President Joe Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law marked the largest long-term infrastructure investment in nearly a century. In Michigan, there’s a whole office to help make sure the federal cash is spent on more than just fixin’ the damn roads.

Michigan lawmakers are planning to tear down legal barriers to abortion access—including by repealing state laws that mandate waiting periods and limit insurance coverage.

Clean energy advocates are urging state lawmakers to pass a series of bills to promote solar energy production. It’s called the “MI Power for All” plan.

The US Air Force promised to take immediate action to mitigate groundwater contamination at Wurtsmith Air Force Base in Iosco County. State leaders and activists think it’s an important—but long overdue—step to protect the community.

Michigan is using more than $2 million from the federal government to help more Michiganders find careers in early childhood education—and expand access to child care.

Tensions are running high after contract discussions between auto workers and the nation’s largest automakers got off to a rocky start. It could all end with higher wages for workers—or a huge strike that upends the nation’s automotive supply chain. 

With record-breaking federal investments made possible through the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act, state officials said Michigan has emerged as a worldwide leader in advanced manufacturing—and more new jobs are still on the way.

More than $500,000 in state grants awarded this week are set to establish what will become an evolving network of shore-side charging facilities for electric boats operating on the Great Lakes.

After passing long-sought gun safety reforms earlier this year, Democrats in the Michigan Legislature are still looking for ways to curb gun violence—including new laws to keep guns out of the hands of violent domestic abusers, and to lower suicide rates.

The latest state budget includes record investments in public education, health care and infrastructure. And the spending plan will also help Michiganders keep more money in their pockets. 

The largest budget in state history is poised to pay big dividends for Michigan’s schools and infrastructure, as well as bolster access to healthcare, housing, workforce training—and more.

Legislation signed into law this week by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will lower energy costs for low-income residents, help ensure the state’s natural resources are protected, and a whole lot more. 

Michigan lawmakers are planning to tear down lingering barriers to reproductive freedom—including repealing old state laws that mandate waiting periods and parental consent. 

State legislation signed this week by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer officially outlaws so-called conversion therapy to “convert” LGBTQ kids into heterosexuality or traditional gender expectations. MICHIGAN—If state Reps. Felicia Brabec and Jason Hoskins can help stop just one...

Legal battles have complicated efforts to shut down an oil pipeline beneath the Straits of Mackinac. But a recent ruling from a judge could mark the start of the final chapter in the years-long saga.

Legal battles have complicated efforts to shut down an oil pipeline beneath the Straits of Mackinac. But a recent ruling from a judge could mark the start of the final chapter in the years-long saga.

A new state law allows alcohol to be sold at public university sports venues in Michigan—and state officials say it could actually help stop college students from going overboard on the booze.

Sixteen Republicans who falsely claimed to be Michigan’s presidential electors in 2020 are facing felony charges for their blatant attempt to subvert democracy. Here’s how their scheme was foiled. LANSING—About three weeks before a violent mob of armed...