Politics
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Opinion: Why Gen Z needs a voice in Michigan politics
In an op-ed, Kyle Wright, a candidate for Michigan’s 29th House District, shares why Gen Z representation is critical in shaping the state’s future.
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Michigan unions back Kamala Harris, tout her efforts to help workers
Thousands of union workers and retirees across Michigan—including 245,000 Teamsters—are throwing their support behind Vice President Kamala Harris.
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Ex-Republican congressman from Michigan says Trump turned the party into a ‘cult’
Former US Rep. Dave Trott (R-Michigan) said he can no longer trust Republicans to look out for Michigan’s best interests.
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Federal judge rejects RFK Jr. motion to remove name from Michigan ballot
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has again been rejected in his effort to have his name removed from Michigan’s ballot this November.
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Mid-Michigan woman shares her story of life-saving abortion in Hertel congressional campaign ad
Several ads supporting Democratic candidates this cycle have featured women sharing their stories about abortion and reproductive health care.
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Shifting majority on state’s top court could spell big changes for Michiganders’ rights
Conservative judges could score a majority on the Michigan Supreme Court with victories in November—and their decisions would carry some big ramifications for Michiganders’ basic civil rights.
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Harris’ plans aim to make housing more affordable. Trump’s plans are less clear.
Harris has vowed to increase the available housing supply by three million homes and to provide lower-income first-time homebuyers with up to $25,000 in down payment support. Trump, on the other hand, has offered no specific plans for addressing the housing crisis.
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Opinion: ‘Who is going to pay for that?’ is the wrong question to ask when it comes to fighting climate change
Nicholas Jansen argues that investing in clean energy and infrastructure is essential for building a more resilient Michigan, fighting climate change and protecting both our economy and environment for future generations.
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Fed’s decision to cut interest rates could lower housing costs
The announcement from the Federal Reserve will lower mortgage rates and encourage more building of apartments, which could lower rental costs.
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Senate approves Michigan Voting Rights Act along party lines
A four-bill package which would mirror the federal Voting Rights Act of 1965 has passed through the Michigan Senate.
