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Jason Tunney Files to Run for Michigan Senate Again While Competing in May Special Election
Republican Jason Tunney files paperwork to run for Michigan Senate again in November 2026 while competing in the May special election for the 35th Senate District
April 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Michigan Senate 35th District Special Election Tightens as Both Sides Build Momentum Ahead of May 5 Vote
Michigan Senate 35th District special election on May 5 could determine whether Democrats keep their one-seat majority in the state Senate
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - Upper Peninsula
Sault Tribe Board Weighs Delaying Constitutional Vote as Director Proposes Withholding Board Pay
At its September 1 meeting, the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians board will consider rescinding its unanimous May authorization of a Secretarial Election on a proposed three-branch government. One director wants the board's compensation forfeited if it reverses course, while a rival resolution presses ahead with implementation planning.
September 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - detroit
Detroit Businesswoman Fay Beydoun Charged With 16 Felonies in $20 Million Michigan Grant Scandal
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel charged Fay Beydoun with 16 felonies, alleging she stole from a $20 million state grant awarded to her nonprofit Global Link International and used taxpayer funds for personal expenses including rugs, furniture, and dinners for Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
June 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson Files 26,752 Signatures to Run for Michigan Governor
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson has filed 26,752 signatures to qualify for the Michigan governor's ballot, joining Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Mayor Tom Leonard in the Democratic primary field.
April 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Wedding Caterer Banned for Five Years After Last-Minute Cancellations And Refund Failures
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has banned wedding caterer Alicia Thompson from operating in the state for five years after more than 40 consumer complaints alleged last-minute cancellations and failure to issue refunds. Affected consumers can file claims by May 1 to receive refunds by July 1.
April 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
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 - politics
35th Senate District Special Election Could Reshape Michigan Legislature as Democrats Hold Narrow Lead
The May 5 special election for Michigan's 35th Senate District could determine whether Democrats maintain their one-seat majority in the state Senate or face a tied legislature, with implications for Lansing politics throughout 2026 and beyond.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Michigan Supreme Court Set to Hear Dispute Between Senate and House Over Nine Stalled Bills
Michigan Supreme Court set to hear May arguments in Senate v. House dispute over nine stalled bills from prior legislative session that never reached Governor Whitmer for signature.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Michigan MPSC Approves $276.6 Million Consumers Energy Rate Hike While Multiple Utility Cases Remain Open
Michigan Public Service Commission approves $276.6 million rate increase for Consumers Energy, effective May 1, 2026, while multiple utility rate cases remain open before the regulator.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - politics
Michigan Supreme Court Set to Hear Arguments on Withheld Bills Case as Senate Sues House Over Stalled Legislation
The Michigan Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in May on a lawsuit between the state Senate and House over nine bills that passed both chambers during the 2023-2024 legislative session but never reached Governor Whitmer's desk. The bills deal with corrections officer pensions, public employee health care, and historical museum funding.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Absentee Ballots Mailed for Michigan Senate 35th District Special Election as Race Tightens
Midland County voters received absentee ballots for the May 5 special election in Michigan's 35th Senate District, which could determine whether Democrats maintain their narrow majority in the state Senate.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources