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Holland Roofing Expert Art Tolsma Shares Roof Leak Warning Signs for Homeowners
Holland roofing expert Art Tolsma shares practical tips for homeowners to catch roof leaks early after storms, emphasizing attic inspections and exterior checks to prevent costly water damage.
May 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
Traverse City Voters Could See Ballot Changes as Michigan Minor Parties Sue to Restore Fusion Voting
The Michigan Common Sense Party and Michigan Libertarian Party have sued Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson to restore fusion voting, a practice banned in 1895. If successful, Michigan ballots could list candidates under multiple party names.
June 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislation
Muskegon Wins $730,200 State Grant for Hartshorn Park Expansion as Natural Resources Bill Advances Through Legislature
Muskegon is set to receive $730,200 from Michigan's Natural Resources Trust Fund for a Hartshorn Park expansion as Senate Bill 829 advances through the House. The $45 million bill passed the Senate 37-0.
May 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislation
Saginaw on the Ballot: Michigan Lawmakers Push to End Elected University Boards in Bipartisan Overhaul
A bipartisan constitutional amendment would replace elected university boards at MSU, U of M, and Wayne State with gubernatorial appointments. The measure must pass the legislature by June 4 to reach the August primary ballot.
May 30, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Whitmer Signs $152 Million Selfridge Bill in Lansing Bipartisan Push, Unlocks $792 Million in Federal Funds
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bill 4572, directing $152 million to upgrade Selfridge Air National Guard Base. The bipartisan measure unlocks $792 million in federal funding and prepares the base for F-15EX fighter jets arriving by 2028.
May 28, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Dearborn Arab American Voters Shift Third Party as Democrats Face Midterm Reckoning
Dearborn Arab American voters are shifting to third-party candidates in the 2026 midterms, driven by foreign policy and immigration concerns. Democrats face a major challenge in Michigan State Senate District 2 and statewide races.
May 28, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - budget
Traverse City Commissioners Approve Performing Arts Venue Negotiations, Farmers Market Pavilion Construction
Traverse City commissioners approved contract negotiations with Studio Anatomy LLC for a performing arts venue in the Bijou by the Bay building and a $3.7 million farmers market pavilion despite zoning questions raised by two commissioners.
May 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
Former Democratic and Republican Party Leaders Team Up to Eliminate Michigan Nominating Conventions
Former Michigan Democratic and Republican party officials are launching a joint effort to eliminate nominating conventions for statewide offices and replace them with primary elections through a constitutional amendment.
April 23, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
Rep. McDonald Rivet Condemns Division at Michigan Democratic Convention as Party Faces Midterm Test
U.S. Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet is calling for Michigan Democrats to address divisive behavior at the state convention that could hurt the party in November midterms.
April 22, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - education
Gretchen Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Smartphone Ban Into Law As Implementation Challenges Mount Across Michigan Schools
Gretchen Whitmer signs bipartisan smartphone ban requiring Michigan public schools to prohibit student phone use during instructional time, but implementation varies widely across 779 districts
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - policy
Michigan Prisoners Break Participation Records as State Expands Education Programs
Michigan prisons report record participation as nearly 4,000 inmates complete educational and vocational programs, up 66% from 2020, with partnerships expanding postsecondary opportunities across 26 facilities.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - crime
Kalamazoo Police Arrest 18-Year-Old After Shots Fired in Stuart Neighborhood
An 18-year-old Kalamazoo man was arrested Tuesday after shots were fired near Elm and West Ransom streets. No one was injured. Police recovered a firearm and shell casings at the scene.
June 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - budget
Four Michigan Legislators Seek Over $6.7 Million in Arts Earmarks for 2027 State Budget
Four Michigan House members seek over $6.7 million in taxpayer funding for orchestras and theater projects in the 2027 state budget proposal, raising questions about earmarks and constitutional requirements.
April 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - development
Northfield Township Approves 106 New Apartments at Chestnut Hills Near Whitmore Lake Despite Opposition
Northfield Township trustees voted 5-1 to approve 106 new apartments at the Chestnut Hills development near Whitmore Lake, north of Ann Arbor. One planning commissioner called the project unpopular with the community.
June 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Grand Rapids 'No Kings' Protest Shifts to Watch Party and Midterm Voting Push
Grand Rapids 'No Kings' organizers pivot from street marches to a watch party at Fountain Street Church on June 14, as both parties ramp up voter mobilization ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
June 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Saginaw Readers: Michigan Raises Starting Pay for Upper Peninsula Prison Guards by $10,000
The Michigan Department of Corrections is raising starting pay for Upper Peninsula prison guards by about $10,000 a year. The increase is part of the state's Safe Prisons Initiative to combat chronic staffing shortages.
June 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislation
Detroit Rep. Joe Tate Leads Bipartisan Push to End Elected University Boards After MSU Crisis
Detroit Rep. Joe Tate joins bipartisan effort to end elected university boards and move AG/secretary of state nominations to primaries, following MSU president Kevin Guskiewicz's abrupt resignation.
May 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - legislation
Traverse City Arts School at Center of Michigan House Fight as Speaker Strips Rep. Tsernoglou of Committee Posts
Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall removed Rep. Penelope Tsernoglou from all committee assignments one day after she called for an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Interlochen Center for the Arts in Grand Traverse County. Tsernoglou alleges retaliation. Hall denies it.
May 29, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - legislation
Marquette Senator McBroom Leads Bipartisan Push to Let Michigan Voters Pick AG and SOS in Primaries
Marquette-area Sen. Ed McBroom is a key sponsor of a bipartisan constitutional amendment that would let primary voters pick Michigan's attorney general and secretary of state nominees and overhaul governance of the state's three flagship universities.
May 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
50-Year-Old Bay City Man Found Partially Submerged in Saginaw River in Zilwaukee Township
A 50-year-old Bay City man was found partially submerged in the Saginaw River in Zilwaukee Township on Thursday afternoon. The Saginaw County Medical Examiner will perform an autopsy to determine cause of death.
May 15, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - economy
Grand Rapids Named No. 16 Best Place in Country to Start a Career, WalletHub Reports
Grand Rapids ranked No. 16 in WalletHub's best places to start a career list, with the area adding 2,000 jobs in 2025 and attracting younger workers at higher rates.
May 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Nearly 300 Residents Evacuated After Wildwood Off Main Apartment Complex Condemned in Kalamazoo Township
Nearly 300 residents at the Wildwood Off Main apartment complex in Kalamazoo Township were condemned Thursday after officials found the building unsafe under state property maintenance codes. Orange warning signs were posted on doors throughout the complex.
May 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - local
Fire at Chandler Crossing Apartments Displaces 46 Residents Near MSU
A fire at The Village at Chandler Crossings apartment complex displaced 46 residents near MSU. The fire started from careless discarding of smoking materials on an exterior balcony. No injuries were reported and all occupants have been provided shelter.
May 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - crime
Four shot, two hit by vehicles at post-prom party in Muskegon County, police say
Police in Muskegon County are investigating a shooting and vehicle attacks at a post-prom party that left four people shot and two others injured Saturday night.
May 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - crime
Felon pleads to lesser charges after shooting woman outside Pontiac apartment complex
A felon accused of shooting a woman outside the Newman Court Apartments in Pontiac pleaded to lesser charges after a deal dropped a count of assault with intent to murder and added assault with intent to do great bodily harm.
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
bet365 Enters Michigan Market as Latest Online Sportsbook to Launch With Major Detroit Partnerships
bet365 launches online sportsbook and casino in Michigan with major Detroit sports partnerships, replacing PokerStars as the platform provider for Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians
April 28, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Gilchrist Secures Michigan Democratic Party Endorsement for Secretary of State
Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist won the Michigan Democratic Party endorsement for secretary of state at the April 19 convention, defeating Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum and former Michigan Lottery Commissioner Suzanna Shkreli in a two-round voting process.
April 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan House Passes Proof of Citizenship Voting Bill in Controversial Party-Line Vote
Michigan House passes bill requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote in 58-46 party-line vote. Democrats warn bill could disenfranchise thousands of voters.
April 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - health
Michigan Senate Bans Mandatory Nurse Overtime in Bipartisan Push for Patient Safety
Michigan Senate passes bipartisan bills banning mandatory nurse overtime, establishing limits on working hours and penalties for violations while allowing exceptions during emergencies
April 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - crime
Woman Arrested After Early Morning Shooting in Oshtemo Township Apartment Leaves Man With Non-Life-Threatening Wound
A 41-year-old woman is in custody after a shooting at an Oshtemo Township apartment building left a 31-year-old man with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to his leg early Saturday morning.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Measles Outbreak Strains Health Department Resources as State Recommends Early Vaccine Doses for Children
Michigan's measles outbreak strains health department resources as state recommends early vaccine doses for children amid seven confirmed cases in Washtenaw County and a potential eighth in Monroe County.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Senate Unanimously Passes Bipartisan Anti-Terrorism Bill Following West Bloomfield Attack
Michigan Senate unanimously passes bipartisan anti-terrorism bill adding intent requirement following West Bloomfield Temple Israel attack, sending bill to House for consideration.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Attorney General Leads Bipartisan Coalition on Geofence Warrants and Election Lawsuits
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel leads a bipartisan coalition of 32 attorneys general in filing amicus briefs with the Supreme Court on geofence warrants and challenges a federal executive order on mail-in ballots through a coalition of 24 attorneys general and governors.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Michigan State Rep Karen Whitsett Quits Politics Citing Faith Clash With Democratic Party
Michigan state Rep. Karen Whitsett announced she will not seek re-election, saying her Christian faith no longer aligns with the Democratic Party's direction on abortion, transgender policies, and party orthodoxy after years of clashes.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Holtec Completes Critical Restart Milestone at Palisades Nuclear Plant in Southwest Michigan
Holtec International completes critical passivation milestone at Palisades Nuclear Plant, bringing reactor back to operating temperature and pressure for first time since 2022 shutdown, with restart expected in 2026.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan State Representative Karen Whitsett Steps Down, Citing Faith as Reason for Leaving Democratic Party and Politics
Michigan State Representative Karen Whitsett announces she will not seek re-election and will not run for office again, citing her Christian faith as incompatible with today's Democratic Party platform.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - elections
Michigan Republican Party Endorses Doug Lloyd and Anthony Forlini as AG and Secretary of State Candidates
Michigan Republican Party delegates endorse Doug Lloyd for attorney general and Anthony Forlini for secretary of state in competitive races against Democrats.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - legislature
Michigan Senate Passes Bipartisan Package to Address Medical Debt and Require Hospital Financial Assistance Programs
The Michigan Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan package of five bills to address medical debt, requiring hospitals to create financial assistance programs for low-income patients and prohibiting medical debt from appearing on credit reports. The legislation now moves to the House for consideration.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - legislature
Bipartisan Michigan Housing Bills Stalled by Local Government Opposition
Bipartisan Michigan housing bills that would cap lot sizes and allow duplexes face opposition from local government groups and may be stalled in the current legislative session.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Senate Passes Bipartisan Medical Debt Reform Bills to Protect Michiganders Burdened by Healthcare Costs
Michigan Senate approves bipartisan medical debt reform bills requiring hospitals to expand financial assistance programs, prevent medical debt from appearing on credit reports, and ban home foreclosures tied to healthcare costs.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
MDOT Starts $7 Million Bridge Improvement Project at I-96, US-31 Interchange in Muskegon County
MDOT begins $7 million bridge improvement project at I-96, US-31 interchange in Muskegon County with partial deck replacement, new expansion joints, and substructure improvements starting April 6.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan Senate Passes Bipartisan Bill to Move Primary Election Date to May
Michigan Senate passes bipartisan bill moving primary election from August to May starting in 2028, giving election officials more time to prepare for increasingly complex election cycles.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Lawmakers Reach Bipartisan Agreement on Official State Duck
Michigan lawmakers have reached a rare bipartisan agreement to designate the wood duck as the state's official duck, with the bill now heading to the governor for signature.
March 30, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
Grand Rapids on the Line as Michigan Governor Candidates Clash Over Tax Cuts, New State Departments, and Marijuana Taxes
Michigan governor candidates clashed over tax policy, government structure, and economic priorities at the Mackinac Policy Conference. Their proposals will directly impact Grand Rapids businesses and residents.
May 28, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Body Found Partially Submerged in Saginaw River Near Crow Island State Game Area
A 50-year-old Bay City man was found dead in the Saginaw River near Crow Island State Game Area. The Saginaw County Sheriff's Office said foul play is not believed to be a factor.
May 15, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - budget
Michigan Legislature Starts 2027 Budget Process as Lawmakers Aim to Pass Plan by July 1 Deadline
Michigan House and Senate have begun advancing 2027 budget bills as lawmakers attempt to meet the July 1 deadline and avoid repeating last year's budget standoff.
April 23, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Michigan Republican Party Picks Anthony Forlini as Secretary of State Nominee in Bid to Reset Brand
Michigan Republicans select Anthony Forlini as Secretary of State nominee and Doug Lloyd as attorney general candidate in strategic pivot toward electability ahead of November general election
April 13, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Legislature Stalls as Campaign Season Looms, Whitmer Signs Only 7 Bills in First Quarter
Michigan's Legislature has passed only seven bills in the first three months of 2026, marking the slowest legislative pace in an even-numbered year this century as lawmakers face campaign season and unresolved property tax reform.
April 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislation
Battle Creek Residents on the Line as Michigan House Passes Resolution Calling for Constitutional Convention
The Michigan House passed a resolution calling for an Article V constitutional convention to limit federal spending, congressional terms, and federal power. The measure now heads to the Senate.
June 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Traverse City Voters Get New Mail Opt-Out as Michigan Changes Automatic Voter Registration June 1
Michigan changes its automatic voter registration opt-out process starting June 1. Newly registered voters will receive a mailed form they can return to remove themselves from voter rolls. The change stems from legislation signed by Gov. Whitmer in 2023.
May 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Michigan Lawmakers Propose Constitutional Amendment to Let Battle Creek Voters Pick Secretary of State and Attorney General
Republican and Democratic lawmakers introduced a constitutional amendment that would let Michigan voters choose secretary of state and attorney general nominees in primary elections instead of party conventions. The proposal faces a two-thirds vote in the legislature and a public referendum.
May 26, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - governor
Michigan Governor Signs Health Care and Local Development Bills Including Wood Duck as Official State Duck
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signs three bipartisan bills addressing physician licensing through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, downtown revitalization via tax increment financing in St. Clair County, and designation of the wood duck as the official state duck in recognition of conservation success.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan GOP Boots Ranked Choice Voting Advocates From Convention After State Rep Maddock Calls Them 'Communists'
Michigan state Rep. Matt Maddock and Republican Party officials kicked out ranked choice voting advocates from the state GOP convention after calling volunteers communists and threatening physical violence. The incident highlights deep divisions over voting reform in Michigan politics.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - arts-culture
Battle Creek Native Carmen Bell Co-Creates Juneteenth Opera 'Tangled Roots' in Kalamazoo
Battle Creek native Carmen Bell co-created 'Tangled Roots,' a Juneteenth opera performed in Kalamazoo that adapts historical slave narratives into music and theater.
June 21, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
36-Year-Old Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash in Walker Near Grand Rapids
A 36-year-old man died in a motorcycle crash in Walker, Michigan, on Friday night. Police are investigating the cause of the single-vehicle crash on Wilson Avenue.
June 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - State Politics
Lansing Lawmakers Introduce Reparations Bills Targeting Descendants of Slavery in Michigan
Michigan lawmakers introduced a three-bill reparations package targeting descendants of enslaved Americans. The bills would create a state commission, a dedicated office, and new data categories. House Speaker Matt Hall opposes the effort.
June 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - politics
Grand Rapids Police Chief Finalists Face Public Forum and Discrimination Lawsuit Scrutiny
Four finalists for Grand Rapids police chief met the public Wednesday. Two of the candidates, Mark Bliss and Eve Stephens, are named in discrimination lawsuits that could influence the city's decision.
June 18, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Detroit: Michigan GOP Rep. Jamie Thompson Walks Out of Capitol Over Colleague’s Comments About Her Dead Daughter
Michigan State Rep. Jamie Thompson has walked out of the Capitol after recordings surfaced of GOP colleague Jim DeSana disparaging her deceased daughter and calling lawmakers 'scumbags.'
June 18, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Pontiac Save-A-Lot Store Used to Spend Stolen SNAP Benefits as Michigan Faces $300 Million Data-Sharing Penalty
A Pontiac Save-A-Lot store was used to spend stolen SNAP benefits from vulnerable Michiganders, as the state faces a $300 million federal penalty for refusing to share food stamp data with the USDA.
June 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Marquette Rep. Karl Bohnak Co-Sponsors Prison Oversight Bills After Inmate Deaths Spark Accountability Push
Marquette-area State Rep. Karl Bohnak co-sponsored prison oversight bills that would expand the Legislative Corrections Ombudsman's powers after recent inmate deaths at Michigan state facilities.
May 29, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Muskegon’s Brianna Scott Leads MSU Board in Controversial Vote to Double President’s Pay, Impose New Ethics Gag Rule
Muskegon's Brianna Scott leads the MSU Board of Trustees through a Sunday night special meeting that nearly doubles the president's salary to $2 million and adopts a controversial ethics policy critics call a gag order.
May 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - elections
Michigan Democrats Nominated Washtenaw Prosecutor Eli Savit for Attorney General After First-Round Win Over Karen McDonald
Michigan Democrats nominated Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit as their attorney general candidate at their state endorsement convention in Detroit, where he defeated Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald in the first round of voting.
April 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - crime
Kalamazoo Vice Mayor Says Police Broke Policy by Brandishing Pepper Spray at Children in Spring Valley Park
Kalamazoo Vice Mayor Drew Duncan says police violated department policy after officers brandished pepper spray at children during a community gathering at Spring Valley Park. More than a dozen residents confronted the city commission about the response.
July 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - Religion
Dearborn Ashura March Draws Thousands and National Backlash Over Flag Display
About 3,000 Shia Muslims marched through Dearborn for the annual Ashura procession on Sunday. The event drew national attention and controversy after conservative commentators criticized the absence of American flags among participants.
June 29, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Grand Rapids: 22-Year-Old Ejected From Car in Rollover Crash on I-196 to I-96 Ramp
A 22-year-old Sparta man was ejected from his car and seriously injured in a rollover crash on the I-196 to I-96 ramp in Grand Rapids early Monday. Michigan State Police said the driver was not wearing a seat belt and speed was a factor.
June 22, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - crime
House Fire Destroys Home and Vehicle on Holland's Southside
A house fire near South 160th Avenue and South Shore Drive on the southside of Holland damaged a home and destroyed a vehicle Friday evening. Three fire departments responded. No injuries have been confirmed.
June 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - community
Dearborn Opens 100-Foot Memorial Listing 18,457 Children Killed in Gaza
A 100-foot mural listing 18,457 Palestinian children killed in Gaza opened in Dearborn's PEACE Park East. The bilingual memorial, created by artist Phil Buehler, will remain on display through July 31.
June 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Battle Creek Federal Center Listed for Sale as Government Seeks $430 Million in Savings
The Hart-Dole-Inouye Federal Center in Battle Creek has been listed for potential sale by the General Services Administration. The building houses more than 1,000 workers, and community leaders say preserving those jobs is the top priority.
June 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - education
Flint: Mott Foundation Commits $100 Million to New High School at Former Flint Central Site
Flint Community Schools broke ground on a $135 million high school at the former Flint Central site, funded by a $100 million commitment from the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation and $35.9 million in state grants. The first new high school in the district in over 50 years is expected to open in fall 2028.
June 18, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Marquette County Votes to Explore Bringing Air Force Base Back to Upper Peninsula
Marquette County commissioners unanimously voted to explore recommissioning part of the former K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base as a U.S. military installation, despite resident concerns about housing displacement.
June 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - politics
Detroit City Council Votes 6-2 for Earlier Teen Curfew at Ford Fireworks After 14-Year-Old Shot in Takeover
Detroit City Council approved an 8 p.m. teen curfew for the Ford Fireworks by a 6-2 vote. The decision followed a shooting that left 14-year-old Tavuan Clark with a bullet wound inches from his heart during a teen takeover downtown.
June 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislation
Ann Arbor Senator Jeff Irwin Advances $100 Million Housing Tax Credit Through Michigan Senate Committee
Ann Arbor Sen. Jeff Irwin's $100 million housing tax credit package cleared the Michigan Senate committee with bipartisan support, facing one dissenting vote. The bills head to the full Senate floor.
June 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Detroit Region: Whitmer Breaks Ground on $16 Billion AI Data Center as Critics Call It a Betrayal
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer broke ground on a $16 billion AI data center in Saline Township alongside OpenAI and Oracle executives. Critics say the project strains local resources and offers few permanent jobs. The facility is part of the $500 billion Stargate Project.
June 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - legislation
Muskegon Waters at Stake as Michigan Lawmakers Debate Opening Walleye and Trout to Commercial Fishing
Michigan lawmakers are weighing bills that would allow commercial fishermen to harvest walleye and lake trout on the Great Lakes, a move that could reshape fishing access for Muskegon-area anglers and charter captains as whitefish populations collapse.
June 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Muskegon Drivers Face Months of M-46 Closures as Michigan Invests $3.3 Million in Bridge Replacement
MDOT is spending $3.3 million to replace a 1959 M-46 bridge over Crockery Creek in Muskegon County, closing the road between Casnovia and Ravenna through October. The project is part of Michigan's $1 billion annual road funding boost.
May 29, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - legislation
Kalamazoo Speaker Hall Floats Sweeping Michigan Election Reform at Mackinac Conference
House Speaker Matt Hall of Kalamazoo County is expanding Michigan's election reform proposal to include closed primaries and state Board of Education changes, delaying the vote until November. The push follows MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz's departure.
May 28, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislation
Whitmer Blames MSU Board Antics for Guskiewicz Exit, Pushes Warren Voters Toward Constitutional Reform
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer blames MSU Board of Trustees dysfunction for President Kevin Guskiewicz's departure to Clemson. The exit accelerates a bipartisan push to amend the Michigan Constitution and replace elected university boards with governor appointments.
May 28, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - legislation
Traverse City Schools Get Snow Day Relief After Whitmer Signs Forgiveness Bill
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a bipartisan bill allowing schools in Grand Traverse County and 46 other Michigan counties to waive up to four additional snow days caused by this year's severe storms.
May 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Kalamazoo County Families to Receive $7,500 in Cash Benefits Through Expanded Rx Kids Program
Rx Kids cash prescription program expands to Galesburg, Oshtemo, and Wakeshma Townships starting June 1. Eligible Kalamazoo County families will receive $7,500 in cash benefits through the state-funded maternal health program.
May 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislation
Michigan House Passes Property Tax Overhaul That Would Reshape Muskegon Homeowner Bills and County Revenues
The Michigan House passed a party-line property tax package that would eliminate the state property tax, end the pop-up tax, and repeal the real estate transfer tax. Muskegon homeowners could save roughly $1,400 a year, but the House Fiscal Agency estimates $5.4 billion to $5.8 billion in annual revenue losses. The bills now head to the Democratic Senate.
May 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - elections
Dearborn Voters Could Pick Michigan Attorney General and Secretary of State in Primaries Under New Proposal
Bipartisan lawmakers propose a constitutional amendment to let Michigan voters, including those in Dearborn, pick attorney general and secretary of state nominees in primaries instead of party conventions.
May 26, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislation
Marquette Schools Get Relief: Michigan Snow Day Forgiveness Bill Passes Legislature, Heads to Governor
A bipartisan bill forgiving four extra snow days for Upper Peninsula and northern Lower Peninsula schools passed the Michigan House 149-5 and Senate 33-2. The measure now heads to Governor Whitmer's desk.
May 25, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislation
Kalamazoo Senator Leads Michigan Senate Hearing on Dam Safety Bills After Statewide Flooding
Senate Committee on Energy and Environment, chaired by Sen. Sean McCann of Kalamazoo, heard testimony on two bipartisan bills to strengthen Michigan's aging dam infrastructure and increase oversight of hydroelectric dam sales.
May 24, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - crime
Woman Escapes Muskegon Heights Police Car While Handcuffed, Later Recaptured After Break-In
A woman handcuffed in a Muskegon Heights police car escaped through a partially open window and was later recaptured after a break-in at a Peck Street residence.
May 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Marquette County Issues Health Warning After Kratom Overdose Death
Marquette County Health Department warns residents about kratom derivatives after a fatal overdose death connected to retail kratom products. The department says kratom derivatives can be up to 13 times more potent than morphine and can cause death by respiratory depression.
May 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Kalamazoo County Jail Under Investigation Over Lead and Copper in Water
Kalamazoo County Jail water testing reveals elevated lead and copper levels in some fixtures. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says water should not be consumed but is safe for other uses. Investigation continues with more testing expected in late May.
May 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Over 2,000 Volunteers Spend Community Impact Day Cleaning Holland, Michigan
More than 2,000 volunteers spent Community Impact Day in Holland, Michigan, cleaning and improving neighborhoods across 122 locations. The initiative, started by the Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce in 2022, has grown into a nationwide movement with volunteers generating over 347,000 dollars in value in a single day.
May 15, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - police
Family Releases Graphic Photos After Officer-Involved Shooting of East Lansing Senior
The family of Isaiah Kirby released graphic photographs of his body to highlight what they describe as the devastating impact of the officer-involved shooting. Attorney Teresa Caine Bingman said the family was shown a highly edited presentation by the East Lansing Police Department rather than full body camera footage.
May 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - fires
Four children escape injured from Muskegon Heights house fire
Four children escaped a house fire in Muskegon Heights Monday evening, but not without injury. One child suffered cuts from broken glass and three others had smoke inhalation from the kitchen fire that started after 8 p.m.
May 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
GM Lays Off 500 To 600 IT Workers In Warren, Michigan As Automaker Pivots To AI Skills
General Motors is laying off 500 to 600 IT workers in Warren, Michigan as part of a skills swap that replaces legacy IT workers with AI engineers. GM shares fell four percent after the announcement. The company is not reducing headcount for cost savings but is restructuring around a pivot to software-defined vehicles.
May 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - education
Flint High School Gets $100 Million Commitment From Mott Foundation For New Building By 2028
The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation announced Monday it is committing up to $100 million for a new high school in Flint, with construction expected to begin later this year.
May 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - budget
American Center for Mobility Faces $35 Million Debt Repayment Demand From Michigan
Michigan is demanding annual payments of $1.62 million from the American Center for Mobility, a nonprofit self-driving auto test facility. The state has invested $35 million in the facility and wants repayment, but advocates say the nonprofit was never meant to repay startup costs.
May 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Flint Residents Get Chance to Shape $20 Million Park Improvement Plan
Flint residents can vote on park improvements as part of a $20 million Charles Stewart Mott Foundation centennial initiative, with feedback accepted through June 6.
May 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - sports
Detroit Gets Professional Women's Hockey League Team
The Professional Women's Hockey League announced Detroit will become the league's ninth franchise, beginning play in the 2026-27 season at Little Caesars Arena with Ally Financial as the inaugural partner.
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - education
TCAPS breaks ground on $17.5M afterschool clubhouse and fieldhouse in Traverse City
TCAPS breaks ground on a $17.5M afterschool clubhouse and multi-purpose fieldhouse in Traverse City. The public-private partnership includes more than $8.5M in donations and will create year-round opportunities for students.
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Michigan Treasury Launches $8 Million Fire Equipment Grant Program to Help Volunteer Firefighters
Michigan Treasury Department announces $8 million grant program to help volunteer and part-time fire departments purchase essential equipment
May 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Attorney General and Oakland Prosecutor Call for Independent Audit of Democratic Convention After Remote Voting Issues
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald are calling for an independent audit of the Michigan Democratic Party's April 19 convention after reports revealed the electronic voting system had multiple failures, including more than 200 votes cast remotely from outside the convention center.
May 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Public Service Commission Adopts Framework to Improve Grid Reliability Through Undergrounding, Battery Storage and New Metrics
The Michigan Public Service Commission unanimously adopted a reliability framework requiring utilities to adopt emerging national metrics and explore undergrounding projects as part of efforts to improve grid resilience following severe storms.
May 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - healthcare
Michigan Senate Proposes Requiring Insurers to Cover IVF and IUI Fertility Treatments
Michigan Senate Bill 922 would mandate health insurance coverage for IVF and IUI fertility treatments starting January 1, 2027, aiming to remove financial barriers for prospective parents.
April 30, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Michigan House Advances Bill to Ban Sex Offenders From Child-Facing Jobs
Michigan House advances legislation to ban registered sex offenders from working at businesses that primarily serve minors, including martial arts studios, dance studios, summer camps, and childcare facilities.
April 29, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Court Rejects GOP Lawsuit Attempting to Limit Military and Overseas Voting Rights
Michigan Court of Claims Judge Sima Patel dismissed a Republican National Committee and Michigan Republican Party lawsuit challenging a state law that allows spouses and dependents of Americans living overseas to vote absentee using their family's last residence, ruling the law is consistent with the Michigan Constitution.
April 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Forlini and Gilchrist Set for Tight Michigan Secretary of State Race as Election Security Becomes Flashpoint
Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist have been nominated by their parties for Michigan secretary of state, setting up a competitive November 2026 race focused on election security, voter rolls, and modernizing election administration.
April 26, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - budget
Michigan House Passes $75.8 Billion Budget Proposal, Senate Moves Toward Vote
Michigan House passes $75.8 billion budget proposal with cuts to state departments, Senate moves toward vote on Democratic plan
April 24, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Jocelyn Benson Paid $775,000 To Settle A Racial Discrimination Claim. Three More Lawsuits Followed.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's office settled a $775,000 racial discrimination claim in 2024. Since then, three additional lawsuits have been filed by current and former employees, and a senior advisor submitted a sworn affidavit alleging discriminatory practices became department policy.
April 21, 2026·James Thornton | Michigan Capitol Press·6 sources - politics
Harris and Booker Slam Trump at Michigan Democratic Luncheon, Honor Women in Politics
Former Vice President Kamala Harris and U.S. Sen. Cory Booker delivered scathing rebukes of President Trump at a Michigan Democratic Party luncheon honoring women in politics.
April 21, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Beshear Urges Michigan Democrats to "Talk Like a Normal Human" as Whitmer Kicks Off Final Term
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and outgoing Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer urged Michigan Democrats to abandon advocacy speak and use ordinary language to connect with voters as the party gears up for November midterms.
April 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Michigan Solar Farm Pushback: Rural Communities Challenge State Approval Process as EDF Project Advances in Genesee County
Residents in northern Genesee County are gathering to fight a 2,021-acre solar project proposed by EDF Renewables, part of a broader trend of opposition to large-scale solar farms across Michigan as state law shifts approval power from local townships to the MPSC.
April 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan Democrats Launch Billboard Campaign Blaming Duggan for Toxic Dirt Scandal
Michigan Democratic Party launches billboard campaign along Detroit highways criticizing former Mayor Mike Duggan for leaving contaminated soil at demolition sites, as the independent candidate runs for governor
April 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Michigan House Rejects Auto Insurance Reform Bill in Blistering 45-63 Defeat
The Michigan House defeated a no-fault auto insurance reform bill 45-63, ending a bipartisan effort to lower rates while protecting accident victims from inadequate treatment.
April 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Michigan Lawmakers Propose Year-Long Data Center Moratorium Amid Rural Community Backlash
Bipartisan Michigan lawmakers introduced House Bills 5594-5596 to halt data center construction statewide for one year, giving communities time to assess impacts before approving new facilities.
April 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Governor Whitmer Tells Michigan Democrats She Gets Shit Done as She Kicks Off Final Term
Governor Whitmer addresses Michigan Democrats at convention, outlining priorities for final term including education, housing and infrastructure while calling on party to maintain Democratic trifecta
April 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
Three Michigan Democrats Seek Secretary of State Nomination at State Convention
Three Michigan Democrats seek party endorsement as secretary of state at state convention this Sunday
April 18, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Said "Re-Parent Black Kids" and Every HHS Dollar Sent To Michigan FOC Proves It
The Secretary of Health and Human Services told a podcast audience that Black children should be re-parented. His department funds every Friend of the Court office in Michigan. The tape is public. The funding is documented. The system is doing exactly what he said.
April 18, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - elections
Jocelyn Benson Proposes Banning Utility Political Spending in Michigan
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson proposes banning regulated utilities from spending money to influence or elect politicians in Michigan as part of a broader energy reform plan.
April 18, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Attorney General Candidate Eli Savit Used Government Gas Card for Campaign Travel, Records Show
Democratic attorney general candidate Eli Savit used a government gas card for campaign travel in Washtenaw County, a practice he says is part of his compensation package.
April 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Michigan Lawmakers Push for Epstein Investigation Into Interlochen Center
Michigan lawmakers are pushing for a bipartisan investigation into connections between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and the Interlochen Center for the Arts, which Epstein donated nearly half a million dollars to and built a lodge named after himself.
April 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
John James Debate Standoff With Oakland County GOP Deepens Michigan Republican Primary Rift
John James' debate standoff with Oakland County GOP deepens Michigan Republican primary rift as the frontrunner's refusal to commit to an April 30 debate creates tension with county party leaders.
April 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Ypsilanti Sends Police Budget Ballot Initiative to Governor Whitmer for Review
Ypsilanti City Council sends Charter Amendment to Governor Whitmer requiring voter approval for police budget increases. Initiative filed in 2024 with enough signatures to qualify for November 2026 ballot.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - education
Michigan Expands Tuition-Free Education and Career Training Programs as State Invests $558.9 Million in Student Financial Aid
Michigan invested over $558.9 million in student financial aid during the 2024-2025 academic year, helping 153,000 students access tuition-free community college, career training, and four-year degree programs. The state is hosting more than 25 events this April to promote these opportunities as part of Career Exploration and Awareness Month.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - legislature
Michigan Lawmakers Push Stricter Penalties for Cargo Theft as Organized Crime Targets State Businesses
Michigan House Representatives introduced two companion bills to enhance criminal penalties for cargo theft, with proposals allowing prosecutors to seek up to 10 additional years in prison for convicted offenders. The bills have moved to the Senate for consideration after passing the House with bipartisan support.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Michigan Supreme Court Rejects Disney's Tax Appeal in Decade-Old Dispute With State
The Michigan Supreme Court has rejected Disney's appeal in a decade-long tax dispute with the state, upholding a lower court ruling that requires the entertainment giant to resolve the issue directly with the Treasury Department.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Michigan Agencies Fail to Act on Plastic Pellet Spill That Polluted Kalamazoo River for Weeks
Michigan state agencies failed to act for weeks on a plastic pellet spill that polluted the Kalamazoo River. A semi-trailer crash in January released 48,000 pounds of plastic pellets, but the Environmental Department wasn't notified until three weeks later. Cleanup is now underway, but questions remain about interagency coordination and regulation of industrial microplastics.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court Bars City of Troy From Profiting on Building Permit Fees After 15-Year Battle
The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled against the City of Troy after 15 years of litigation over building permit fees, ordering the city to pay $575,000 in fees and barring it from profiting on permit collections. The ruling sets a precedent for how Michigan municipalities may calculate and spend building department fees under the state Construction Code Act and Headlee Amendment.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - elections
Michigan House Advances Proof of Citizenship Voting Bill After Committee Hearing
House Bill 4765, a GOP-sponsored proposal requiring proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration, advanced to the House floor after a contentious committee hearing. The Michigan Democratic Party formally opposed the bill, calling it an attempt to make it harder for Michiganders to vote.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - policy
Federal Education Tax Credit Program Targets Michigan as State Lags in Reading Scores
U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon is urging Michigan to opt into a new federal tax credit program that could expand school choice options for families. The Education Freedom Tax Credit allows taxpayers to claim up to $1,700 in credits for donations to scholarship-granting organizations, with the program expected to be available starting in 2027. As Michigan ranks 44th nationally in fourth-grade reading scores, the federal program has attracted support from state Republican leaders while facing concerns from education officials about its potential impact on public schools.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - policy
Michigan Measles Outbreak Spills to Monroe County as State Health Officials Recommend Earlier Vaccination for Infants
Michigan's measles outbreak has expanded to Monroe County, bringing the state total to eight confirmed cases. Health officials are recommending that infants as young as 6 months receive an accelerated first dose of the MMR vaccine in several southeast Michigan counties due to possible community transmission. The outbreak has cost health departments nearly $100,000 so far in containment efforts.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - policy
Michigan Utilities Face Back-to-Back Rate Hikes as MPSC Approves $276.6M Consumers Energy Increase
Michigan Public Service Commission approves $276.6 million rate hike for Consumers Energy, raising residential bills by 8.9% starting May 1, as utility customers face back-to-back increases from both major providers.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan GOP Nominates Anthony Forlini for Secretary of State, Doug Lloyd for Attorney General
Michigan GOP convention selects Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini for secretary of state and Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd for attorney general in bid to unify party ahead of 2026 general election.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - courts
U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Puts Michigan Conversion Therapy Ban in Jeopardy as Legal Battle Continues
U.S. Supreme Court ruling against Colorado conversion therapy ban is expected to affect Michigan's similar law, which has been on hold since December 2025. Legal parties must meet within 14 days to determine next steps.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - legislature
Michigan Legislature Advances Major Healthcare Bills to Address Medical Debt and Hospital Financial Assistance
Michigan Senate unanimously approves bipartisan medical debt reform package and Hospital Financial Assistance Act; House advances premises liability, opioid treatment, and litigation funding bills
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall Claims Transparency Award From Nonexistent Organization
Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall announced he received a transparency award from MI STATE, but multiple news outlets could not find any record of the organization existing. The Democratic Party responded by naming him winner of the Speaker's Asinine Decision Award.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - budget
Michigan Legislature Braces for 2027 Budget Fight Over Federal Work Requirements and Road Funding
Governor Whitmer's $88.1 billion FY27 budget proposal faces intense scrutiny as lawmakers debate federal work requirements, road funding priorities, and education spending amid partisan divisions in the Legislature
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Announces Nearly 50 New Housing Units and Commercial Space Coming to Grand Rapids and Saline
Governor Whitmer announced $33 million in housing and commercial development projects in Grand Rapids and Saline through the bipartisan RAP program, creating 45 apartments and revitalizing downtown properties.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Independent Report Questions Market for DeVos, Van Andel Luxury Development in Downtown Grand Rapids
Independent SB Friedman report commissioned by Michigan Strategic Fund finds limited evidence the downtown Grand Rapids market can support $796 million luxury development with million-dollar condos and luxury apartments at projected price points.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Announces $33 Million Investment in Housing and Commercial Development for Grand Rapids and Saline
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced $33 million in RAP program funding for housing and commercial development projects in Grand Rapids and Saline, creating 45 apartments and revitalizing downtown Saline.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield Delivers Historic State of the City Speech at Mumford High School
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield made history by delivering her first State of the City address at Mumford High School, unveiling plans for neighborhood investment, housing, education partnerships, public safety, and population growth.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
MPSC Approves $276.6 Million Consumers Energy Rate Increase to Fund Grid Reliability Upgrades
MPSC approves $276.6 million Consumers Energy rate increase to fund grid reliability upgrades, adding $6.46 per month to average residential bills starting May 1.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan Republicans Nominate Anthony Forlini and Doug Lloyd as Secretary of State and Attorney General Candidates
Michigan GOP delegates have nominated Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini as their secretary of state candidate and Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd as their attorney general candidate at the party's endorsement convention in Novi.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Public Service Commission Approves $276.6 Million Consumers Energy Rate Hike To Fund Grid Reliability Improvements
Michigan Public Service Commission approved $276.6 million Consumers Energy rate increase to fund grid reliability upgrades, adding $6.46 to average residential bills starting May 1 after Attorney General Dana Nessel intervened to push for lower increase.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - policy
Michigan Treasury Sets April 20 Deadline for First Wholesale Marijuana Tax Payments With Penalty Waiver Option
Michigan Treasury has set April 20, 2026 as the deadline for first quarterly payments of the new 24% Wholesale Marijuana Tax, with a penalty and interest waiver option for businesses that submit at least 75% of taxes due by the deadline and pay the full amount by January 20, 2027. The department issued Revenue Administrative Bulletin 2026-3 providing detailed guidance on tax calculations, taxable transactions, and compliance requirements.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - legislature
Michigan House Speaker Proposes Constitutional Amendment to Require Supermajority Votes During Lame Duck Sessions
Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall proposes constitutional amendment requiring two-thirds legislative vote for bills passed during lame duck sessions after elections, aiming to ensure bipartisan consensus and restore voter accountability.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - healthcare
Michigan Legislature Passes Bill to Renew Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, Preserving Access for 8,000 Physicians
Michigan lawmakers pass bipartisan bill to renew Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, protecting access for 8,000 physicians and 100,000 daily patient visits
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Legislature Advances Comprehensive Healthcare Package Addressing Medical Debt, Liability Reform, and Workforce Shortages
Michigan Legislature advances bipartisan healthcare package addressing medical debt relief, liability reform, organ donation incentives, and anesthesiologist assistant licensure to tackle workforce shortages
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·7 sources - policy
Michigan Lawmakers Advance Comprehensive Drone Regulation Package Through Legislature
Michigan lawmakers are advancing a comprehensive bipartisan drone regulation package that addresses critical infrastructure protection, foreign-made drone restrictions, and enhanced state oversight through the Department of Transportation.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·7 sources