State Leaders
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Michigan state lawmaker enters crowded US House race
MICHIGAN—State Sen. Kristen McDonald Rivet on Wednesday became the fifth candidate to enter a competitive race for a US House seat that Democrats are being forced to defend without an incumbent because of US Rep. Dan Kildee’s retirement this year. Defending the seat could be vital for Democrats in a year in which they need…
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Republicans to call for Karamo’s removal amid funding woes
A group of Michigan Republicans plan to discuss whether to remove Michigan GOP Chairperson Kristina Karamo following months of infighting among party members.
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10 big changes coming to Michigan in 2024
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed more than 300 bills into state law last year—and many of them set to take effect next month.
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Michigan Republican supports death penalty for gay people
A Republican congressman from Michigan is facing criticism after he voiced support for harsh criminal penalties for LGBTQ people.
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Court: Boundaries for 13 Michigan legislative districts illegally influenced by race
The boundaries of 13 Detroit-area seats in the Michigan Legislature must be redrawn, a three-judge panel said Thursday after finding the map was illegally influenced by race.
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Two people who worked for former Michigan House leader are charged with financial crimes
Two people who had close ties to a former Republican lawmaker were charged this week with a raft of financial crimes—including embezzlement.
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Michigan awards grants to tackle ‘root causes’ of violence
Several community groups dedicated to curbing violence across Michigan are set to expand their prevention efforts next year after getting help from the state.
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9 ways Michigan invested in public schools in 2023
What happens when voters elect former teachers to take charge of state government? Record-breaking investments in students and public schools.
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8 ways Michigan Democrats protected abortion rights in 2023
Followig the overturn of Roe v. Wade, Michigan has emerged as a nationwide beacon for protecting reproductive rights and expanding access to abortion care.
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One year later: What happens when voters put Democrats in charge of a state government?
Democratic lawmakers have been keeping busy since Michigan voters elected them to take charge of the state government for the first time in decades.
