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Detroit Rep. Karen Whitsett won't seek another term in state House

Whitsett, D-Detroit, has frequently been at odds with the Democratic Party on issues such as abortion and LGBTQ rights.

Small business owner challenges incumbent state representative in Michigan's 68th District

Deanna Martin, a retired accountant and businesswoman, has announced her candidacy for the 68th District State Representative seat, setting up a Republican primary challenge against incumbent David W. Martin.

Detroit 2020 Election Documents Investigation Raises Concerns

Steve Bannon questions if investigators have evidence similar to Georgia's 2020 election probe

Former State Rep. Aiyash Runs for State Senate Seat

Aiyash aims to fill the seat of termed-out Sen. Erika Geiss in newly formed District 1.

Erin Schor announces candidacy for Michigan House 74th District seat

Schor, legislative policy director in the Michigan Department of State, will run for the seat currently held by Rep. Kara Hope.

Assistant Prosecutor Runs for Macomb Circuit Court Seat

Jeremy Fisher, 46, cites experience and commitment to fairness in campaign.

Jocelyn Benson wants to bring high-speed rail to Michigan

Democratic gubernatorial candidate pitches intercity rail network, but funding and logistics remain unclear

Trump Voters Express Disappointment as Second Term Begins

Footage reveals growing discontent among Republican, independent, and Democratic voters ahead of State of the Union address

Detroit Regional Chamber poll shows tight three-way race for Michigan governor

Independent candidate Mike Duggan narrowly leads Democrats and Republicans in hypothetical matchup

Democratic AGs Prepare for Trump Election Meddling

Attorneys general are war-gaming strategies to combat potential voter suppression efforts ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Bernie-Backed Candidate Faces Criticism Over Medicare For All 'Rewrite'

Michigan Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed accused of softening stance on eliminating private insurance

Former Chicago Mayor Emanuel Touts Mississippi's Education Gains

Potential 2028 presidential candidate pushes education reform in Michigan speech.

Three Michigan Democrats vie for Senate seat on affordability platform

Reps. Haley Stevens and Mallory McMorrow, and physician Abdul El-Sayed, offer different visions to address rising costs ahead of the state's 2026 Senate primary.

3 Michigan Democrats vie for Senate seat on affordability platform

Reps. Haley Stevens and Mallory McMorrow, and physician Abdul El-Sayed, offer different visions to tackle cost-of-living concerns in battleground state

Michigan Governor Candidate Accused of Fabricating Union Endorsements

Independent candidate Mike Duggan's campaign has deleted a post claiming endorsements from major labor unions that did not actually endorse him.

Michigan Gubernatorial Candidate Duggan Walks Back Fabricated Union Endorsements

Independent candidate's social media post claiming 15 labor unions endorsed him was false, unions confirm.

Three Michigan Democrats Vie for Senate Seat on Affordability Platform

Voters in the state say cost of living is a top concern, and the candidates are making different pitches to address it.

Green Oak Scientist, Small-Business Owner Rob Hower Makes Case for Education, Health Care and Economic Change in State Senate Bid

Hower, a Democrat, is challenging Republican Mike Murphy for the 22nd District state Senate seat.

Mike Rogers unveils housing affordability plan to attract young Michigan voters

The Republican Senate candidate proposes expanding 529 savings accounts and cutting regulatory barriers to boost home construction.

3 Michigan Democrats vie for Senate seat on affordability platform

Reps. Haley Stevens and Mallory McMorrow, and physician Abdul El-Sayed, offer different visions to tackle cost-of-living concerns in battleground state

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