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Michigan hosted debates for the governor's race, as well as Secretary of State, U.S. Senate and the 7th Congressional District. Here's a recap from debate week and what it showed.
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The United Auto Workers union generally supports Democrats, but members are divided over whether Democrats or Republicans better represent working-class interests.
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State Senate Democrats have introduced a package of bills that, among other changes, would dramatically boost the credits that customers get for losing electricity after outages.
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Michigan Public interviewed the Democratic and Republican candidates for the U of M Board of Regents to learn more about their campaigns and hopes for the university.
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A Michigan Supreme Court case heard this week is testing the limits of state civil rights law.It involves a former social work professor at Calvin University whose contract wasn’t renewed after he officiated a same-sex wedding for a colleague. His lawyers argued that amounted to sex-based discrimination by association.
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U.S. Senate debate takeaways, a library in Grand Rapids dedicated to Native American literature, and a conversation with Will Lawrence, the Democratic candidate in Michigan's 7th Congressional District.
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If I say I’m gonna do it, I don’t necessarily mean I’m headed out the door right now to do it.
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Republican nominees for Senate, U.S. House and governor’s offices across the country are sidestepping Trump or openly distancing themselves as they debate Democratic opponents before Election Day.
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John U. Bacon discusses the Detroit Red Wings' various issues, an open letter from Michigan State's athletic director, and the Detroit Lions' defensive struggles.
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President Donald Trump has made a political living for years saying and doing whatever the hell he wants. Somehow this is accepted as his style. But the horrible things he says and terrible decisions he makes aren't working well for his Republican underlings.
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If you're using the U.S. Postal Service to return a ballot close to Election Day, officials recommend getting it postmarked at a post office to avoid getting caught up in mail processing changes.
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The debate between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed got so off-track that moderator Rick Albin of WOOD-TV felt compelled to chime in: "I’d like to be a part of the debate, too!"
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Republican Anthony Forlini said he had improved "election integrity" as county clerk, while Democrat Garlin Gilchrist argued that his opponent had "placated election deniers."
The Dish, hosted by Mercedes Mejia, brings you behind the scenes with Michigan’s most inspiring chefs and culinary talents. Learn how food connects these chefs to their cultures, and strengthens our communities, one dish at a time.
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The lawsuit argues BCBSM worked with Blue Cross Blue Shield Association companies in other states to keep competition out.
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A conversation with Michigan Supreme Court candidate Jody White, and tips to mitigate the invasive spotted lanternfly population—with the help of a furry friend.
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Need something to do this weekend? Looking for new things to explore? Michigan Public is here to help! Check out some of these fun, interesting, and timely events across Michigan from October 9-11.
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Voters will elect two Michigan Supreme Court justices in November. Jody White was nominated by the U.S. Taxpayers Party of Michigan.
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Police frequently called Border Patrol when drivers were unlicensed. State politicians helped create this dynamic.
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Teachers in the Eaton County community have been working under an expired contract since July. In September, administrators requested to begin mediation proceedings in an attempt to resolve negotiations that have stretched since the beginning of this year.
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Hundreds of people could lose their share of the $600 million plus settlement Thursday, if they don’t complete their paperwork.
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The Land Conservancy of West Michigan hosts event to collect and spread native grassland species across more than seven acres.
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Jocelyn Benson frequently tried to tie John James to Donald Trump and unpopular administration policies. James routinely emphasized his willingness to break with the president.
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As President Trump promotes claims of vote-rigging ahead of the midterms, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel says the state's prepared for everything from power outages to troops at the polls.
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Voters will elect two Michigan Supreme Court justices in November. Chief Justice Megan Cavanagh is running for reelection and was nominated by the Democratic Party.
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Supporters say Proposal E would only start the process of what could become a takeover of DTE’s electric grid and assets. Opponents say the proposal could force the city into an expensive legal fight.
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A conversation with Michigan Supreme Court candidate Megan Cavanagh. Plus, a look into the work being done to protect apples against threats like climate change, bacterial disease, and industrialization. And an investigation uncovers the prevalence of using anti-psychotics to sedate dementia patients.
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Ahead of next month’s midterm elections, we traveled across Southeast Michigan to understand why – for many voters – cost of living is still top of mind.
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U-M has enrolled 1,000 fewer international graduate students in the last two years. Experts say Trump Administration policies have deterred international student enrollment nationwide.