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Dearborn Public Schools Names Mike Esseily First Arab-American Superintendent Amid $1.5 Billion Bond Push
Dearborn Public Schools unanimously voted to hire Mike Esseily as superintendent, making him the district's first Arab-American permanent leader. He begins July 1 as the board pushes a $1.5 billion bond proposal to the November ballot.
5h ago·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - elections
Detroit’s Mike Duggan Exits Michigan Governor Race, Clearing Path for Benson
Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan ended his independent campaign for Michigan governor Thursday, citing polling deficits and fundraising shortfalls. His exit clears the path for Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and reshapes the 2026 gubernatorial race.
May 28, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Flint Sheriff Swanson Gains Open Lane as Mike Duggan Drops Out of Michigan Governor Race
Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan has dropped out of the Michigan governor race, clearing the field for Democratic candidates including Flint's Chris Swanson and Republican John James. The withdrawal reshapes the August primary race.
May 26, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - elections
Republican Super PAC Pledges $45 Million to Boost Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate Race
Republican super PAC Senate Leadership Fund commits $45 million to boost Mike Rogers in Michigan's U.S. Senate race, the largest early investment the organization has ever made in Michigan. The Democratic primary features competitive candidates including Haley Stevens and Mallory McMorrow.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan Senate Candidate Mike Rogers Proposes Ending No-Cost Preventive Care and Creating High-Risk Pools
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers proposes ending no-cost preventive care and creating high-risk insurance pools in a plan that would roll back key Affordable Care Act provisions, drawing criticism from health care experts and Democratic allies.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Michigan Senate Race Heats Up as GOP Pours $45M Into Mike Rogers Campaign
Republican super PAC Senate Leadership Fund announces record $45M investment in Michigan Senate race to boost Mike Rogers, making the state GOP's top pickup opportunity in 2026 midterms
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Mike Cox Announces Tax Cut Plan and Education Reform as Michigan Governor Candidate
Former Attorney General Mike Cox announces plan to eliminate Michigan's state income tax and implement education reforms modeled after Mississippi, arguing current policies are driving population out of the state.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
Grand Rapids Voters Face Crowded 2026 Michigan Gubernatorial Primary as Whitmer Era Ends
Six candidates are competing in Michigan's 2026 gubernatorial primary as Governor Gretchen Whitmer becomes term-limited. The race includes Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, Rep. John James, Sen. Aric Nesbitt, former AG Mike Cox, and Perry Johnson.
May 26, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - accountability
Detroit Gubernatorial Candidates Face Scrutiny as Michigan’s First Financial Disclosure Law Reveals Gaps
Michigan's new gubernatorial candidate financial disclosure law reveals stark differences in transparency. Only three of nine candidates disclosed specific dollar amounts. Detroit-linked candidates Jocelyn Benson and Mike Duggan filed contrasting reports as the race heats up.
May 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
National Republicans Pour $45M Into Michigan Senate Race as GOP Hopes for Midterm Pickup
National Republican super PAC Senate Leadership Fund commits $45M to Michigan Senate race to help GOP nominee Mike Rogers flip the seat, marking the group's largest and earliest investment in the state.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Dearborn selects first-ever Arab American, Muslim educator as new superintendent
Dearborn Public Schools has selected Mike Esseily as its new superintendent, making him the first Arab American and Muslim educator to hold the position.
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Ann Arbor: Dusty May Leaves Michigan for Dallas Mavericks After National Championship
Dusty May leaves Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks after leading the Wolverines to a national championship in just two seasons. Athletic Director Warde Manuel faces a rapid coaching search as roster stability becomes a concern.
1d ago·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Pontiac Voters on the Line as Michigan Senate Candidates Clash Over Clean Energy and Rising Bills
Michigan Senate candidates clash over clean energy policy as rising gas and utility prices hit Pontiac households. Democrats blame federal rollbacks while Republicans defend fossil fuel focus.
June 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
Dearborn at Center of Michigan Senate Primary as El-Sayed Faces Scrutiny Over Israel Comments and Leaked Remarks
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed faces scrutiny over his refusal to affirm Israel's right to exist as a Jewish state and a leaked recording in which he referenced Dearborn voters' reaction to Middle East conflict.
May 29, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Detroit Poll: Michigan Voters Don't Know the State Is Falling Behind on Income, Education, and Jobs
A new Detroit Regional Chamber poll finds 75 percent of Michigan voters don't know the state has fallen to 39th nationally in per-person income. The findings arrive as the Mackinac Policy Conference opens with warnings that Michigan's house is on fire.
May 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Pontiac reconfigures Auburn Avenue, adds lighted crosswalks after pedestrian deaths
Pontiac officials announce safety upgrades on Auburn Avenue and other corridors following a string of pedestrian fatalities, including reconfiguring traffic lanes and adding lighted crosswalks.
May 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Michigan Governor Race Heats Up as Perry Johnson Challenges John James with Aggressive TV Ad Blitz and Fundraising Text War
Republican gubernatorial candidates John James and Perry Johnson engage in a fundraising text war and advertising battle as Johnson's $15 million campaign challenges James' moderate approach in Michigan's crowded primary field
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - accountability
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 - 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 - elections
Mallory McMorrow Overtakes Rivals in Michigan Senate Fundraising as Rogers Builds War Chest
State Sen. Mallory McMorrow has pulled ahead of Democratic rivals Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens in Michigan Senate fundraising, while Republican Mike Rogers maintains the largest war chest in the competitive race.
April 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Mallory McMorrow Turns In Campaign Signatures for Michigan Senate Race as Democrats Face Competitive Primary Against Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed
Mallory McMorrow became the second Democrat to file for Michigan's Senate race after turning in 30,000 signatures Monday, joining Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed in a competitive primary against Republican frontrunner Mike Rogers.
April 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Michigan Senate Special Election in May Could Eliminate Democrats' Narrow Majority
Michigan Democrats hold a razor-thin 19-18 majority in the state Senate. A special election in May could eliminate that majority if Republicans win the seat left open by State Sen. Mike Farnan's resignation. The race serves as an early test of the political mood heading into November when every legislative seat goes up for re-election.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources