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Politics Filibuster FAQs: What Is This Senate Procedure and Why Does It Matter for You?

While it’s easy to tune out all the political noise, the future of this Senate procedure does directly affect you and your family.

Elle Meyers Elle Meyers March 26, 2021 11:18 am EDT
Politics Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer addresses members of the media and Midland County residents during a press conference at the temporary shelter at the school, Wednesday, May 20, 2020, in Midland, Mich. Whitmer spoke of response efforts to severe flooding caused by dam failures upstream of the Tittabawassee River. (Katy Kildee/Midland Daily News via AP)
Politics Quiz: How Well Do You Know Gov. Whitmer?

He called her “bat-shit crazy” and she showed him just how far she could go. Take our Gov. Whitmer personality quiz and let us know how well you know Michigan’s leading lady.

Glennisha Morgan Glennisha Morgan March 5, 2021 1:34 pm EST
Politics FILE - In this file image from a Zoom meeting provided by the Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners, Grand Traverse County Commissioner Ron Clous holds a rifle at his home during a county commissioners meeting Jan. 20, 2021, in Michigan. Clous displayed the rifle during the online meeting in response to a citizen's comments about a far-right extremist group, drawing backlash from some local residents. (Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners via AP, File)
Politics Chaos Hits Traverse City After Commissioner Flashes Gun During County Meeting

He called a hate group “decent guys” and his latest public stunt with a rifle has the Traverse City community calling for his resignation.

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Race Michigan’s BIPOC Leaders Call Out Republican Inaction on Racist Intimidation

Republican leaders have excused groups who have used racist symbolism while attacking the state capitol. Women of color won't let that slide.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel February 8, 2021 4:04 pm EST
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Politics Meet MI Leaders: How Abraham Aiyash Fights for Clean Air and Water in Metro Detroit

Rep. Abraham Aiyash is continuing the legacy of a dear friend by advocating for environmental justice in Hamtramck.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel February 4, 2021 2:20 pm EST

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Coronavirus A Michigan Republican Compared Swimming Pool Drownings with COVID-19. She Couldn’t Be More Off Base.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants classrooms reopened by March 1, but COVID vaccinations could make all the difference for school staff and students. Education Michigan Will Ease Student Assessments and That’s Exactly What Kids Need, Educators Say
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Politics Police in riot gear dispatched to de-escalate a protest in Detroit. (Photo by Franz Knight)
Politics He Was Unfairly Arrested. Here’s What He Has to Say About Police Reform.

A Springfield father was arrested in front of his children while collecting signatures to form a tenants' association. “It was very traumatizing," he said.

Glennisha Morgan Glennisha Morgan February 2, 2021 6:01 pm EST
Politics In this photo provided by the Michigan Office of the Governor, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer addresses the state during a speech in Lansing, Mich., Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020. (Michigan Office of the Governor via AP)
Politics GOP Tries to Force Whitmer to End Pandemic Protections in ‘Cruel and Reckless’ Move

In order to pressure Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to end her pandemic protections, Michigan Republicans have stalled coronavirus aid.

Associated Press Associated Press January 29, 2021 1:59 pm EST