Most Popular Governors: How Whitmer Ranks In Popularity

The most recent list, released by 24/7 Wall St., is based on governor approval ratings from research company Morning Consult.

2020 Elections In Michigan: Dates You Need To Know

Here's your guide to the elections and deadlines you need to know about to take part in the various elections happening in Michigan in 2020.

Whitmer To Deliver Democratic Response At East Lansing High

The high school is where Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's daughters Sherry and Sydney attend school.

Former U Of M Doctor Loses License Over Sexual Misconduct

Authorities said the University of Michigan doctor has multiple criminal sexual conduct convictions.

After A Year Battling Republicans, Whitmer Vows Executive Action On Roads, Other Priorities

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer was not shy Wednesday evening about addressing the partisan roadblocks her administration faced over the last year.

Ad Falsely Claims Michigan Sen. Gary Peters Supports ‘Medicare For All’ (Opinion)

COMMENTARY: The ad aired on TV stations across the state starting Dec. 12 and was funded by Better Future Michigan.

Michigan To Offer 24/7 Mental Health Hotline

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed the law this week, calling for a crisis hotline that can help Michiganders at any time of the day or night.

Michigan Priest Gets 60 Days Jail Time For Binding Teenage Boy

The clerk bound a teenage boy in plastic wrap and used masking tape as to cover the victim’s eyes and mouth, authorities said.

President Trump Coming To Michigan Thursday

It's his first stop in the battleground state during the 2020 election year.

Gov. Whitmer To Deliver Democratic Response At State Of The Union

President Donald Trump's State of the Union address is set for Feb. 4, 2020.

Michigan Increases Wages For Agricultural Workers

The food and agriculture industry adds more than $100 billion to Michigan’s economy and officials say they want to support farmers.

MI Senator To Female Reporter: Boys 'Could Have Fun With You'

A Michigan senator is under fire for a comment made to a female reporter from the Michigan Advance.

Michigan Minimum-Wage Workers Got A Raise On Jan. 1. But They Won’t See $12/hour Until 2030.

Michigan started the new year by joining 21 states in raising the minimum wage.

Inside Michigan's $17.5M Grant To Fight The Opioid Epidemic

The money will help with the goal of cutting Michigan's opioid overdose deaths by half within five years.

Michigan AG Dana Nessel Restructures Her Office

Here's a look at the big changes coming to the Michigan Attorney General's Office in 2020.

Here's How Much Minimum Wage Is Increasing In Michigan In 2020

In 2019, the minimum wage was $9.45. Here's what it is now.

Michigan Minimum Wage Increases in 2020

The federal minimum wage of $7.25 an hour hasn’t increased in a decade, but 21 states plan increases in 2020. Here's how much it will go up.

Trump's Michigan Rally: Everything You Need To Know

The president's appearance is expected to draw thousands. Here's what you need to know about tickets, parking, road closures and more.

New Michigan Law Cracking Down On ‘Porch Pirates’ Takes Effect Dec. 16

The law was introduced by Sen. Jim Runestad.

Deer Hunting Season: Baiting, Feeding Still Banned In Michigan

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources say they are getting a lot of questions about the baiting & feeding ban. Here's what to know.

Most Michigan Stores Won't Sell Tobacco To Minors: Report

Authorities conducted random, unannounced inspections to see if stores would sell tobacco to a minor. Michigan retailers did quite well.

13 Tips To Prepare For Michigan's Winter

Winter is coming and these are the tips state officials want Michiganders to know to prepare their homes and cars.

Michigan Election Day 2019: What You Need To Know

Here's a look at the details of Election Day in Michigan, including polling information and insight into local races.

How MI Representatives Voted On Impeachment Inquiry

Here's a rundown of how Michigan's representatives voted.

Governor Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bill To Protect Michigan Counselors, Access To Mental Health Care

“This new law will ensure that more than 150,000 Michiganders can still access critical mental health care,” the governor said.

Governor Whitmer Takes Vaping Case To The Supreme Court

The governor’s decision comes after a judge of the Court of Claims called into question the state's ban.

Trial Ahead For Men Accused Of Trucking 40 Kilos Of Cocaine

Alexander Aceval, 53, of Detroit, and Michael Joseph Camilleri, 57, of Taylor, face felony charges.

Michigan Ban On Flavored E-Cigarettes Blocked By Judge

The judge cited the harm to businesses as the reason.

More EEE Cases This Year Than Last Decade: MI Health Officials

The announcement comes as another case of EEE was confirmed in a Cass County resident and five additional cases were confirmed in horses.

Gov. Whitmer Signs Proclamation Marking Bullying Prevention Month

“As a mom of kids in the public schools, I want to make sure that every student is protected from ... bullying,” Whitmer said.

Michigan Cracks Down On 'Inhumane' Puppy Mill

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel called it "an inhumane and unsanitary puppy-peddling operation." Here's what is being done now.

Flavored Vaping Ban Starts Wednesday: What You Need To Know

The penalty for selling these products includes up to six months jail time and fines.

How Michigan Is Being Treated For EEE

The deadly mosquito-borne illness has killed three people, sickened six more and has been confirmed in more than 30 animals in 15 counties.

Michigan Gets A "D" For Its State Finances

A new study shows that Michigan's state finances worsened in 2018

Michigan retiree health care better than average

Across the 50 states retiree health care is only 7% funded

Michigan Receives $4M In Equifax Settlement

The Michigan Department of Attorney General has announced that a settlement with Equifax that was to bring $4,639,247.70 into Michigan.

Michigan's Ban On Flavored Vaping Is Now In Effect

Retailers have 14 days to comply with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's emergency filing Wednesday.

Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Directive Expanding Recycling Within State Government

The Department of Technology, Management and Budget will coordinate, monitor and report on the directive's implementation.

Michigan Priest Faces Another Criminal Sexual Conduct Charge

The Lansing priest was charged with a felony punishable by up to life in prison and a lifetime of electronic monitoring.

Gov. Whitmer Orders Flags Lowered In Remembrance Of 9/11

“We will never forget the thousands of Americans who lost their lives," the governor said.