Local WATCH: Republican gubernatorial candidates ignore invite to Michigan gun violence summit The 'Gander Staff December 23, 2025 Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window)X Share on Mail (Opens in new window)Mail Copy link When it comes to addressing gun violence in Michigan, the silence of Republican gubernatorial candidates speaks volumes. Popular Environment Have a delicious summer: Your 2026 guide to berry picking in Michigan Things To Do 31 weekend events in Michigan worth your time (June 5-7, 2026) Food & Drink Food deserts in Michigan: What they are, why you should care, and how to get help Education Michigan teacher resorts to ‘old school’ methods to combat rising AI use among students Elections Linting vs. Churches: Former teacher wants her seat back in Michigan’s 27th District Follow Us TikTok YouTube Instagram Facebook Newest Videos News Michigan’s ‘most corrupt’ congressman has some explaining to do News Recent gains in Michigan’s public schools are at risk—here’s why News Mike Duggan left Detroit with hundreds of toxic waste pits News State level protections against Big Tech aren’t enough says Gov. Whitmer. News Michigan kids caught in platforms designed to keep them scrolling