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Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is ensuring that all eligible Michigan residents are able to cast their ballots safely and securely.
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Nikki Schueller inserts her absentee voter ballot into a drop box in Troy, Mich., Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
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Politics What Retaking the Michigan House Means for Democrats

Republicans have held total control over the Michigan legislature for ten years. But Democrats are only a few wins away from changing that.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel October 28, 2020 4:18 pm EDT
Voting Michigan's first-time voters could change the tide of the election. These answers to frequently asked questions can help new voters cast their ballots confidently.
Voting Voting for the First Time in a Pandemic? Don’t Panic. Just Plan.

There’s still time to vote in the election. These answers to frequently asked questions will help you vote with confidence.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain October 28, 2020 3:00 pm EDT
Law and Policy New data shows that as nonviolent offenders are released from Michigan jails to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, crime rates are not increasing. The information could signal the beginning of prison reform. Photo via Shutterstock.
Law and Policy Michigan’s Prison Population Is Plummeting. Biden’s Plan For Returning Citizens Could Only Help.

The state now has even more formerly incarcerated residents looking for support as they reclaim their lives.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel October 28, 2020 2:02 pm EDT
Economy Plymouth career coach Allison O’Beirne loves to empower others to find their footing professionally in virtual settings.
Economy WATCH: How to Make the Most of Your Zoom Job Interview

Plymouth career coach Allison O’Beirne gives us her advice on nailing your next Zoom interview (pajamas optional).

Sherri Kolade Sherri Kolade October 28, 2020 1:54 pm EDT
Military A screencapture from leaked footage of a small fundraiser for John James.
Military Under John James, 3 out of 4 Veterans in Financial Emergency Were Denied Assistance

While Sen. Gary Peters has been working to expand veterans' access to services, his opponent John James denied veterans emergency support while overseeing the Michigan Veterans' Trust Fund.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel October 28, 2020 11:50 am EDT
Voting Kija Gray, left, and her mother Sonja E. James, voted together when Gray was growing up.
Voting ‘She Always Took Us’: Michigan Mother Makes Voting a Family Outing, Just Like Her Mother Did

When Detroit resident Kija Gray votes, she brings a new generation of voters with her to bring about change.

Sherri Kolade Sherri Kolade October 28, 2020 11:20 am EDT
Health Students at Marquette University with compete against students from neighboring Upper Peninsula colleges to give the most flu shots this season.
Health Upper Peninsula Universities Race to Give the Most Flu Shots

The winning school gets a trophy, but it’s the bragging rights (and protected health) that these Yooper students covet.

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Voting Kalamazoo resident Mayra Leon votes with her family in mind.
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Kalamazoo mom Mayra Leon doesn’t care about the politics. She is concerned about the people and her family this election season.

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