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Former John Engler press secretary and Republican activist John Truscott and Michigan Democratic Chairman Mark Brewer discussed all things political, from the presidential race to recent local scandals at a political roundtable on Mackinac Island.
More than a dozen Democratic Michigan House members have introduced legislation to repeal the state's "stand your ground" self-defense law after the fatal shooting of Florida teen Trayvon Martin.
Democrats are getting ready to gather at more than 200 caucus sites around the state to formally choose Barack Obama as their presidential favorite.
Michigan Democrats are expected to nominate Barack Obama for a second term next weekend, free of the drama of national party threats, candidate withdrawals and talk of a "do-over" that accompanied the 2008 presidential primary.
Democrats are preparing to choose their favorites for this fall's Michigan Supreme Court and education board races.
While voters in most of the state are focused on Michigan's upcoming presidential primary, pockets of Genesee and Oakland counties are getting state House races off to an early start in 2012.
Oakland County residents will be given two State of the County addresses Wednesday evening.
Democrats in the Michigan House on Thursday introduced proposals that would require personal financial disclosure forms for many public officials and put some restrictions on state-level political campaign donations.
Southfield Mayor Brenda Lawrence is getting close to formally kicking off a run for Congress against two fellow Democrats, U.S. Reps. Hansen Clarke and Gary Peters.
Michigan's congressional Democrats are backing the construction of a second bridge linking Detroit to Windsor, Ontario, in Canada.
The group is sponsoring a Senate debate Saturday at Central Michigan University and plans to return to old a straw poll and decide which candidate will get the group's backing leading up to the August GOP primary.
"This is clearly partisan mischief," said Michigan Democratic Chairman Mark Brewer.
Michigan Democrats plan to endorse their candidates for the state Supreme Court and statewide education boards on March 10.
After a long day in the Michigan House reportedly ended in a near-brawl, two state lawmakers say that the whole thing is being blown out of proportion.
The Democratic caucus of the Michigan House of Representatives Wednesday announced the release of an app for Android, iPhone and Blackberry devices tied to their FightSchoolCuts.com Web site.
U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow is kicking off Michigan Democrats' fall issues convention on Saturday at the Lansing Center.
Instead of opposing Levin, the congressman from Bloomfield Township decided to run in the redrawn 14th District.
Democratic lawmakers are holding news conferences around the state to talk about the need to grow Michigan's advanced battery sector.
Congress could vote today on a deal to avoid the first ever government default in U.S. history.
Do state workers make too much money?
Amid some movement in the budget talks in Washington, Congressman John Conyers says Republicans should quit linking any budget agreement to the raising of the country's debt ceiling.
As the race for the White House kicks into full gear, so do the new television ads from the Republican National Committee.
Democrat Gary Peters would square off against Republican Thad McCotter under a congressional map drawn by Michigan Democrats.
Democrats say it would discourage stem cell research at universities.
In wake of the recent U.S. census, state and congressional legislative districts are being redrawn in Michigan and across the country.
USC says its Center for the Political Future is believed to be the only one in the country jointly led by a Democrat and a Republican. Peters will run it with Republican strategist Mike Murphy.
Hot water and heating issues linger in parts of the Michigan State University campus, which continues to experience utility problems after a power plant failure.
President Trump is addressing the United Nations General Assembly as the war with Iran approaches its seventh month.
Family and friends gathered Monday evening in downtown Detroit for a mother who was stabbed to death in a random attack outside of a Chipotle restaurant on Sunday, where she worked.
A Clinton Township man accused of strangling his aunt in her apartment has been convicted of second-degree murder.
Family and friends gathered Monday evening in downtown Detroit for a mother who was stabbed to death in a random attack outside of a Chipotle restaurant on Sunday, where she worked.
The Detroit Tigers and Fifth Third announced on Monday that Comerica Park will be renamed Fifth Third Park beginning with the 2027 season.
One man is dead, and another person is wounded and in custody after a domestic-related shooting in Pontiac this past weekend.
The Midwest Independent Retailers Association is calling for Michigan's current bottle return law to be phased out.
A heavily traveled roundabout in Sterling Heights has topped a legal firm's list of Michigan's most dangerous intersections.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The spike in prices has also sparked differing opinions among drivers about who's to blame.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
If you're looking for sunshine in Metro Detroit, Friday is the day to seek it out.
Stevie Wonder's shows at the Fox Theatre sold out, with some tickets listed for thousands of dollars. That's raising questions about what Michigan's "Taylor Swift" ticket law actually protects fans from.
The list of 50 restaurants is made from a team of 16 scouters who travel the country and try food at all kinds of places, according to the NYT.
USC says its Center for the Political Future is believed to be the only one in the country jointly led by a Democrat and a Republican. Peters will run it with Republican strategist Mike Murphy.
President Trump is addressing the United Nations General Assembly as the war with Iran approaches its seventh month.
The state dedicated $151.4 million to literacy materials over two years and has another $50 million coming. For math, it is putting up $5 million to vet curricula and $8 million for STEM programs. Teachers and researchers say the imbalance shows.
Paramount's agreement with 12 state attorneys general paves the way for the company to complete its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
CNN was set to provide pool coverage on Monday and accompany President Trump on a trip to New York City, but there will not be a network TV pool team traveling with him.
More than 100 volunteers gathered on Monday to distribute fresh food and Alzheimer's education resources to seniors in Oakland County in recognition of World Alzheimer's Day.
Thursday marks one year since Michigan Medicine ended gender-affirming care for young patients
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
The school immunization waiver rate climbed to 7.1% last year from 6.2% in 2024, the fifth straight year of decline and the highest exemption rate since 2010. Michigan is now outpacing the national average.
The standardbred-Friesian mare is currently undergoing treatment and is believed to be unvaccinated, according to state officials.
River Ryan was outstanding in his Detroit debut, and the Tigers hit three home runs to rout the Washington Nationals 9-2, one day after being eliminated from the American League playoff race.
The Detroit Tigers and Fifth Third announced on Monday that Comerica Park will be renamed Fifth Third Park beginning with the 2027 season.
CJ Carr threw for 234 yards and ran for a touchdown, Nolan James Jr. rushed for 121 yards and a score, and No. 3 Notre Dame took control in the second half to beat Michigan State 27-10.
Betting platforms FanDuel and DraftKings say tools are there to help addicted gamblers slow down.
Bryce Underwood threw two touchdown passes and Savion Hiter had two rushing scores to help No. 19 Michigan pull away and beat UTEP 52-17.
At the top of the list is the open U.S. Senate contest between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers.
The Detroit Regional Partnership, which has been around for six years, has been a significant catalyst, helping bring numerous jobs and companies to the region.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
Police in Warren, Michigan, are investigating after vandalism was reported to a Flock license plate reader camera in their city.
Michigan will send absentee ballots to registered voters who requested them, starting on Sept. 24.
Residents in the Oakman Boulevard area in West Detroit are asking police to help address a series of thefts and property crimes in their neighborhood.
President Trump is set to address the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday. This comes as news organizations, including the presidential network pool, respond to the White House restrictions on Politico, CNN, and MS NOW. CBS News has this report.
A vigil took place on Monday night to remember Jaquoya Wix, who was fatally stabbed. A Flock camera was vandalized in Warren. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.