State Leaders
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Whitmer expands clean water plan while enviros call for more clean energy investments
Under Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s administration, state officials are investing an additional $290 million into wastewater infrastructure throughout the state.
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Michigan Dems push for action on prescription drug board bills
Four Democratic House members are renewing the call for action on prescription drug affordability, sharing support for three bills awaiting action on the House floor.
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Michigan lawmakers look to break (another) state funding record for public schools
Democratic lawmakers are hashing out plans to bring state funding for Michigan’s public schools to another new, all-time high—and ensure teachers are paid fairly.
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Michigan Dems win special elections to regain full control of state government
Democrats won back a majority in the Michigan House and restored their party’s full control of state government with victories in two special elections.
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Former Michigan House leader and wife charged with financial crimes for misuse of political funds
State prosecutors charged former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield (and his wife) with several financial crimes on Tuesday.
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Thousands of workers rush to ‘make it in Michigan’ as clean energy jobs multiply
A massive marketing campaign designed to fill manufacturing jobs in Michigan is starting to pay dividends for employers—and the state’s economy.
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Dems seek to seize control of deadlocked Michigan House in special elections
Democratic lawmakers are hoping to win back a majority in the deadlocked Michigan House and regain control of the state government.
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‘You are not safe’: Elizabeth Warren warns Michigan women ahead of presidential election
During a visit to Michigan, US Sen. Elizabeth Warren offered a stark warning to Michigan voters ahead of the presidential election:
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This Michigan lawmaker built his career on compromise. But he isn’t budging on this issue.
When it comes to reproductive rights, Curtis Hertel Jr. said there’s a “big difference” between him and his Republican opponent.
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Federal judge rejects GOP lawmaker suit over state election laws
A federal judge rejected a lawsuit brought by 11 Republican state legislators who sought to challenge the constitutionality of Michigan’s election laws.
