Whether you prefer a Michigan-inspired tale of fiction or the gritty details of a real-life historical event, here’s a list of timely Michigan literature to keep you occupied all winter long.
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Looking to Put Down Roots? Here Are the 100 Best Cities in the US to Raise a Family.
See how many Michigan cities are included on this list.
Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Michigan History?
Pop quiz, ‘Ganders! Let’s find out how much you remember from history class.
5 Michigan Coffee Shops to Find a Fall Drink That’s NOT a Pumpkin Spice Latte
If pumpkin spice isn’t your thing, there are plenty of other fall beverage options you can enjoy from locally owned coffee shops in Michigan.
7 Must-Visit Michigan Destinations You Can Get Into for Free
There’s no shortage of fun (and free) things to do in Michigan this fall.
Explainer: 3 More Men on Trial in ‘Heinous’ Plot to Kidnap Whitmer
A scheme to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2020 will get yet another airing in a different court when three men face trial this week.
16 Michigan Traditions to Start with Your Family This Fall and Winter
Autumn has arrived in Michigan—and with a new season comes a host of new traditions that you can share with your family.
Look Up During This Weekend’s Football Games…and Get Inspired to Vote
Where does the youth vote make the most difference? Of all the House congressional districts nationwide, Michigan's 3rd—that's the region with Grand Rapids, Muskegon, and Grand Haven—ranks 7th for young voter significance, according to Tufts University's Center for...
9 of Traverse City’s Most Historic Buildings—and the Stories They Tell
Today they’re hip breweries and luxury living spaces, but once upon a time they were candy factories and hospitals. These are the real origin stories of some of Traverse City’s most storied buildings.
Everything You’ve Heard About John Gibbs’ Anti-Women Screed Is True
Michigan Congressional candidate John Gibbs has criticized women for working outside the home, for making the workplace “strained” for men, and for spawning “a barrage of sexual harassment cases of frivolous proportions.”
8 Ways Michiganders Can Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month has been celebrated across the US every year since the late 80s to recognize the contributions and influence that Hispanic Americans have had nationwide—including right here in Michigan.
Inside the First Unionized Chipotle: Michigan Workers Lead Union Wave
The first Chipotle to be unionized is here in Lansing. The organizers, with no prior labor experience, aren’t who you’d expect.
The New Michigan Pub Crawl: 19 Pedal Pubs (and Boats) Reinventing Boozy Fun in the Mitten
Whether you choose city streets or Great Lakes waters, there’s no longer a reason to keep your boozy gatherings confined to stuffy bars and restaurants in Michigan.
Whitmer Kidnapping Plot Convictions Unlikely to Curb Extremism
Experts think the conviction of two men for conspiring to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer leaves unanswered questions about the potential for violence by extremists with a vendetta against government and law enforcement.
Jury Finds Two Men Guilty of Conspiring to Kidnap Whitmer
Jurors returned Tuesday for their first full day of deliberations in the trial of two men accused of hatching a plan to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Michigan’s Legislative Loophole, Part 5: Follow the Money
In Part 5 of our series, Managing Editor Lisa Hayes offers a takeaway on who the loophole benefits.
Prosecutors Rest Their Case Against 2 Men in Whitmer Plot
Prosecutors rested their case Thursday against two men charged with conspiring to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Backyard Mosquito Spraying Booms in Michigan—But It May Be Too Deadly
The winged, spindly-legged bloodsuckers have long been the bane of backyard barbecues and, in tropical nations, carriers of serious disease. Now, with climate change widening the mosquito’s range and lengthening its prime season, more Americans are resorting to the booming industry of professional yard spraying.
Witnesses: Duo Was Eager to Kidnap Whitmer
Two men charged with conspiring to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2020 were very eager to move forward and fully onboard with the plan, two key witnesses testified.
Jury Hears From Key Informant in Whitmer Kidnapping Plot
Jurors heard from Dan Chappel, who was known as “Big Dan” to Adam Fox and a band of anti-government extremists.
Meet John Gibbs: The Trump Republican Who Took Down Peter Meijer
The primary race between Republican Peter Meijer and John Gibbs was, for many Michiganders, a canary in the coal mine.
Prosecutor: Two Men Wanted to Start ‘Second American Revolution’ by Kidnapping Whitmer
Two anti-government extremists sought to spark a “second American revolution” by kidnapping Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a prosecutor told jurors Wednesday
Two Men Face New Trial Over Scheme to Kidnap Whitmer
Two men accused of crafting a plan to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2020 and ignite a national rebellion are facing a second trial this week
Election Skeptics Join Karamo in GOP Races to Run State Elections
Kristina Karamo, the Trump-endorsed conspiracy theorist running on the Republican ticket for Secretary of State in Michigan, is now one of several candidates running to oversee state elections while simultaneously denying the results of the last one.
New Polls Show Michiganders Clash With Dixon on Key Election Issues
A Data For Progress/Courier Newsroom poll finds glaring gaps between the Republican nominee’s platform and voters’ views.
Judge Stops County Prosecutors From Enforcing Michigan Abortion Ban
A judge blocked enforcement of a 1931 Michigan ban on abortion Monday, just hours after the state Court of Appeals said county prosecutors were not covered by a May order and could enforce the prohibition following the fall of Roe v. Wade.
Explainer: What is the Chips Act? What Will it do for Michigan?
Michigan’s automotive industry may get a big boost after the US House voted on Thursday to pass the Chips and Science Act.
The Legislative Primary Races That Could Sway Control of Michigan
Just seven seats could tilt control away from the Republican Party to the Democratic Party in the state legislature.
The Will of the 8%: Michigan’s Legislative Loophole
A four-part investigation into Michigan’s legislative loophole, the indirect initiative.
Five Michigan Republicans Voted Against Marriage Equality (It Still Passed)
Without much help from Michigan Republicans, the US. House overwhelmingly approved legislation Tuesday to protect same-sex and interracial marriages.