Michigan Democrats Introduce Government Transparency Bills
Democrats said Tuesday their bills would require personal financial disclosure for elected officials and the governor's office
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Democrats said Tuesday their bills would require personal financial disclosure for elected officials and the governor's office
Former congressman and Michigan gubernatorial candidate Mark Schauer will lead a national effort to position Democrats for success in the next round of redistricting after the 2020 census.
Lon Johnson says campaign tactics are important, but "we've got to show voters what they will get when they vote for a Democrat.
Democrats' plan to spoil Gov. Rick Snyder's re-election was clear from the beginning: coax a lot more of their sporadic voters to cast ballots this time around. It didn't work.
The Democrats are pulling out all the stops with former President Bill Clinton in Michigan Wednesday and President Obama visiting prior to the election.
The fight for House control in the Nov. 4 election will determine the ease or difficulty with which Republican Gov. Rick Snyder or Democratic challenger Mark Schauer can enact his agenda in the next Legislature.
Michigan's top-of-the-ticket gubernatorial and U.S. Senate candidates can look ahead to November while many others vying for the largest number of open U.S. House seats in 22 years must first survive the August primary.
Four Michigan representatives will exit the U.S. House in January, leaving their congressional seats with wide open races after years of stability.
Six state Democrats in Michigan's congressional delegation are asking U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to recognize more than 300 same-sex marriages performed last weekend.
Michigan Democrats will launch an independent investigation into the escape of Michael Elliot.
Senator Glenn Anderson says scaling back perimeter patrols was "foolish" -- security is weaker because food services have been privatized.
Michigan is losing seven million dollars a day, according to Senate Democrats,
Less than a year from now, voters head to the polls for the 2014 midterm elections.
A former Michigan lawmaker's switch to the Republican Party just before an election deadline was itself "not a mistake" but the plotting around it was, said state House Speaker Jase Bolger.
A new survey of Michigan's local government officials shows that trust in state and local government is strongly partisan.
With high auto insurance rates in Detroit, among the highest in the nation, some Democratic state legislators say they have ideas for real reform.
High-level talks over fixing Michigan's deteriorating roads are at a standstill in the Capitol, with Republican and Democratic leaders still unable to agree much on how to even start.
A spat that led the Republican leader of the Michigan House to remove eight Democrats from committees has been resolved.
The top Republican in the Michigan House removed eight Democrats from committees Tuesday because they missed meetings last week amid heightened tension between Republican and Democratic leaders in the chamber.
Democrat Debbie Dingell says she won't be making a bid for the U.S. Senate seat Carl Levin will vacate in 2014.
A multi-agency team will sweep the halls to ensure the building is safe and secure before the vice president arrives in Detroit.
Vice President Biden is headlining a fundraiser for Michigan Democrats this weekend.
Michigan's Democratic congressional delegation wants to replace the long-time chairman of the state Democratic Party.
Governor Rick Snyder is expected to be met by hundreds of protesters Wednesday night as he delivers his third State of the State Address.
Some lawmakers say Snyder will be painting a deceiving picture during his third State of the State address.
As anti-Islam protesters allegedly plan to come to next week's city council meeting in Dearborn, police are telling residents that it's best to just avoid them.
Jo Adell homered and Angel Martínez had three hits as the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Detroit Tigers 6-4 to snap a three-game skid.
Two people, including a 13-year-old boy, were seriously hurt following a small plane crash on Wednesday in West Michigan, according to Michigan State Police.
A Michigan man is facing federal charges after authorities say he allegedly attempted to travel to Tennessee to meet minors.
Police say Macomb County prosecutors declined to issue charges, citing self-defense. The suspects in both cases have since been released.
As anti-Islam protesters allegedly plan to come to next week's city council meeting in Dearborn, police are telling residents that it's best to just avoid them.
Two people, including a 13-year-old boy, were seriously hurt following a small plane crash on Wednesday in West Michigan, according to Michigan State Police.
Weather models are in disagreement, and the word to hang on to Wednesday is "chance."
Jo Adell homered and Angel Martínez had three hits as the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Detroit Tigers 6-4 to snap a three-game skid.
More than 41,000 drivers crossed the Gordie Howe International Bridge into Canada during the bridge's opening days, Canadian officials said.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
As a special Goodyear Auto Service Center, the store will display the company's products, technology and heritage.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
Jo Adell homered and Angel Martínez had three hits as the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Detroit Tigers 6-4 to snap a three-game skid.
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
Wednesday's jackpot is the eighth-largest Powerball prize ever.
The CPI report was in line with economists' expectations, marking the second consecutive month with cooler price pressures.
F-16 fighter jets intercepted a civilian plane that violated a temporary flight restriction over Geneva, Ohio, where President Trump attended the 2026 Patriot Games.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The fungus can live on surfaces, move from person to person and, in some cases, resist the drugs used to treat it. For people who are already sick, the fungus can become life-threatening and, in some cases, fatal.
State and federal health officials say cyclosporiasis cases are slowing down, and contaminated lettuce is no longer on the market.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says it has counted 12,218 cyclosporiasis cases in the state as of Aug. 5.
Despite more than 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases statewide, Michigan health officials say residents should continue eating fresh produce and follow washing and handling steps to reduce their risk of illness.
Jo Adell homered and Angel Martínez had three hits as the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Detroit Tigers 6-4 to snap a three-game skid.
Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs, Drew Anderson tossed four innings of one-run ball in his fourth start of the year, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-4.
The Detroit Lions will be without starting center Cade Mays for a "significant" amount of time after the free agent addition suffered a wrist injury.
Hao-Yu Lee drove in the go-ahead run in the 10th inning with a pinch-hit single and the Detroit Tigers beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 in the rubber game of their series.
The Detroit Lions are signing veteran quarterback Josh Dobbs, according to NFL media. The move comes after the team placed QB Teddy Bridgewater on the reserved/retired list on Sunday.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
The Detroit Lions are gearing up for their first preseason game on Thursday. Meanwhile, the Michigan State Spartans are preparing for their football season opener.
Rain chances fall away until more showers return this weekend.
As anti-Islam protesters allegedly plan to come to next week's city council meeting in Dearborn, police are telling residents that it's best to just avoid them.
Over a hundred people gathered at Ford Field on Wednesday for CPR training hosted by the Detroit Lions Foundation and the American Heart Association, all with the goal of preparing more people to respond during a cardiac emergency.
New details are emerging about President Trump secretly switching to a different plane in Turkey after the NATO summit.