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Report: Project 2025 would ‘devastate’ Michigan’s rural communities
Republicans’ Project 2025 agenda aims to enact a far-right agenda that would hurt all Michiganders, especially those living in rural communities, according to a new report.
Kamala Harris wants to end the Senate filibuster to restore national abortion rights
The Senate filibuster rule requires a 60-vote threshold for most legislation to pass, making it virtually impossible to pass abortion rights legislation due to Republican opposition. Without the filibuster, a law restoring Roe v. Wade could pass with a simple majority, or 51 Senate votes.
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.
Report: New job projections multiply for massive new manufacturing project in Genesee County
Plans to redevelop land in Genesee County into one of Michigan’s largest manufacturing operations are getting even bigger—with reports calling for a $55 billion investment that will create 10,000 new jobs.
10 landmark cases that show how the Michigan Supreme Court shapes your rights
Michigan has laws protecting civil rights and reproductive freedoms—but the state Supreme Court still holds a lot of sway over whether those rights are actually protected.
Kamala Harris unveils plan to support rural America
Harris has vowed to provide significant federal funding to support rural communities across the United States, expand small business financing for entrepreneurs in rural America, and invest in rural technical and higher education programs.
Rural Michigan businesses cash in on federal grants to ditch reliance on electric companies
Federal funding is helping increase American energy independence—and allowing rural Michiganders to cut ties with their electricity companies.
Trump’s rhetoric on elections turns ominous as voting nears in the presidential race
With early voting fast approaching, the rhetoric by Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has turned more ominous with a pledge to prosecute anyone who “cheats” in the election.
Here’s what Michigan has done to address the epidemic of school shootings
Students across the US are begging their legislators for ways to reduce gun violence at schools—Michigan lawmakers are listening.
Lobbyists bank on Republican state Supreme Court candidates to hold back worker wages
Corporate lobbyists want Republican-backed judges to take over the Michigan Supreme Court next year—and keep wages flat for thousands of minimum-wage workers.
20+ places in Michigan that make for the perfect bachelorette party
Forget the typical bachelorette destinations like Vegas or Nashville—Michigan is bursting with plenty of fun, pampering, and excitement for all types of brides-to-be!
The most breathtaking natural spots in Michigan, according to Michiganders
These reader-recommended spots deserve a spot on any Michigan traveler’s bucket list.
6 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
There’s never a shortage of cannabis news as Michigan inches closer to becoming the nation’s weed capital.
Federal funds to help Michigan brighten up blight with new clean energy projects
With $130 million in federal grant funding, Michigan is set to help more local communities tap into renewable energy to lower costs, create jobs, and protect the environment.
Crews work to restore power to more than 300,000 Michigan homes, businesses after storms
Crews for two of Michigan’s largest utilities were working to restore power Wednesday to more than 300,000 homes and businesses left in the dark amid hot, muggy conditions after severe storms toppled trees and limbs onto power lines.
With lifted spirits, Black Michiganders took their souls to the polls
This is the first year that Black activists in Michigan have been able to organize the get-out-the-vote event Souls to the Polls.
Of all the roadside attractions in Michigan, these are by far the weirdest
You’ll want to pull over and check out these delightful wacky roadside attractions in Michigan—and as a bonus, many of them are free!
What to know about Labor Day and its history
From barbecues to getaways, many people across the US mark Labor Day by relaxing. Here’s what you need to know about Labor Day.
Race to Watch: Kimberly Ann Thomas vs. Andrew Fink for Michigan Supreme Court
Michiganders have some big decisions to make in November —including a choice between electing Kimberly Ann Thomas or Andrew Fink to a seat on the state Supreme Court.
Race to Watch: Kyra Harris Bolden vs. Patrick O’Grady for Michigan Supreme Court
Michiganders have some big decisions to make in November —including a choice between electing Kyra Harris Bolden or Patrick O’Grady to a partial term on the state Supreme Court.
Race to Watch: Kristen McDonald Rivet vs. Paul Junge
Michiganders have some big decisions to make in the November election—including a choice between Democratic state Sen. Kristen McDonald Rivet or Republican Paul Junge.
Race to Watch: Curtis Hertel Jr. vs. Tom Barrett for US House
Michiganders have some big decisions to make in the November election—including a choice between former state Sen. Curtis Hertel Jr. or former state Sen. Tom Barrett.
Get to know the candidates running for Michigan Supreme Court — and the stark differences between them
Michigan Democrats and Republicans have each nominated two candidates for two open seats on the state Supreme Court
Stabenow hailed as paving way for Harris to get elected
US Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-Lansing) was lauded as someone whose career paved the way for Vice President Kamala Harris’ rise in politics.
11 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
There’s never a shortage of cannabis news in Michigan as the state inches closer to becoming the nation’s weed capital.
Harris unveils new plans to lower housing, food, and childcare costs for Michiganders
New plans from Vice President Kamala Harris spell out how she would spend the first 100 days of her presidency focused on lowering costs for working families.
Reproductive rights groups line up to elect Kimberly Ann Thomas to Michigan Supreme Court
Advocates for reproductive rights are backing Kimberly Ann Thomas for the Michigan Supreme Court—and trusting her to keep protecting Michiganders’ legal right to access abortion.
Michigan’s Divine Nine chapters plan to turn out the vote this election
While a newfound excitement about US politics has arrived for many in recent weeks, the National Panhellenic Council (NPHC), sometimes referred to as the Divine Nine, is gearing up to turn out the vote in November.
Opinion: Republicans want to repeal the modern family
From Project 2025 and JD Vance all the way down to state lawmakers, a growing number of far-right Republicans are waging war on modern families. Whether it’s attacking child care programs, encouraging women to stay in abusive marriages, or making it harder for same-sex couples to adopt, the modern right is fighting to repeal the modern family.