Susan J. Demas: As COVID Surges Again In Michigan, Whitmer's Leadership Shrinks

Whitmer can't issue a statewide school mask mandate thanks to the GOP-run legislature, the Department of Health and Human Services, can.

McClain Co-Sponsors GOP Resolution Censuring Biden

U.S. Rep. Lisa McClain has joined a handful of Republicans in co-sponsoring a concurrent resolution condemning and censuring Joe Biden.

Supreme Court Rejects Eviction Ban, Increasing Pressure To Dole Out Rental Aid Money

"Our system does not permit agencies to act unlawfully even in pursuit of desirable ends.”

State Prepares For Possible Partial Govt. Shutdown On Oct. 1, Despite ‘Optimism'

This year, Michigan missed the July 1 deadline again to complete next year’s budget.

Colleagues Of Former Judge Charged With Assault Say The System Failed To Protect Them

“Anyone calling me a bully is lying. Envy is a real monster. No one ever accused me of wrongdoing on the bench or as chief judge.”

The 1/6 Commission Wants To Know What Went Down With Trump And Michigan Republicans

Now the U.S. House Select Committee investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol wants to know what really went down.

Wentworth Calls On Whitmer To Fire State Unemployment Head

A spokesperson for Whitmer did not immediately return a request for comment.

Oakland County Man Charged In Threats To Gov. Whitmer

The man is accused of sending threatening messages to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Attorney General Dana Nessel said.

Governor Whitmer Makes Appointments To Boards And Commissions

Kimberly M. Collier, of Riverview, is the supervisor for athletic training at Henry Ford Health System.

$2.5M In Grants For MI Businesses To Address Labor Shortages

Gov. Whitmer joined the Michigan Department of Labor to request the funds to revitalize and support new businesses

Dems Detail Being On The Front Lines Of State Voting Rights Struggles

This year, nearly 400 bills with restrictive voting provisions have been introduced in state legislatures in 48 states, including Michigan.

Report Shows Catholic Conference Funding Opposition Against LGBTQ+ Rights Initiative

“The Catholic Church’s opposition to LGBTQ equal rights is unfortunate, but it was not unexpected.”

‘There Was No Concern For My Life': Families Losing Homes Despite Federal Eviction Moratorium

"I felt as if I had broken the law somehow while we were in the middle of a pandemic."

Biden, Bipartisan Senators Strike Deal On $550B Infrastructure Plan

A White House fact sheet on the sweeping $1.2 trillion deal said it contains $550 billion in new spending.

Michigan Supreme Court Limits Use Of Restraints On Juveniles

New rule states juveniles cannot be unnecessarily restrained.

‘I Have No Teeth': Michigan Prisoners Say Long Wait To See Dentist Is Inhumane

Under the Michigan Department of Corrections policy, getting dental care can take months, even years.

How Michigan Measures Up In Latest U.S. News Ranking

The annual ranking by U.S. News & World report evaluates each state’s economy, education system, fiscal stability and more.

Third Coronavirus Stimulus Checks: What To Expect In Michigan

The Senate will begin debate Wednesday on a $1.9 trillion relief bill that directly aids families, states, cities, the unemployed and more.

Michigan Election Audit Confirms Accuracy, Benson Says

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson on Tuesday announced that more than 250 election audits are complete.

Michigan Eases Restaurant Coronavirus Rules Friday: What To Know

Michigan on Friday will relax coronavirus restrictions on restaurants and businesses, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said at a news conference.

Former Michigan Gov. Granholm Confirmed As Energy Secretary

The Senate voted 64-35 to confirm Granholm, with all Democrats and 14 Republicans voting yes.

Once The Mainstream Model, Michigan GOP Embraces Right Wing

While the state has swung back to Democrats since Trump's narrow 2016 win​, Michigan's Republican Party has taken a hard right turn.

Whitmer Holds Coronavirus News Conference Wednesday: Livestream

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is scheduled to give an update on the state's handling of the coronavirus pandemic at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday.

New Program Aims To Remove Barriers To Vaccine For Older Adults

A new program launched by Michigan health officials Tuesday aims to ease access to the coronavirus vaccine for older adults.

Michigan Lowers Flags To Mourn 500,000 Coronavirus Casualties

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered flags be lowered to half-staff this week to mourn the 500,000 Americans who have died from COVID-19.

Biden Tours Portage Pfizer Plant, Vows 'We're Going To Beat This'

President Joe Biden labeled the work of almost 3,000 Pfizer plant employees as life-saving as the nation approaches 500,000 COVID-19 deaths.

Confirmed Cases Of UK Coronavirus Variant In Michigan Up To 157

More than 150 cases of the coronavirus variant from the U.K. have been confirmed across 12 Michigan counties, officials said Wednesday.

Groups Calls For Halt In Review Of Unlock Michigan Signatures

Keep Michigan Safe wants the attorney general's investigation into Unlock Michigan completed before its signatures are reviewed in full.

Audit Affirms Michigan's Presidential Election Results: Benson

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson said an audit of the state's November 2020 general election affirmed the presidential election results.

Here's What's In Whitmer's Proposed $67.1B 2022 Budget

The governor's budget focuses on education, economic recovery and public health as the state navigates the coronavirus pandemic.

Michigan Democrats Call On Shirkey To Resign After Comments

Democrats said that in addition to calling the Jan. 6 Capitol Hill riots a hoax, Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey made sexist remarks.

Whitmer Gives Update On Michigan Pandemic Response: Livestream

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is holding a 1:30 p.m. news conference where she will update residents on the state's pandemic response.

High School Winter Contact Sports In Michigan Can Resume Monday

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Thursday that high school contact sports can resume amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Michigan Republican Defends Impeachment Vote To Upset Voters

Meijer defended his vote for the impeachment of former President Donald Trump while taking pointed criticism from voters Wednesday.

Michigan Launches Free Community College Tuition Program

The state has launched a free community college tuition program for Michiganders 25 and older.

Whitmer Raises Over $5M For Reelection Campaign

The Michigan governor has $3.5 million in the bank, shattering records for what past governors had raised halfway through their first terms.

Michigan Officials Seek Disbarment Of Election Fraud Attorneys

Jocelyn Benson, Dana Nessel and Gretchen Whitmer are asking that the attorneys be disbarred for pushing what they called a false narrative.

Michigan Secretary Of State Benson Proposes Election Reforms

The reforms include additional time to process absentee ballots and mailing absentee ballot applications to registered voters.

Board Member Held Gun On Video When Asked To Denounce Proud Boys

Ron Clous faces growing calls for his resignation from the Grand Traverse County Commission.

GOP Leader On Having COVID: ‘The Chinese Flu Army Sent In One Of Their Best Soldiers’

State Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey (R-Clarklake) made a racist comment this week to describe his recent battle with coronavirus.