Rep. Haley Stevens talks re-election bid, Russian invasion of Ukraine
Michigan’s new political maps have changed the political strategy for many incumbent politicians. One district that could be a contested...
How Michigan’s new political maps will change dynamics for candidates across the state
New political lines mean new political dramas and dilemmas in Michigan. Typically, every two years, incumbents who want another term...
Bills would crack down on lying petition circulators
Bills at the state Capitol would crack down on petition circulators who lie to get people to sign. It's important...
Lawrence says decision to retire was “death by a million cuts”
Rep. Brenda Lawrence (D-Southfield) says personal loss and political violence were among her reasons to retire after this term. "My...
Political storylines to watch this year in Michigan
It’s now February. And while it may feel like summer and fall are a long ways away, this is an...
Why Whitmer’s call for in-person school matters
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s fourth State of the State address was full of optimism and tones of bipartisanship. There was nothing...
Reporters react to Whitmer’s State of the State speech
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer gave her State of the State speech Wednesday night. She discussed her agenda and highlighted her ability...
Michigan Supreme Court hears arguments challenging newly redrawn legislative districts
The Michigan Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday on whether they should direct the state’s redistricting commission to redraw recently approved district maps. A coalition of current and...
13th Congressional District race in Michigan: Here’s who’s running, so far
Michigan’s redistricting commission changed the current legislative boundaries, including the 12th and 13th congressional districts. In the 12th, Rep. Rashida...
State Sen. Adam Hollier announces bid for Michigan’s 13th Congressional District
State Sen. Adam Hollier is jumping into the fray of Michigan’s newly-redrawn 13th Congressional District. Hollier’s Senate district lies within the 13th. He says he’s running...
Dearborn inauguration ceremony highlights changing political demographics
Dearborn’s mayor Abdullah Hammoud and other elected officials were sworn in over the weekend. Hammoud made history as the city’s...
Michigan secretary of state and attorney general are investigating whether fake electors broke law
State officials — including Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Attorney General Dana Nessel — say they’re looking into whether...