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Jason Tunney Hosts Law Enforcement Roundtable as Michigan Senate 35th District Special Election Campaign Heats Up
Republican candidate Jason Tunney hosts law enforcement roundtable as Michigan Senate 35th district special election campaign intensifies ahead of May 5.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - crime
Grand Rapids: DNR Officer Ryan Cox Found Not Guilty in Campground Shooting as $250 Million Lawsuit Looms
A Mecosta County jury found DNR conservation officer Ryan Cox not guilty of assault in a 2023 campground shooting. The victim, Brandon Davis, faces a path forward in a $250 million federal lawsuit alleging excessive force.
3d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Saginaw County Faces New Lawsuit Alleging Staff Sexually Abused Minors at Closed Juvenile Facility
Three former residents of a closed Saginaw County juvenile detention center filed a new lawsuit alleging staff sexually abused minors. The case brings the total number of plaintiffs suing Wolverine Human Services to at least 13 across three separate lawsuits.
June 29, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Romulus: ICE Drops $34.7 Million Detention Center Plan After Nessel Lawsuit
ICE and DHS have abandoned plans to convert a $34.7 million Romulus warehouse into an immigration detention center, following a lawsuit by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and the city of Romulus. DHS plans to sell the property instead.
June 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 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 - legislature
Michigan Legislature Passes Anti-Terrorism Bill, Mental Health Expansion and Voter ID Law as Campaign Season Looms
Michigan lawmakers have advanced three major bills addressing anti-terrorism, mental health treatment, and voter ID requirements as the state Legislature faces historically slow legislative pace amid divided government and upcoming campaign season.
April 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 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 - 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 - courts
Michigan Senate Committee Advances Violent Crime Clearance Act Amid Calls for More Resources
Michigan Senate Committee passes Violent Crime Clearance Act to help law enforcement solve more violent crimes through additional resources and technology upgrades
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan AG Leads 32-State Coalition to Defend Geofence Warrants Before Supreme Court
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joins a 32-state coalition defending geofence warrants before the U.S. Supreme Court in a case that could shape how law enforcement uses location data from technology companies.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan Red Flag Law Data Becomes Inaccessible to Public After Reporting Change
Michigan State Police denied public records request after courts began reporting ERPO data directly into Law Enforcement Information Network, making it difficult for researchers and the public to assess the red flag law's implementation
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - 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 - 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 - legislation
Dearborn Workers on the Line as Michigan Lawmakers Push $10 Million Childcare Funding Bill
Michigan lawmakers introduced legislation to permanently fund $10 million in workplace childcare programs that serve Dearborn families and workers at major employers like Ford.
June 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 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 - legislation
Warren Families on the Line as Michigan Lawmakers Question Rx Kids Funding at Capitol Hearing
Michigan lawmakers questioned Rx Kids funding at a Tuesday hearing in Lansing. The cash assistance program serves families in Oakland County, including Warren, but its future state funding is uncertain in the next budget.
June 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - policy
Warren Residents Face Higher Bills as Nessel Accuses DTE of Political Corruption, Lawmaker Pushes MPSC Election Reform
Attorney General Dana Nessel accused DTE Energy and Consumers Energy of using dark money and lobbying to protect rate hikes. A state lawmaker introduced a bill to make MPSC commissioners elected instead of appointed, a change that could affect Warren residents facing a 9.7 percent rate increase.
May 26, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 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 - politics
Michigan Lawmakers Demand MDOC Director’s Resignation After Four Inmate Deaths in One Month
State lawmakers led by Rep. Laurie Pohutsky are demanding MDOC Director Heidi E. Washington resign after four inmate deaths in state prisons over one month, including two at Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility.
May 25, 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 - policy
Michigan Lawmakers Hold First Hearing on Dam Safety Reforms After Nearly Six Years
Michigan lawmakers held their first hearing on dam safety reforms nearly six years after the catastrophic Edenville Dam failure, with House Bill 5485 seeking to tighten oversight and strengthen state power to order emergency actions on unsafe structures.
April 30, 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 - 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 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 - 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 - courts
Michigan Court Strips Pregnant Women's End-of-Life Rights Under State Law
Michigan Court of Claims Judge Sima Patel strikes down pregnancy exclusion in advance directives law, ruling it violates women's reproductive freedom rights under Proposal 3.
April 21, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Michigan Lawmakers Ignored Dam Safety Recommendations as State Prepares for Flooding
Michigan lawmakers ignored recommendations from a 2021 dam safety task force as severe flooding now threatens the state. The task force recommended 86 improvements including increased funding and stricter regulations, but the Legislature did little to act on those suggestions.
April 21, 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
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 - politics
Michigan Lawmakers Expand Human Trafficking Hotline Requirements to Hotels and Motels
Michigan lawmakers advance Senate Bill 481 to require hotels and motels to post National Human Trafficking Resource Center hotline numbers, expanding existing requirements that currently cover rest areas, airports and adult entertainment venues.
April 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - 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 - policy
Michigan Cannabis Tax Under Siege as Industry Files Second Lawsuit Just Days Before April 20 Payment Deadline
Michigan cannabis operators face immediate pressure to pay 24% wholesale tax by April 20 as second lawsuit challenges constitutionality and Supreme Court review looms over $420 million in road funding.
April 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Communities Push Back Against Data Centers as State Lawmakers Consider Moratorium and Tax Repeal
Michigan communities are rallying against data centers while state lawmakers consider repealing tax breaks for the facilities. A ballot initiative to ban utility political donations has 81 percent support. Deep Green withdrew its $120 million Lansing proposal amid community opposition.
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Senator Proposes Toughest Senior Driver Testing Laws in Nation
Michigan Democratic state Sen. Rosemary Bayer introduced Senate Bill 847, which would require drivers over 75 to pass regular in-person road tests, creating the toughest senior driver testing laws in the nation.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
EPA Adds Microplastics to Drinking Water Watch List but Michigan Lawmakers Push for More Action
EPA adds microplastics and pharmaceuticals to drinking water contaminant watch list, but Michigan lawmakers and environmental groups call for stronger monitoring and regulation. State has launched its own testing program for 200 inland lakes and streams.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court to Decide Whether South Haven Has Immunity in Beach Drowning Lawsuit
Michigan Supreme Court will decide whether the City of South Haven has governmental immunity in a wrongful death lawsuit after an 18-year-old drowned at a city beach in 2020. The lower court ruled in the city's favor in September 2025, but the state Supreme Court is now reviewing whether beach operations qualify as a governmental function or proprietary function.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Cannabis Industry Files Second Lawsuit Against 24% Wholesale Tax as Legal Battle Escalates
Michigan cannabis industry files second lawsuit challenging 24% wholesale tax, arguing the levy creates unconstitutional tax pyramiding that violates state's 6% sales tax cap while $420 million in road funding revenue is at stake
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Supreme Court Conversion Therapy Ruling Threatens Michigan Law Protecting LGBTQ+ Youth
US Supreme Court ruling against Colorado conversion therapy ban may allow Catholic counselors to resume counseling services prohibited under Michigan law, prompting state officials to evaluate their legal options.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan House Considers New Voter ID Law Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Register
Michigan House Republicans are advancing House Bill 4765, which would require voters to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Jason Woolford, R-Howell, would mandate citizenship documentation such as birth certificates or passports and would no longer accept standard driver's licenses as voter ID. Deputy Secretary of State Aghogho Edevbie raised concerns about costs and access, while GOP lawmakers frame the legislation as a commonsense election security measure.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Senate Unanimously Passes Bill to Strengthen Anti-Terrorism Law After Court Raises Constitutional Questions
Michigan Senate passes bill clarifying intent requirements for terroristic threatening charges after courts raise constitutional questions about current law
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Lawmakers Push 'Kids Over Clicks' Bills to Curb Social Media Addiction and Protect Minors Online
Michigan lawmakers are advancing legislation that would limit addictive social media feeds, restrict certain AI chatbot features, and give parents more control over their children's online activity, following a California jury verdict holding Meta and Google liable for youth harm.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 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 - 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 - 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 - courts
Second Lawsuit Challenges Michigan's 24% Marijuana Wholesale Tax as Legal Battle Heats Up
Michigan's cannabis industry files second lawsuit challenging 24% wholesale tax, arguing it creates unconstitutional tax pyramiding that exceeds state's 6% sales tax cap and threatens road funding.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - courts
Michigan Joins 25-State Coalition Suing Trump Administration Over Unlawful Election Executive Order
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joins 25-state coalition in lawsuit challenging Trump executive order that would establish national voter lists and restrict mail-in ballot distribution, arguing the Constitution gives states authority to run elections.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - legislature
Michigan Lawmakers Propose Tobacco Retail Licensure to Replace Underage Buyer Penalties
Michigan lawmakers are advancing legislation that would require tobacco retailers to obtain state licenses and face steeper fines for selling to minors, while simultaneously removing penalties for underage buyers and users of tobacco products.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 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
Michigan State Police Increase I-94 Patrols for Distracted Driving Crackdown During April Enforcement Month
Michigan State Police are increasing patrols along I-94 and across the state during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April 2026, targeting drivers who violate the Hands-Free Law amid rising distracted driving fatalities.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - courts
U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Michigan's Appeal in Enbridge Line 5 Pipeline Case, Allowing Lawsuit to Proceed
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Michigan's appeal to use sovereign immunity in an Enbridge Line 5 lawsuit, allowing the Canadian oil company to proceed with its legal challenge against state efforts to shut down the pipeline in the Straits of Mackinac.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 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 - legislature
Michigan Lawmakers Propose New Literacy Legislation as Third-Grade Reading Proficiency Hits Record Low
Michigan lawmakers are proposing new legislation to address the state's literacy crisis, including bills that would require science of reading training for K-5 teachers and potentially bring back third-grade retention policies for struggling students.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 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 - healthcare
Michigan Lawmakers Resolve Physician License Crisis with Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Renewal
Michigan Lawmakers Resolve Physician License Crisis with Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Renewal
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - legislature
Michigan House and Whitmer Administration Pause Lawsuit Over $645 Million in Budget Cuts as Settlement Talks Continue
Michigan House and Whitmer administration have paused their lawsuit over $645 million in budget cuts as settlement discussions continue, with approximately $370 million in community grants at stake.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - education
Michigan Lawmakers Push to Require Science of Reading Training for K-5 Teachers
Michigan lawmakers are introducing legislation that would require K-5 teachers to complete science of reading training, while also mandating that teacher preparation programs include reading instruction for would-be educators.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 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 - politics
Michigan Marijuana Industry Files Second Lawsuit Challenging 24% Wholesale Tax as Unconstitutional
Michigan's recreational marijuana industry filed a second lawsuit challenging the state's 24% wholesale cannabis tax, arguing the tax structure creates unconstitutional tax pyramiding that exceeds the constitutional 6% sales tax cap.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Lawmakers Advance Tobacco Retailer Licensing Bills to Protect Minors From Youth Tobacco Use
Michigan lawmakers are considering new legislation requiring tobacco retailers to obtain licenses to sell nicotine and tobacco products, introducing stricter penalties for selling to minors and addressing public health concerns about youth tobacco use.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 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 - 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 - 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 - budget
Grand Rapids Senator Winnie Brinks Pushes July 1 Budget Deadline as Michigan Lawmakers Clash Over Rainy Day Fund
Grand Rapids Senator Winnie Brinks says passing Michigan's budget by July 1 must be the Legislature's top priority. House Speaker Matt Hall opposes drawing from the rainy day fund. The state missed the deadline last year.
June 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislation
Traverse City Hunters on Alert: Michigan Lawmaker Proposes Auctioning Rare Pure Michigan Hunt Licenses to Highest Bidders
Rep. Phil Green's House Bill 5682 would allow five rare Pure Michigan-style hunting licenses to be auctioned to the highest bidder. The proposal could generate significant revenue for conservation but raises concerns about fairness for everyday Northern Michigan hunters.
June 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Grand Rapids Drivers on the Line as Michigan Lawmaker Proposes Gas Tax Holiday
State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz introduced House Bill 5966 to temporarily suspend Michigan's 52.4 cent-per-gallon fuel tax until November 1 or until gas prices drop below $3.50. The bill heads to the House Appropriations Committee as Grand Rapids drivers face high pump prices.
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 - 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 - politics
Michigan Golf Course Owner Agrees to PFAS Cleanup Settlement After State Lawsuit
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel secured a settlement with Boulder Creek Development Corp. and Northeast Gravel Company requiring them to investigate PFAS contamination at their Belmont property and reimburse the state for cleanup costs.
May 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Jackson Hayes Hotel Deal Moves Forward After Developer Lawsuit Denied
Jackson Circuit Court Judge Richard LaFlamme denied a preliminary injunction request from J. Jeffers & Co. as the city moves forward with a $25,000 sale of the historic Hayes Hotel to developer Collier Gibson for a $35 million mixed-use redevelopment plan.
April 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Automatically Clears 1.58 Million Criminal Records Under Clean Slate Law
Michigan has automatically cleared nearly 1.6 million criminal convictions under a three-year-old Clean Slate Act that expunges misdemeanors after seven years and felonies after 10 years.
April 21, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Lawmakers Propose Three-Year Utility Rate Freeze to Stop Annual Bill Hikes
Michigan Senate Bill 768 would require utilities to file rate plans covering three years rather than one, potentially ending annual rate increase requests that Michigan residents say create financial uncertainty.
April 18, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Michigan Lawmakers Push Utility Rate Freeze as Bills Aim to Block Annual Electricity Increases
Michigan Democratic senators and U.S. Representative Haley Stevens introduce utility reform legislation to block annual electricity rate increases and protect families from rising energy costs.
April 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Oakley Village Signs ICE Enforcement Deal Despite Resident Backlash
Oakley Police Chief Marc Ferguson signs 287(g) agreement with ICE, prompting protests and criticism from residents concerned about liability and racial profiling in town of fewer than 300 people
April 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - budget
Michigan Lawmakers Seek Millions for Theaters and Orchestras as Budget Earmarks Draw Scrutiny
Four Michigan House members are seeking $6.7 million for theaters and orchestras as the 2027 budget draws scrutiny over earmarks targeting specific organizations.
April 13, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - infrastructure
Governor Whitmer Kicks Off Final Road Construction Season as Marijuana Tax Lawsuit Threatens Infrastructure Funding
Governor Whitmer kicks off Michigan's 2026 road construction season with her final infrastructure push while facing legal challenges to the marijuana wholesale tax that funds the nearly $2 billion annual road investment.
April 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Kicks Off Final Road Repair Season as Cannabis Tax Lawsuit Threatens Funding
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer launched the final road repair season of her administration Wednesday, celebrating a nearly $2 billion annual road funding package. But a significant portion of that funding relies on a 24 percent wholesale tax on cannabis products that the state's marijuana industry is actively challenging in court as unconstitutional.
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 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 Lawmakers Advance Kids Over Clicks Bill as Governor Hosts Social Media Summit
Michigan state senators advance Kids Over Clicks legislation that would ban addictive online feeds for minors without parental consent and restrict chatbot features, while Governor Whitmer hosts summit on social media impact on young people.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislature
Michigan Lawmakers Propose Major K-12 School Choice Reform as Debate Over Public Education Funding Intensifies
Michigan House Republicans propose legislation that would allow students to attend any public K-12 school for free across the state and ban tuition charges for out-of-district students, sparking debate over education access and funding.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - 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 - legislature
Michigan House Proposes Major Changes to K-12 School Choice Law Despite Education Group Backlash
House legislation would let students attend any public K-12 school in Michigan and remove penalties for false enrollment information, sparking debate over whether it expands access or creates loopholes for wealthy families.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - education
Michigan Lawmakers Propose Major Changes to K-12 School Choice Law Amidst Funding Debate
House legislation would require all public schools to accept out-of-district students, remove penalties for false enrollment information, and prohibit tuition charges for out-of-district families.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Lawmakers Consider Family Court Overhaul to Bring Specialized Training and Consistency to Custody Cases
Michigan House Bill 5445 would require specialized training for family court judges and create a non-rotating bench to improve consistency in custody and child welfare cases.
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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - politics
Saginaw: Man Who Stole 911 Dispatcher Truck and Gun Faces 14 Charges After Shooting at Mobile Home Park
Marcus C. Johnson faces 14 felony charges after allegedly stealing a 911 dispatcher's truck and handgun, then shooting into two homes at Lawndale Estates mobile home park in Saginaw Township. A 71-year-old man was wounded. Johnson was released from jail hours before the alleged crime.
June 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 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 - education
Detroit Parents Sue Michigan Over School Funding, Claim State Violated Constitutional Duty
Detroit parents filed a class action lawsuit against the State of Michigan, alleging the state has violated its constitutional duty by chronically underfunding Detroit schools. The lawsuit, filed by law firm Mantese Honigman PC, cites disparities in per-pupil funding, teacher salaries, and educational resources compared to wealthier districts.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 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
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
U.S. Supreme Court Blocks Michigan Conversion Therapy Ban, Opening Door for Catholic Charities Challenge
U.S. Supreme Court ruling against Colorado conversion therapy ban strengthens legal challenge to Michigan's similar law, with Catholic Charities seeking to block enforcement on free speech grounds.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Michigan GOP Nominates Doug Lloyd and Anthony Forlini as Attorney General and Secretary of State Candidates for 2026 Election
Michigan Republicans nominate Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd for attorney general and Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini for secretary of state in the closely-watched 2026 election. Lloyd campaigns on law enforcement support and victim advocacy, while Forlini emphasizes election security and transparency.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - legislature
Michigan Legislature Advances Sweeping 15-Bill Drone Package to Regulate Unmanned Aircraft and Protect Critical Infrastructure
Michigan State Legislature advances comprehensive 15-bill SHIELD drone package to regulate unmanned aircraft, restrict flights over critical infrastructure, and grant law enforcement counter-UAS authority amid growing security concerns.
April 1, 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - courts
Michigan Supreme Court Bans Civil Immigration Arrests at Courthouses
The Michigan Supreme Court adopted a rule banning civil immigration arrests at state and local courthouses to protect access to judicial proceedings, a move that aligns the state with New York, Connecticut and Illinois while drawing criticism from a dissenting Republican justice.
April 30, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court to Decide Whether State House Was Required to Present Nine Bills to Governor
The Michigan Supreme Court will hear arguments in May on whether the state House was required to present nine bills to Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The Senate sued the House after it refused to deliver legislation that passed during the previous Democratic-led session.
April 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan House Introduces Constitutional Carry Bill That Would Remove Permit Requirement
Michigan House Republicans introduced House Bill 5653 that would eliminate the permit requirement for carrying a concealed pistol, making Michigan the 30th state to adopt constitutional carry while maintaining background check and ownership requirements.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - government
Marquette County Votes to Explore Bringing Air Force Base Back to Upper Peninsula
The Marquette County Board unanimously approved a resolution to begin talks with defense officials about reestablishing a military presence at the former K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base site. State lawmakers pledged support for the effort.
June 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 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 - elections
Kalamazoo Pastor Ralph Rebandt Takes Michigan Ballot Fight to Court of Appeals
Kalamazoo pastor Ralph Rebandt has filed a Court of Appeals lawsuit challenging his removal from the Michigan gubernatorial ballot. He argues the signature sampling method used by state officials has no legal basis.
June 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Battle Creek Voters Face Election Policy Showdown: Democrats Push Voting Rights Act, Republicans Demand Proof of Citizenship
Democrats want to pass the Michigan Voting Rights Act. Republicans want proof of citizenship to vote. Battle Creek voters will decide which agenda becomes law when they pick Michigan's next trifecta in November.
May 28, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Grand Rapids Officer Loses Supreme Court Bid in 2020 Riot Excessive Force Case
The U.S. Supreme Court refused to hear an appeal from Grand Rapids officer Phillip Reinink, allowing a civil lawsuit to proceed over his use of a flashbang canister during the May 2020 downtown riot.
May 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 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 - policy
Traverse City Cannabis Shops Face Squeeze as Michigan Supreme Court Fast-Tracks 24% Tax Battle
A 24% state wholesale tax on cannabis is squeezing Traverse City dispensaries and rural Michigan operators. The Michigan Supreme Court has ordered an expedited review of lawsuits challenging the tax.
May 25, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Three Grand Traverse Children Sent To Missouri Facility With History Of Abuse
Three Grand Traverse County children were sent to a Missouri mental health facility that is the subject of multiple lawsuits alleging abuse from 2011 through 2024
May 15, 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 - policy
Michigan Attorney General Nessel Joins 23-State Coalition to Block Trump's Mail Voting Executive Order
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joins 23-state coalition led by attorneys general from California, Nevada, Massachusetts, and Washington in filing motion for summary judgment to permanently block enforcement of President Trump's executive order restricting mail voting.
May 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - 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 - politics
Michigan Youth Treatment Center Opens Unprepared, Faces Staff Assaults and Calls to Close
The Michigan Youth Treatment Center in Mount Clemens faced staffing shortages, inadequate training and youth violence months before an MLive investigation documented operational failures. State lawmakers have called for closure, but MDHHS refuses to shut down the facility despite safety concerns.
April 23, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Ex-Treasurer Sherine Miller Returns to Ballot After Contentious Exit From Kalamazoo Township
Former Kalamazoo Township Treasurer Sherine Miller has filed to run for the same position she vacated after a contentious dispute with the township board. Township officials say she cannot be her own successor, but county clerks say there is nothing in election law preventing her from running.
April 23, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - elections
Perry Johnson Sues John James Over Campaign Logo Claiming False Incumbency
Perry Johnson's campaign filed a lawsuit against John James alleging his campaign logo violates Michigan's false-incumbency law by suggesting he already holds the governor's office.
April 22, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - 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 Election Clerk Victoria Bishop Faces State Investigation Over Alleged Voter Registration Purge
Michigan Bureau of Elections sends formal letter to Antrim County Clerk Victoria Bishop demanding explanation after reports she improperly canceled and changed voter registrations in violation of state election law.
April 20, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 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
Rep. Hillary Scholten Sought to Seal Divorce Records After Husband Filed for Split
U.S. Rep. Hillary Scholten sought to seal divorce records after her husband filed for divorce. A judge denied the motion, citing Michigan law requires divorce filings to remain public.
April 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Advocates Urge Whitmer to Grant Clemency to Inmate Allegedly Sickened by Mold in Michigan Women's Prison
State lawmakers and advocates are urging Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to grant medical clemency to Krystal Clark, an inmate at the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility who they say is suffering from severe health conditions tied to mold exposure inside the prison.
April 18, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Tabulator Trial Delayed Again as Election Probe Reaches 10th Date
A criminal trial involving a lawyer accused of conspiring to obtain voting machines used in the 2020 presidential election will likely not begin until after the 2026 midterm election, as Judge Jeffery Matis delays the trial for the tenth time.
April 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Michigan Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Leonard Proposes Auto Insurance 'Opt Out' Plan That Would Let Drivers Sue At-Fault Drivers for Medical Bills
Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Leonard proposes letting drivers opt out of Michigan's no-fault auto insurance law and sue at-fault drivers for medical bills instead.
April 15, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislature
Michigan Senate Bill Would Require Seniors 75 And Older To Retake Driving Tests Every Four Years
Senate Bill 847 would require Michigan drivers aged 75 to 84 to pass written, vision and driving skills tests every four years, while those 85 and older would face annual testing requirements in what would become the nation's toughest senior licensing laws.
April 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan Suspends Driver's Licenses Without Confirming Courts Held Required Hearings
The Secretary of State's office executes thousands of license suspensions from FOC offices each year. There is no system to verify the courts followed the law first.
April 13, 2026·James Thornton·9 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 - legislature
Michigan Legislature Moves Slowest in Decade as Campaign Season Looms
Michigan legislature has signed just seven bills into law in first three months of 2026, marking slowest pace in even-numbered year this century as property tax reform and other priorities stall amid approaching campaign season.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court to Hear Whether South Haven Can Be Held Liable After Teen Drowned at Public Beach
The Michigan Supreme Court will hear arguments on whether the city of South Haven enjoys governmental immunity in a wrongful death lawsuit after an 18-year-old drowned at a public beach in 2020. The case centers on whether beach operations count as a governmental function or a proprietary business activity.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 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
Michigan Voters Decide on Constitutional Convention in 2026 Election
Michigan voters will decide on the Nov. 3 ballot whether to convene a constitutional convention to revise the 1963 Michigan Constitution. The question is mandated every 16 years under state law.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Michigan Truckers Push For Stricter Cargo Theft Penalties As Bills Move Through Legislature
Michigan trucking companies and lawmakers are pushing for stricter cargo theft penalties as two bills move through the legislature. The measures would allow prosecutors to seek up to 10 additional years in prison for certain cargo theft convictions, citing organized criminal networks targeting Michigan businesses.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislature
Michigan House Passes Bills to Crank Up Cargo Theft Penalties to 20 Years
Michigan lawmakers have passed bills that would increase cargo theft penalties to up to 20 years in prison, responding to what industry leaders say is an escalating organized crime problem targeting truckers and businesses across the state.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislature
Michigan Legislature Advances Voter ID, Anti-Terrorism and Business Bills in March 2026
Michigan Legislature advances multiple bills in March 2026 covering voter ID requirements, anti-terrorism law updates, and small business regulations amid split government dynamics
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 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 - legislature
Michigan Legislature Advances Two Controversial Bills: Anti-Terrorism Update and Citizenship Voter ID Requirements
Michigan Senate passes anti-terrorism bill strengthening threat prosecution laws following Temple Israel attack, while House bill requiring citizenship proof for voter registration advances amid election security debates.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - governor
Supreme Court Rejects Michigan's Line 5 Sovereign Immunity Claim; Whitmer Declares Energy Emergency
Supreme Court denies Michigan's Line 5 sovereign immunity appeal, allowing Enbridge lawsuit to proceed; Governor Whitmer declares energy emergency to ease rising fuel costs and directs state agencies to help businesses seek tariff refunds after Supreme Court strikes down Trump administration tariffs.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 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 - courts
Michigan Supreme Court Lets Line 5 Permit Appeal Stand While Enbridge Moves Forward With Tunnel Project
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Michigan's sovereign immunity claim in the Line 5 pipeline lawsuit, while the Michigan Supreme Court considers a permit appeal that would allow Enbridge to complete its tunnel project under the Straits of Mackinac.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - budget
Michigan's $9 Billion Surplus: Where Did the Money Go and Was It Worth It?
Michigan lawmakers spent $9 billion in surplus funds over the past several years, with schools receiving the biggest share. But critics question whether the spending delivered value, noting Michigan still lags behind other states in education quality despite massive investment.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Three Years Later, Opioid Settlement Funds Still Sitting in Bank Accounts Across Michigan Counties
More than three years after Michigan communities began receiving millions from a national opioid lawsuit settlement, some have yet to spend any of the funds. A new report from the Attorney General's office will provide details on how communities across the state are handling the critical funding meant to help those battling addiction.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Three Years Later, Michigan Counties Still Struggling to Spend Opioid Settlement Funds
More than three years after Michigan began receiving millions from a national opioid lawsuit settlement, over $90 million remains unspent as local governments struggle to determine how to use the funds.
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 - 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 - politics
Michigan Bill Would Allow Permitless Concealed Carry, Eliminating CPL Requirements
Michigan lawmakers are considering legislation that would eliminate the Concealed Pistol License requirement, allowing eligible gun owners to carry concealed weapons without completing CPL training or obtaining a separate license. The proposal reflects a growing national trend toward permitless concealed carry.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Communities Still Sitting on Millions in Opioid Settlement Funds Three Years Later
More than three years after Michigan communities began receiving millions from an opioid lawsuit settlement, some local governments are only now preparing to begin disbursing funds, with nearly $90 million still unspent according to a recent investigation.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 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 - courts
Michigan's Conversion Therapy Ban Faces Legal Challenge After U.S. Supreme Court Ruling
Michigan's 2023 conversion therapy ban protecting LGBTQ+ youth faces renewed legal challenge after U.S. Supreme Court strikes down similar Colorado law on free speech grounds.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 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 - 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 - courts
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 - legislature
Michigan Supreme Court to Hear House Appeal in Dispute Over Stalled Bills From Previous Legislature
The Michigan Supreme Court has agreed to hear a House appeal in a lawsuit over nine stalled bills from the previous legislative session. The case centers on whether one Legislature can bind the next when political control changes hands.
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 - politics
Thousands Protest at Michigan Capitol in No Kings Demonstration Against Trump Administration
Thousands gathered at Michigan State Capitol and across the state for No Kings protests denouncing President Trump's administration. Over 120 demonstrations were planned statewide, with key issues including immigration enforcement, Iran war, and voting rights.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 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 Child Care and Healthcare Bills in Major Legislative Push
Michigan lawmakers advance comprehensive child care and healthcare legislation addressing the state's mounting crisis in affordable child care and key healthcare system issues including medical debt and organ donation incentives.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Michigan Attorney General Warns Municipalities About PFAS Settlement Claims Process
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel warns municipalities to carefully review PFAS settlement claims process before hiring outside law firms, emphasizing that no separate legal representation is required to apply for settlement funds.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source