State Politics
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Students and state lawmakers talk reproductive rights and mobilizing college-age voters
Michigan college students and a recent grad on Monday joined state Sen. Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing) and state Rep. Julie Brixie (D-Meridian Twp.) to discuss reproductive rights and how to energize young voters.
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Harris, union members and elected officials rally in Detroit on Labor Day
During a spirited Labor Day rally in Detroit on Monday, Vice President Kamala Harris committed to fostering “an opportunity economy” and supporting workers’ right to unionize.
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Meet a teacher running for Michigan Legislature: Michelle Levine-Woodman
With former educators in office alongside Democratic lawmakers and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Michigan students are a top priority in our state government. Teachers across the Mitten are paying attention.
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Rep. Maxwell Frost talks gun violence while drumming up support for Harris in Flint
US Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) “drummed up” support for Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz in Flint on Thursday, joining a jazz band in Flint to play percussion.
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Cornel West is relying on right-wing lawyers to advance his left-wing presidential campaign
The independent presidential campaign of Cornel West has ties to well-known conservative figures in Michigan and beyond.
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Report: Federal investments charge up 18,000 new EV manufacturing jobs for Michiganders
A recent analysis shows that federal policies and legislation have dramatically expanded investments in electric vehicle and EV battery manufacturing—especially in Michigan.
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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.
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Consultant charged in ‘dark money’ scheme is aiding GOP Michigan Supreme Court nominee’s campaign
State Rep. Andrew Fink (R-Adams Twp.) has hired a consultant for his Michigan Supreme Court campaign who’s facing several charges, including a felony, related to an alleged “dark money” scheme.
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State seeks clarification on implementation of increases to minimum wage and paid sick time
State officials say there are more questions than answers following a decision last month by the Michigan Supreme Court that is expected to change the employment landscape in the state.
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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.
