MICRC) has been sued by one of its own commissioners, Erin Wagner.

Upton Begins Airing Ad In New District, Possibly Setting Up Primary With Huizenga, Carra

The freshman House member also attended a pro-Trump protest in Lansing on Jan. 6, 2021 - the day of the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.

Michigan GOP Gov. Candidate Soldano Says Kids Should Get COVID-19 ‘Naturally'

The Republican, who is a chiropractor from Southwest Michigan, falsely referred to COVID-19 as a “cold.”

Dems Introduce ‘Child Grooming' Bill Amid Investigation Of Former Speaker Chatfield

House Bill 5767 seeks to explicitly allow evidence of grooming to refute a claim of consent in sexual assault or abuse cases.

Governor Whitmer Signs Bills Into Law

Governor Whitmer Signs Bills into Law

Governor Whitmer Makes Appointments To Boards And Commissions

Amy Burton, of Okemos, is the coalition director for the Healthy Kids Healthy Michigan non-profit organization.

House Dems Rally To Support Electricians' Discrimination Claims

“Speaking up for what’s right should be praised, not punished,” said state Rep. Terry Sabo (D-Muskegon), chair of the Michigan Labor Caucus.

State Panel Authorizes Start Of Line 5 Tunnel Bidding Process

Progress Michigan criticized MSCA’s approval of the RFP as a “step in the wrong direction for government transparency and accountability.”

Dems Say New Social Studies Bills Help Students ‘Understand One Another's History'

The bills have been referred to the GOP-controlled Senate Committee on Education and Career Readiness, where they face an uphill battle.

Electricity CEOs Tout Biden Clean Energy Tax Credits, Despite Stalled Plan

The utility CEOs told Biden those tax credits would be crucial to switching from fossil fuels to renewable sources such as solar and wind.

GOP-Led House Passes Stem Cell Ban, Despite Voters Approving Constitutional Amendment

“That is nonsense,” GOP former state Sen. and U.S. Rep. Joe Schwarz responded Thursday in a phone call with the Advance.

On This Day In 1965: MLK Visits MSU To Continue Civil Rights Crusade

On Feb. 11, 1965, Martin Luther King Jr. visited Michigan State University (MSU) to continue his civil and voting rights efforts.

Black Women In The U.S. House Push For Supreme Court Pick With A Civil Rights Track Record

U.S. Rep. Brenda Lawrence (D-Southfield) is part of the coalition.

Ontario Premier Issues State Of Emergency Over ‘Illegal Occupation'

“People are frustrated, they’re scared and they’re angry,” said Ford. “We cannot have people occupying cities, holding people hostage."

Benson Asks Police, AG To Investigate Reports Of Election Equipment Tampering In N. Michigan

State law restricts access to voting equipment to qualified personnel. It is a felony to “obtain undue possession of [a]…voting machine.”

Abortion Access In Northern Michigan Is Already Limited. Restrictive Laws Make It Worse.

Sprawling Upper Peninsula is an abortion desert with few options.

10M Free KN95 Masks Are Now Available To Michiganders, Whitmer Announces

Stores that are distributing free masks from the federal government include CVS, Costco, Meijer, Walgreens, Kroger, Rite Aid and Walmart.

‘You Can't Win A Case You Never File'

“This is the tool that I have to address excessive insulin prices, [Whitmer’s] efforts may be successful, they might not be,” Nessel said.

Column: How Boosting The EITC Will Help Michigan Workers And Families

The Earned Income Tax Credit is one of the best anti-poverty policies at policymakers’ disposal.

More Infectious, Less Restrictions: How Omicron Is Impacting Workers

“[Omicron] is trickier than delta,” said Dr. Preeti Malani, University of Michigan chief health officer. “It’s highly infectious."

Gun Safety Legislation To Receive Hearing In Wake Of Oxford School Shooting

“These things don’t take guns away from anybody. None of these bills do. All they’re doing is providing some level of safety,” Bayer said.

Michigan Has 6th-Lowest Nursing Home Staff Vaccination Rate In Country, Feds Say

About 72% of nursing home workers in Michigan are fully vaccinated.

Governor Whitmer Makes Appointments To Boards And Commissions

This appointment is not subject to the advice and consent of the Senate

Army Corps Of Engineers Gets $14B To Help Ease Supply Chains

Wednesday's announcement includes $470 million for a new lock in Michigan that is key for shipping iron ore.

Breaking Barriers: Michigan's Only Historically Black College Set To Reopen This Spring

Even before the Pensole Lewis College of Business and Design debuts in Detroit on May 2, it is shattering records.

Redistricting Commission Goes Into Another Closed Session To Discuss Detroit Lawsuit

The commission decided Thursday, with a 9-2 vote, to go behind closed doors to discuss the MICRC’s interpretation of the Voting Rights Act.

New: State Enviro Panel Recommends Coal Plants Close By 2035

“We are looking forward to a robust public discussion during the comment period and will be considering all suggestions.”

Michigan Woman Arrested With Guns In Her Truck Near U.S. Capitol

Capitol Police said that after she parked in the “No Parking” zone in front of their headquarters, they spotted a gun case.

Police Investigating Ex-Speaker Lee Chatfield For Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Child

On Friday afternoon, Chatfield’s attorney, Mary Chartier of Okemos, issued a statement on his behalf denying the allegations.