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.

New Buffalo Officials Worked Through COVID Election. One Died, 3 Infected

Blair Connin-Richards said her three-year-old daughter Kinslee loved to sing “happy birthday” to her grandfather, David Richards, every time

Armed Protesters Leave MI Capitol After Short Protest, No Arrests

A small contingent of armed protesters showed up in Lansing Sunday morning and left a few hours later with no major incidents.

Michigan Officials Faced Violent Threats Well Before U.S. Capitol Siege

Several public officials and security experts in Michigan said they aren’t surprised by the mayhem.

Michigan Republicans Who Pushed False Fraud Claims: Don’t Blame Us For Riots

Michigan Republicans who spent months pushing false claims of voter fraud condemned violence that erupted Wednesday at the U.S. Capitol.

Trump Protesters Gather Outside Michigan Capitol Wednesday

Many of them expressed their displeasure with Wednesday's electoral vote certification hearing in Washington D.C.

It’s Trump’s Last Stand At Electoral College Count. All Eyes Are On Michigan

High drama, big stakes and a long day are expected when the newly sworn-in 117th Congress meets in Washington.

Experts Explain The Most Common Michigan Voter Issues On Election Day

The Election Protection hotline, a national nonpartisan coalition that protects the right to vote, tracks issues voters experienced.

Michigan Election Costs Rise With Absentee Ballots. Will GOP Foot The Bill?

Without the last-minute arrival of a $440,000 grant from a nonprofit in September, the Nov. 3 election could have looked quite different.

Former Michigan Gov. Granholm Picked To Lead Energy Department

Democratic President-elect Joe Biden has picked former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm to be the nation's Secretary of Energy, reports say.

As Electoral College Meets, GOP And Dems Agree Michigan Vote Needs Reforms

The Nov. 3 election featured record-breaking turnout of more than 5.5 million in Michigan, with 60% of voters casting absentee ballots.

Trump Has One Last Move After Electoral College Meets: Imploring Congress

Both the Senate and the House of Representatives must agree to reject or accept the slate of electors through a simple majority.

Dominion Voting: Claims Of Detroit Elections Fraud ‘False And Inaccurate’

Dominion has been the target of multiple unverified voter fraud allegations.

The Election Was A Month Ago. 4 Michigan GOP Congressmen Won’t Say Who Won The Presidency.

Donald Trump has continued to push baseless conspiracies about voter irregularities.

Michigan Electors Committed To Biden

President Trump wants MI legislators to disregard the popular vote and pledge delegates to him, but electors are already pledged to Biden.

MI Lawmakers Hear Theories, No Proof, In Election Fraud Probe

Democrats and election officials questioned the committee’s decision to allow GOP challengers to testify without presenting any evidence.

Weeks After Vote, 13 Fake Fraud Claims Persist In Michigan

Here’s the truth.