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Between 171,000 and 355,000 Michiganders Could Lose Medicaid Coverage Under New Federal Work Requirements
New federal Medicaid work requirements set to begin in January 2027 could cause between 171,000 and 355,000 Michiganders to lose coverage, according to a new Urban Institute report analyzing the impact of the Trump administration's One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Governor Requests Federal Disaster Declaration After Deadly Southwest Tornadoes
Governor Whitmer requests federal disaster declaration for Branch, Cass, and St. Joseph counties after deadly March tornadoes that killed four people and destroyed dozens of homes. Federal aid could include low-interest disaster loans and grants for housing and repairs.
April 29, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - budget
Michigan Warns of Medicaid, SNAP Coverage Losses Without $30 Million Workforce Funding
State officials warn that hundreds of thousands of Michiganders could lose Medicaid and SNAP coverage without $30 million in workforce funding to handle federal work requirements.
April 22, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Michigan Requests Federal Aid After Deadly March Tornadoes Hit Southwest Communities
Governor Whitmer requests federal disaster aid following deadly March 6 tornado outbreak in southwest Michigan that killed four people and caused widespread destruction across Branch, Cass, and St. Joseph counties.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - budget
Michigan Budget Response to Federal Medicaid Changes Raises Concerns Over Coverage Losses
Michigan prepares to implement federal Medicaid work requirements in 2027, with state officials warning between 171,000 and 355,000 Michiganders could lose coverage. Governor Whitmer's budget includes new funding and revenue sources to protect access to care while complying with federal requirements.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - policy
Trump's Federal Medicaid Work Requirements Could Cost 171,000 to 355,000 Michiganders Their Coverage
New Urban Institute report projects 171,000 to 355,000 Michiganders could lose Medicaid coverage under Trump Administration's federal work requirements and eligibility redeterminations.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - healthcare
Michigan Medicaid Faces Federal Work Requirements That Could Disenroll 355,000 Residents
New federal work requirements could disenroll 355,000 Michiganders from Medicaid by 2028, creating financial strain on hospitals and reducing access to care for low-income residents.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Michigan Lawmakers, Governor Seek Federal Disaster Aid After Deadliest Tornadoes in 50 Years
Michigan Governor and congressional delegation seek major federal disaster declaration after deadly March 6 tornadoes kill four and destroy dozens of homes in southwest Michigan, marking the state's deadliest weather event in nearly 50 years.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - policy
Governor Whitmer Calls for Federal Social Media Crackdown After Hosting Michigan Internet Summit
Governor Gretchen Whitmer called for federal legislation to protect children from social media addiction after hosting a summit with youth advocates and activists. Michigan has passed state-level protections, but Whitmer said online safety issues cross state borders and require national action. The Kids Over Clicks package, which passed through a Senate committee last month, would ban addictive online feeds for minors and regulate chatbot features.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - state government
Michigan Restores Federal Disaster Mitigation Funding After Court Victory
Michigan restores federal disaster mitigation funding after court victory. The BRIC grant program provides communities with $19 million in federal funding to reduce disaster risks from floods, tornadoes and severe storms.
April 13, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Food Banks Face Rising Costs and Federal SNAP Cuts as State Budget Director Visits Kalamazoo
Michigan State Budget Director Jen Flood toured Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes amid growing concerns over SNAP funding challenges from federal regulations under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The Governor's $88.1 billion budget proposal includes $186 million for SNAP administration, while food banks across Michigan report rising costs and donation deficits.
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 - governor
Governor Whitmer Orders Study of Tariff Impact on Michigan Economy as Federal Refund Process Unclear
Governor Whitmer signs executive directive requiring state agencies to report on economic impact of federal tariffs and ensure businesses understand refund process after Supreme Court strikes down tariff policy.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Opens FEMA Disaster Grant Program After Federal Court Order Restores Funding
Michigan State Police and Attorney General restore critical disaster mitigation funding through federal court victory, reopening BRIC grant program for municipalities seeking to protect against natural hazards.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - budget
Michigan 2027 Budget Braces for Federal Work Requirements and Road Funding Challenges
Michigan Legislature begins 2027 budget process amid new federal work requirements for Medicaid and SNAP that will require $94.3 million in additional state funding and 589 new staff positions
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - budget
Michigan Legislature Begins 2027 Budget Process With Education Spending and Federal Work Requirement Challenges
Michigan Legislature begins 2027 budget process with Governor Whitmer's $88.1B proposal including $21.4B in school aid, $625M literacy investment, and $181M Pre-K expansion amid federal work requirement challenges and Republican opposition to tax increases.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·10 sources - government
New Federal Child Support Commissioner Adam Norman Brings Enforcement Focus to Oversight of State Programs
Adam Norman has taken office as the new Commissioner of the Office of Child Support Enforcement, overseeing Title IV-D compliance for all state programs including Michigan's 75-county Friend of the Court system.
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 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 - policy
Flint Families on the Line as Michigan Refuses to Share SNAP Data With Federal Government
Michigan refuses to share SNAP data with the USDA, a decision the federal government says could cost taxpayers $300 million. Flint residents who rely on food assistance are caught in the middle of the dispute.
May 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislation
Dearborn Voters at Center of Michigan Senate Voting Rights Push After Supreme Court Strikes Down Federal Protections
Michigan Senate Democrats advanced a four-bill package to create a state Voting Rights Act after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down key federal protections. The bills would require cities like Dearborn to expand language access at polling places and fund translated voting materials.
May 25, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - legislation
Lansing Democrats Reintroduce Michigan Voting Rights Act After Supreme Court Strips Federal Protections
Michigan Democrats and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson reintroduced the Michigan Voting Rights Act in Lansing Tuesday, days after the U.S. Supreme Court weakened the federal Voting Rights Act. The four-bill package now goes before the Senate Elections Committee.
May 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - accountability
Nesbitt Demands Federal Probe Into Whitmer’s Ties to $20 Million Grant Scandal
Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt has demanded a federal investigation into Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's ties to Fay Beydoun, a metro Detroit businesswoman facing 16 felony charges over a $20 million state grant. The political clash intensifies as the 2026 gubernatorial race heats up.
May 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Officials Slam DOJ Demand for Wayne County Ballots as Federal Interference
Attorney General Dana Nessel, Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson jointly condemned a DOJ letter threatening Wayne County with a court order to turn over 2024 election ballots. Officials say the demand is baseless federal interference.
April 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Dam Safety Failures Endanger Cheboygan as Federal Regulators Ignore Years of Warnings
Michigan dam safety failures endanger Cheboygan as federal regulators ignore years of warnings, with taxpayers now funding emergency repairs at the Cheboygan Lock and Dam complex
April 18, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 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 - governor
Judge to Decide Whether Ex-Michigan House Aide Faces Trial in $25 Million Embezzlement Case
A Lansing judge will decide May 7 whether former House aide David Coker faces trial on embezzlement charges related to a $25 million state grant. Prosecutors allege Coker used grant funds for personal vehicle loans and precious metals.
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Former Michigan House Aide Accused of Embezzling $820,000 in State Grant for Clare Health Park
Former Michigan House aide David Coker faces felony embezzlement charges after prosecutors say he misused $820,000 from a $25 million state health park grant for personal vehicle loans, precious metals, and land purchases. Judge will decide May 7 if case goes to trial.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - budget
Michigan Budget Director Tours Food Bank as State Faces $1 Billion Revenue Drop Amid Federal SNAP Pressures
Michigan Budget Director Jen Flood visits a Kalamazoo food bank as the state navigates a $1 billion revenue decline and federal SNAP pressures, while political divisions over the budget persist.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - legislature
Former House Speaker Aide Accused of Embezzling State Grant Money for Health Park Project
Former House Speaker Jason Wentworth's legislative aide David Coker faces felony embezzlement charges after prosecutors allege he misused $820,000 of state grant money intended to build a health and wellness park in Clare. Judge Kristen D. Simmons will decide May 7 whether the case goes to trial.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Whitmer Calls for Federal Action on Social Media as Kids Over Clicks Bill Moves to Senate Floor
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer called for federal legislation to address social media's harmful impact on children while the state's Kids Over Clicks bill package moves to the Senate floor for consideration.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Unlocks $51 Million for EV Charging Network Expansion After Federal Approval
Michigan unlocks $51 million in federal NEVI funds to expand electric vehicle charging network after Federal Highway Administration approval of state's 2026 infrastructure plan.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Environmental Groups Call for More Action on Microplastics as Federal EPA Designates Pollutants as Priority
The Trump administration's designation of microplastics and pharmaceuticals as priority drinking water contaminants has drawn mixed reactions in Michigan, with environmental groups and state officials urging stronger monitoring requirements and regulation despite the federal EPA's new priority contaminant listing.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - courts
Michigan Attorney General Charges Macomb County Dentist with Racketeering in Massive Alleged Medicaid Fraud Scheme
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has charged a Macomb County dentist with racketeering and 131 counts of Medicaid fraud in an alleged scheme involving dental crowns that were billed but never provided to patients.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - budget
Michigan's $9 Billion Surplus Spent on Schools, Roads, Medicaid as Lawmakers Debate Budget Priorities
Michigan's $9 billion surplus from 2023 was spent on schools, roads, Medicaid, and other priorities as lawmakers debate whether the investment delivered value to Michigan residents.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Environmental Leaders Push for Microplastics Monitoring as Federal Agency Takes First Steps
Trump administration adds microplastics and pharmaceuticals to federal drinking water contaminant list for the first time, but Michigan environmental groups and lawmakers urge more aggressive action including state-level monitoring and regulation.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Opens Federal Disaster Preparedness Grants After Court Order Restores Program
Michigan State Police opens federal BRIC disaster mitigation grant program after court order restores congressionally mandated funding for community resilience projects
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - policy
Michigan State Police Opens Federal BRIC Grant Program to Help Communities Prepare for Natural Disasters
Michigan State Police opens FEMA BRIC grant program to help communities prepare for natural disasters following federal court order restoring congressionally mandated funding program.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Michigan Rural Health Care Crisis Ignored as State Diverts Federal Funding Away from Communities That Need It Most
Michigan's $173 million in federal Rural Health Transformation Program funding is being distributed in a way that allows major urban areas with robust health care systems to compete for resources meant for rural communities facing genuine challenges, according to state Sen. Jim Runestad.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Attorney General Charges Macomb County Dentist with 131 Counts of Medicaid Fraud in Alleged Dental Crowns Scheme
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced April 3 that a Macomb County dentist faces 131 counts of Medicaid fraud and one count of racketeering in an alleged scheme involving unnecessary dental crowns billed to the state's Medicaid program.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 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 Attorney General Wins Legal Battle to Restore Federal Disaster Mitigation Grant Program
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel secures federal court order restoring the BRIC disaster mitigation grant program, enabling communities to prepare for future tornadoes and severe weather after devastating March tornadoes killed four people in southwest Michigan.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Governor Whitmer Requests Federal Disaster Declaration After Deadly Southwest Michigan Tornadoes
Governor Whitmer requests federal disaster declaration after March 6 tornadoes killed four people in southwest Michigan's deadliest weather event in nearly five decades, destroying 33 homes and causing widespread damage across Branch, Cass, and St. Joseph counties.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - courts
Supreme Court Rejects Michigan's Line 5 Sovereignty Claim, Opens Federal Door for Enbridge Lawsuit
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Michigan's sovereign immunity claim in the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline case, allowing the energy company to proceed with a federal lawsuit to maintain operations of the controversial facility beneath the Straits of Mackinac.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan Attorney General Vows Legal Challenge to Trump's Federal Election Oversight Executive Order
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel vows to challenge President Trump's new executive order expanding federal election oversight, calling it unconstitutional and unlawful.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Attorney General Nessel Wins Federal Court Ruling Blocking Trump Administration From Cutting Permanent Housing Grants
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel won a federal appeals court ruling that blocks the Trump administration from imposing new restrictions on Continuum of Care grants, protecting approximately 7,000 households in Michigan from losing housing assistance.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Issues Executive Order to Evaluate Tariff Impacts and Help Michiganders Seek Federal Refunds
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive directive ordering state agencies to evaluate the economic impact of federal tariffs and help Michigan businesses seek refunds from the federal government after the Supreme Court struck down portions of the tariffs.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - courts
Attorney General Dana Nessel Pursues Multiple Legal Challenges to Federal Immigration Detention Plans and Election Fraud Cases
Attorney General Dana Nessel files federal lawsuit to block planned ICE detention facility in Romulus while securing prison sentence for man convicted of 2022 election fraud scheme
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 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
U.S. Education Secretary McMahon Urges Michigan to Join Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program
U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon visited Metro Detroit and urged Governor Whitmer to join a federal tax credit scholarship program that would allow donors to receive tax benefits for contributions to nonprofit scholarship funds for K-12 students.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Planned Parenthood of Michigan Demands $5 Million From Whitmer or Clinics Will Close
Planned Parenthood of Michigan is asking Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for $5 million in emergency funding after federal Medicaid and Title X cuts threaten clinic closures across the state. Whitmer's office says only the legislature can allocate funds.
May 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 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 - governor
Michigan Budget Director Visits Food Bank as State Weighs SNAP Funding Against Federal Cuts
Michigan State Budget Director Jen Flood visits food bank to hear how SNAP funding challenges are impacting families as the state budget process moves forward.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Michigan Joins Lawsuit Challenging Trump's Mail-In Voting Order as Federal Overreach Threatens Voter Access
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joins coalition of 24 states in lawsuit challenging Trump's executive order on mail-in voting, arguing it violates states' constitutional authority to run elections and threatens absentee voting access for millions of Michiganders.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - policy
Michigan Lawmakers and Environmental Groups Split on Federal Move to Regulate Microplastics in Drinking Water
The EPA announced Thursday it will add microplastics and pharmaceuticals to its list of drinking water contaminants for the first time, sparking mixed reactions from Michigan officials and environmental groups who say more action is needed to protect public health.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - 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 - politics
Warren Registered Sex Offender Charged With Attempted Coercion After Chatting With Undercover Agent Posing as Minor Girl
Shawn Michael Smith, 32, of Warren faces federal charges for attempted coercion after chatting with an undercover agent posing as a minor girl. Smith is a registered sex offender on parole with a prior conviction for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old child.
May 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - governor
Jocelyn Benson, KKK Funding, SPLC Indictment: Board Member Turned Governor Candidate Faces Mounting Scandals
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson served on the SPLC board from 2014 to 2019, a period that falls entirely within the federal indictment alleging the organization funneled over $3 million to the KKK and other extremist groups. The gubernatorial frontrunner also faces multiple racial discrimination lawsuits and questions about unfulfilled driver license reform promises.
April 24, 2026·Michigan Capitol·13 sources - elections
Michigan Joins 23-State Coalition Lawsuit Against Trump's Mail-In Voting Executive Order
Michigan joins 23-state coalition lawsuit against Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting, with Whitmer and Benson calling it unconstitutional federal overreach.
April 22, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Michigan Budget Director Reveals $1 Billion Deficit Hole as Governor Whitmer Faces Pushback Over Tax Increases
State Budget Director Jen Flood revealed Michigan faces a $1 billion revenue decline as Governor Whitmer's $88.1 billion budget proposal faces pushback from Republican lawmakers over tax increases and reserve draws. The budget includes $186 million for SNAP and $780 million for Medicare funding.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - Elections
Haley Stevens Running for U.S. Senate as She Pushes to Restore Social Security Staffing After Trump Administration Cuts
Haley Stevens enters the Michigan U.S. Senate race as incumbent Gary Peters retires, launching the Social Security Customer Service Act to reverse Trump Administration staffing cuts and restore agency service levels.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - elections
Michigan Joins 24-State Coalition in Lawsuit Challenging Trump's Mail Voting Executive Order
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson join 24-state coalition in lawsuit challenging Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting, arguing it violates states' constitutional authority to run elections.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 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 - 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
Ann Arbor Senator Jeff Irwin Co-Sponsors Michigan Bill to Block EPA Air Pollution Rollbacks
Ann Arbor Sen. Jeff Irwin joins four other Democrats to co-sponsor a Michigan bill that would let the state enforce its own clean air standards after the EPA repealed federal greenhouse gas regulations.
May 30, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Michigan Governor Whitmer Says She Will Not Run for President in 2028. Then She Backtracks Hours Later
Governor Gretchen Whitmer told a Detroit reporter she will not run for president in 2028. Hours later at the Mackinac Policy Conference, she backtracked and said 'never say never.'
May 29, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - legislation
Lansing Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Force Gray Wolf Hunt in Upper Peninsula
Rep. Dave Prestin introduced House Bill 6008, which would require the Michigan DNR to open a gray wolf hunting season in the Upper Peninsula within 90 days of federal protections being lifted. The bill has 13 Republican co-sponsors.
May 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
Warren Rep. John James’ PAC Hired Consultants Tied to Alleged Trump-NRA Campaign Finance Scheme
Rep. John James, who represents Warren and is running for Michigan governor, hired a media firm tied to an alleged illegal coordination scheme between the Trump campaign and the NRA. James’ PAC paid $1.3 million to Red Eagle Media Group, which shares corporate ties with entities used by both the NRA and Trump in 2016.
May 25, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - police
Traverse City Honors Fallen Officers During National Police Week Ceremony
The Grand Traverse County Sheriff's Office held its annual police memorial ceremony during National Police Week in downtown Traverse City. Undersheriff Randy Fewless said the event honors fallen officers and recognizes current service. The community attended as a show of support for local law enforcement.
May 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Former Michigan National Guard Member Charged With Planning ISIS Attack At Warren Army Base
Federal authorities arrested a 19-year-old former Michigan Army National Guard member who allegedly planned an ISIS-inspired attack on the TACOM facility at Detroit Arsenal in Warren. The suspect faces charges including providing material support to ISIS and distributing information about destructive devices.
May 15, 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 - 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 - policy
Marquette Homeless Shelter Exceeded Capacity During Winter, Director Says 25 People Sheltered Beyond Limits
The Room at the Inn homeless shelter in Marquette exceeded capacity during this winters cold snap, caring for 25 additional people beyond its limits. Executive director Chelsea Wilkinson says rising costs and potential loss of federal funding could make the situation worse.
May 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Kalamazoo City Approves $3.225M Plan to Close 42 Railroad Crossings, Relocate Rail Yard
Kalamazoo City Commission approved $3.225 million in state and federal funding to close up to 42 railroad crossings and relocate the city's rail yard, with planning expected to take up to three years and completion possibly into the 2030s.
May 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - budget
Michigan Senate Passes $88 Billion Budget Proposal, Creating $12 Billion Gap With House
Michigan Senate approved an $88.1 billion budget proposal for fiscal year 2027, creating a $12 billion spending gap with the House plan as lawmakers navigate federal cuts and prepare for negotiations.
May 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - budget
Jackson County Voters Decide on $3.9M Hanover-Horton School Bond in May 5 Election
The Hanover-Horton School District in Jackson and Hillsdale Counties is asking voters to approve a $3.9 million bond in the May 5 election to replace aging boilers and roofing at district schools. The district says the bond would not increase taxes and would be paid over 25 years.
April 29, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - court
Former Juvenile Lifer Richard Griffin Withdraws From Grand Rapids Commission Race After Failing Signature Threshold
Former juvenile lifer Richard Griffin has withdrawn his campaign for Grand Rapids City Commission after failing to collect the required nominating signatures. Griffin, who was sentenced to life in prison at age 16 in 1995, said his team learned valuable voter registration lessons during the campaign process.
April 24, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Rep. Dingell Grills RFK Jr. Over Michigan Measles Outbreak at Capitol Hill Hearing
Michigan Rep. Dingell confronted HHS Secretary RFK Jr. about rising measles cases in Michigan and the federal government's handling of vaccine policy during a House committee hearing.
April 23, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
RFK Jr. Smirked. Haley Stevens Didn't Flinch. Inside Michigan's Fight Against HHS
Michigan Congresswoman Haley Stevens confronted HHS Secretary RFK Jr. with impeachment papers in hand. With $30 billion in state funding on the line and a Senate race ahead, Stevens is the only Michigan leader fighting the man whose agency controls everything from Medicaid to child support enforcement.
April 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·11 sources - politics
ICE Enforcement Rattles Immigrant Families and Child Care Providers, Report Finds
New reports reveal how federal immigration enforcement is disrupting immigrant families and child care centers across Michigan, with parents avoiding essential activities and providers developing emergency protocols.
April 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
The Era Of Change: Will Michigan SOS Do What California Did?
California released 149,000 suspended licenses after examining its child support enforcement system. Michigan has a near-perfect federal audit score, but the audit never checks whether courts hold the ability-to-pay hearings required by law. Will Michigan follow California or keep scoring perfectly on the wrong test?
April 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·11 sources - courts
Four Grand Blanc Township Firefighters Sue Over Alleged Retaliation Following Chief Support
Four Grand Blanc Township firefighters filed a federal lawsuit claiming retaliation for publicly supporting Fire Chief Jamie Jent after a deadly church attack. The plaintiffs allege their First Amendment rights were violated when Superintendent Dennis Liimatta changed hiring procedures.
April 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - budget
Michigan Budget Director Tours Food Bank as Governor's $88.1 Billion Proposal Faces Deficit Challenges
Michigan State Budget Director Jen Flood tours Kalamazoo food bank as governor's $88.1 billion budget proposal faces $1 billion revenue shortfall and federal SNAP pressure
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - Michigan Government
Prosecutor: Health Park Founder 'Enriched Himself' With $25 Million State Grant as Embezzlement Trial Date Set
Former Michigan House aide David Coker faces embezzlement charges after prosecutors allege he used nearly $1 million of a $25 million state health park grant to pay personal vehicle loans and buy precious metals. Judge Kristen Simmons will decide on May 7 whether Coker should go to trial on charges including criminal enterprise and abuse of public money.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Senate Bills Aim to Require Social Media Companies to Protect Minors From Harmful Business Practices
Michigan Senate bills 757 through 760 aim to require social media companies to protect minors from harmful business practices linked to depression and suicide risk, following Governor Whitmer's call for stronger federal action after jury verdicts holding Meta and YouTube liable for engineering addiction into their platforms.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Michigan's $9 Billion Surplus Vanished: What Happened to Lawmakers' Spending
Michigan lawmakers spent a $9 billion surplus on schools, Medicaid, roads and other priorities, but the spending has not produced proportional improvements in education quality, economic growth or public services.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan's Conversion Therapy Ban Put in Jeopardy After Supreme Court Strikes Down Colorado Law
Michigan's conversion therapy ban for LGBTQ+ youth faces legal uncertainty after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a similar Colorado law, with state officials saying they are examining their options as the federal case moves forward.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·9 sources - budget
Where Did Michigan's $9 Billion Surplus Go? State Spending Priorities Over Three Decades
Analysis of where Michigan's $9 billion surplus went over three decades reveals significant increases in spending on schools, Medicaid, roads, and business subsidies, with questionable returns on investment.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - courts
Michigan Attorney General Joins Multi-State Lawsuit Challenging Trump's Vote-by-Mail Executive Order
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joined 24 attorneys general and governors in suing the Trump administration over a March 31 executive order that seeks to create a federal list of eligible voters and restricts mail-in voting, calling it unconstitutional federal overreach.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - budget
Michigan's $9 Billion Surplus Spent: Was It Worth the Cost to the State?
Michigan lawmakers spent $9 billion in surplus funds since 2023, with schools receiving the biggest boost ($5.8 billion), followed by Medicaid ($3.8 billion increase in state spending) and roads ($1.9 billion increase). Critics question whether the spending is delivering value, noting that education quality still lags behind other states and pork spending remains high.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - budget
Fact Check: Perry Johnson's Tax Cut Promise Overstates Savings While Michigan Budget Struggles
Fact check reveals Perry Johnson's $4,747 tax cut promise is misleading, while Michigan faces real budget challenges with schools, Medicaid, and infrastructure spending at historic levels.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 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 - elections
Michigan Joins Coalition of States Suing Trump Over Executive Order Targeting Mail-In Voting
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joins 24 other attorneys general and Pennsylvania's governor in suing Trump over executive order that would give federal control over state mail-in voting procedures.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Whitmer Signs Dual Executive Orders Addressing Energy Emergency and Tariff Refunds
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signs dual executive orders addressing rising gas prices due to the Iran war and federal tariff refunds for businesses. The energy emergency order allows cheaper fuel blends in eight Southeast Michigan counties, while the tariff directive directs state agencies to help businesses recover costs from Trump administration tariffs recently struck down by the Supreme Court.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·8 sources - courts
Michigan Attorney General Joins 21-State Coalition Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration's Rollback of Power Plant Emissions Standards
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joins a coalition of 21 states and local governments in challenging the Trump administration's rollback of stricter federal limits on toxic air pollutants from coal and oil-fired power plants.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Declares Energy Emergency and Orders Tariff Refund Study as Gas Prices Spike
Governor Whitmer signs executive order declaring energy emergency to ease gas prices in eight southeastern Michigan counties while directing state agencies to help businesses access refunds from unconstitutional federal tariffs.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - policy
EPA Designates Microplastics, Pharmaceuticals as Priority Drinking Water Contaminants Amid Michigan Push for Monitoring
EPA announces first-ever designation of microplastics and pharmaceuticals as priority drinking water contaminants, but Michigan officials and environmental groups say the federal action falls short of required monitoring.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Orders State Agencies to Track Tariff Impact and Help Businesses Seek Supreme Court Refunds
Governor Whitmer signs executive directive ordering state agencies to report on tariff impacts and help Michigan businesses access refunds for unconstitutional tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court. The federal refund process is 60-85% complete and could take up to 45 days to process applications.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - courts
Michigan AG Wins Court Battle Against Trump Administration's Homelessness Funding Restrictions
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wins federal appeals court ruling against Trump administration's restrictions on homeless assistance grants that would have affected 7,000 households in Michigan.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Signs Executive Directive to Assess Tariff Impact and Help Businesses Access Refunds
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signs executive directive on the one-year anniversary of Trump's 'Liberation Day' to help businesses and consumers access refunds for tariffs ruled illegal by the U.S. Supreme Court. The directive orders state agencies to compile reports on tariff impacts and assist businesses in navigating the federal refund process.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - elections
Perry Johnson's Income Tax Elimination Plan Faces Scrutiny as Michigan Gubernatorial Race Intensifies
Republican gubernatorial candidate Perry Johnson's income tax elimination plan faces scrutiny as budget experts warn it would require deep cuts to essential state programs including Medicaid and education.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - budget
Where Did Michigan's $9 Billion Surplus Go? Heavy Spending Gets Paltry Return
Michigan lawmakers had $9 billion in surplus funds in 2023 but spent it all on schools, Medicaid, roads, and business subsidies—with questionable returns on many investments.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on Conversion Therapy Ban Casts Doubt on Michigan Law
U.S. Supreme Court's 8-1 ruling striking down Colorado's conversion therapy ban now casts doubt on Michigan's similar law, which was blocked by a federal appeals court in December 2025 but is pending further legal review.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - courts
U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Michigan's Appeal in Line 5 Sovereign Immunity Case, Allows Enbridge to Sue State
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected Michigan's appeal in the Line 5 pipeline lawsuit, ruling that the state does not have sovereign immunity to shield it from Enbridge's federal lawsuit. This decision allows Enbridge to continue its legal efforts to maintain operations of the pipeline while the state pursues other legal avenues.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - elections
Michigan Officials Vow Legal Challenge to Trump's New Mail-In Voting Executive Order
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Attorney General Dana Nessel vow legal challenge to President Trump's new executive order seeking to create a federal voter list and restrict mail-in voting. The order has drawn criticism from state officials across the country as unconstitutional federal overreach.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - governor
Michigan Housing Shortfall Persists Despite Governor Whitmer's Progress as State Pushes for Tax Credit
Michigan continues to face a 119,000-unit housing shortfall despite Governor Whitmer's progress. New RAP program grants support housing projects in Grand Rapids and Saline, while state officials push for a state affordable housing tax credit to add 2,600 units annually through federal matching funds.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Officials Vow Legal Challenge to Trump Executive Order Restricting Mail-In Voting
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Attorney General Dana Nessel have vowed to challenge President Trump's executive order that would restrict mail-in voting and create a federal voter list, calling the order unconstitutional and illegal.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - courts
U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Michigan's Sovereign Immunity Challenge in Line 5 Pipeline Lawsuit
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected Michigan's final sovereign immunity challenge in Enbridge's federal lawsuit over Line 5, forcing the state to proceed in federal court to challenge the pipeline easement revocation order.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Immigration Accountability Bills Move to Senate Floor After Committee Passage
Three Senate bills limiting federal immigration enforcement actions have moved to the Senate floor after passing committee. The legislation would restrict immigration enforcement in sensitive locations, protect personal privacy from sharing with immigration authorities, and require law enforcement officers to wear uniforms without face coverings.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislature
Michigan Senate Committee Sends Immigration Accountability Bills to Full Chamber for Vote
Michigan Senate committee votes to send three immigration bills to full chamber, seeking to limit federal ICE operations in sensitive locations, require warrants for data sharing, and ban masked law enforcement officers
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel Announces Conviction of Fugitive Sexual Assault Offender in Northern Michigan Case
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced the extradition and conviction of a fugitive sexual assault offender who abused three Northern Michigan minors in the early 2000s. The case was resolved through Operation Survivor Justice, a collaborative program between the Attorney General's office, local prosecutors, and federal law enforcement.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source