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- West Michigan
Michigan governor candidates and attorney general unite in push to overhaul MEDC
Both top gubernatorial candidates and state Attorney General Dana Nessel are calling for sweeping changes to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, as new grant fraud allegations and a Senate Republican bill package intensify pressure on the taxpayer-funded agency.
September 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Michigan Republicans Nominate Candidates for State University Boards Amid Spring Election Push
Michigan Republicans nominated candidates for state university governing boards at their March convention, selecting Roger Victory and Julie Maday for MSU trustees, Lena Epstein and Michael Schostak for U of M regents, and Andy Anuzis and Christa Murphy for Wayne State governors.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 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 - Michigan Transportation
State mileage tax study draws conflict-of-interest criticism
A legislator says the company Michigan hired to study a per-mile road tax is not independent because it already sells such systems.
October 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - Southeast Michigan
UAW's Fain urges Michigan workers to back Democrats in November midterms
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain used Detroit's Labor Day parade on Sept. 7 to rally union members to support Democratic candidates in the upcoming midterm election, where control of Congress and key Michigan races are at stake.
September 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - Michigan Governor
James Calls Michigan's 2026 Elections "Ground Zero for This Republic"
Republican gubernatorial candidate John James says the November race in Michigan is a national test, and he took aim at progressive Democrats in a new interview.
September 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - kalamazoo
Kalamazoo Pastor Ralph Rebandt Knocked Off Michigan Gubernatorial Primary Ballot by Invalid Signatures
The Michigan Board of State Canvassers removed Kalamazoo-area pastor Ralph Rebandt and Democratic candidate Kim Thomas from the gubernatorial primary ballot after finding hundreds of invalid petition signatures.
May 30, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - dearborn
Right-Wing Activist Jake Lang Promoted Book Burning Event in Dearborn That Did Not Take Place
Right-wing activist Jake Lang promoted a book burning protest in Dearborn that did not take place. Lang claimed he was arrested on his way to the event, but Newsweek could not independently verify the arrest.
May 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
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 - politics
Second Man Sentenced in 2022 Michigan Election Signature Fraud Scheme
Willie Reed sentenced to up to 20 years in prison and ordered to pay $333,817 in restitution for conducting criminal enterprise and defrauding candidates of nearly $350,000 in the 2022 Michigan election signature fraud scheme
April 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Michigan Senate Primary Tests Limits of Democratic Coalition as Controversial Streamer Hasan Piker Joins Abdul El-Sayed's Campaign Trail
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed faces backlash from primary rivals and GOP contender for teaming up with controversial progressive streamer Hasan Piker during campus rallies focused on U.S. support for Israel.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Senate Primary Heats Up as El-Sayed Rallies With Controversial Streamer Hasan Piker
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed draws fire from fellow candidates and community leaders after scheduling campaign appearances with controversial streamer Hasan Piker, who is accused of making antisemitic remarks. The decision marks a flashpoint in the competitive primary as Democrats seek to regain power in the midterm elections.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - politics
Michigan's August 4 Primary Election Set for Key State Races as Voters Prepare for November General
Michigan's August 4, 2026 primary election will determine candidates for governor, attorney general, and all state Senate seats ahead of the November 3 general election.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources