Benson, James shift focus to November election cycle
Jocelyn Benson and John James are on the campaign trail, both seeking the vote for Michigan governor in the November election.
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Jocelyn Benson and John James are on the campaign trail, both seeking the vote for Michigan governor in the November election.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear joined Michigan Secretary of State and Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson on Wednesday.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is projected to be the winner of Tuesday's Democratic gubernatorial primary race, according to CBS News.
U.S. Rep. John James, endorsed by President Trump, is projected to be the winner of Tuesday's Republican gubernatorial primary race in Michigan, according to CBS News. Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is projected to be the winner of Tuesday's Democratic gubernatorial primary race, according to CBS News.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is projected to be the winner of Tuesday's Democratic gubernatorial primary race, according to CBS News.
Michigan's gubernatorial primary election day is Aug. 4, and Democrats will choose between Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson discusses her bid for Michigan's Democratic gubernatorial ticket in 2026.
The U.S. Department of Justice intends to place federal election monitors in East Lansing, Detroit and Lansing. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Attorney General Dana Nessel say the DOJ's letters to three Michigan cities are based on unfounded accusations about the November 2024 election.
The United Auto Workers has granted endorsements in two key Michigan races.
Michigan Republicans once viewed 2026 as their best chance to reclaim power in the battleground state.
Citing claims of racial discrimination within the workplace, three current employees and one former employee of the Michigan Department of State have sued Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and four other SOS employees.
Michigan is reviving an iconic red, white and blue license plate in celebration of America's 250th birthday in 2026.
Twenty-one Republican legislators in Michigan have sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi requesting the U.S. Department of Justice oversee the state's primary and general elections next year.
Former Michigan Sen. Adam Hollier announced on Wednesday that he is dropping his bid for Congress to pursue the Michigan Secretary of State seat.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan has been a career Democrat in the battleground state of Michigan, but is now planning to run for governor as an independent.
The Republican-controlled Michigan House has filed a lawsuit against Secretary of State Jocelyn over access to election training materials used to train clerks and staff on the state's elections.
AG Nessel issued her letter of determination on Monday, saying the location of the gathering in the Austin Building, a state government office in Lansing, violated the Michigan Campaign Finance Act.
A new book by Michigan's top election official reveals intimate details of how she contended with, and was personally impacted by, President Trump's efforts to overturn his 2020 loss to former President Joe Biden. Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson joins "America Decides" to discuss her new book, "The Purposeful Warrior," and her 2026 gubernatorial bid.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is running for governor in 2026 and sharing new anecdotes in her upcoming political memoir, "The Purposeful Warrior," including her experience with miscarriage.
The oversight committee insisted that Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's office meet an April 14 deadline.
Anthony Hudson of Grand Blanc Township has announced his campaign for the 2026 Michigan gubernatorial race.
Genesee County Chris Swanson is launching a Democratic bid to be Michigan's next governor.
Democrat Jocelyn Benson announced her campaign Wednesday for Michigan's governor in the 2026 election cycle.
Michigan Democrats are charting their path forward after significant setbacks in the 2024 election.
While it will still be a few days before the final numbers are tabulated, Benson said the state is above 5.5 million ballots cast.
A St. Clair Shores, Michigan, couple has been charged after prosecutors say they lit and threw an explosive device into their 72-year-old neighbor's yard.
Police say a $5,000 reward is available for information that will move the case forward.
Dillon Dingler homered for the third straight game and finished with three hits and three RBIs as the Detroit Tigers defeated the Seattle Mariners 11-0.
According to the George Bush Intercontinental Airport, one person was taken into custody, and a police investigation is ongoing.
The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered inspections of hundreds of Boeing 737 Max jets after cracks were found in parts of some older model Boeing planes.
Detroit's Cooley High School, which opened in 1928 and closed in 2010, is being fully demolished to make way for a new athletic complex on the site.
Police say riders have been trespassing in MDOT work zones, including areas associated with the Restore I-94 project, where large dirt and aggregate piles have been used as obstacle courses.
According to the George Bush Intercontinental Airport, one person was taken into custody, and a police investigation is ongoing.
Police say a $5,000 reward is available for information that will move the case forward.
Dillon Dingler homered for the third straight game and finished with three hits and three RBIs as the Detroit Tigers defeated the Seattle Mariners 11-0.
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.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
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.
Dillon Dingler homered for the third straight game and finished with three hits and three RBIs as the Detroit Tigers defeated the Seattle Mariners 11-0.
The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered inspections of hundreds of Boeing 737 Max jets after cracks were found in parts of some older model Boeing planes.
Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel says the party is focused on a big-tent approach, with organizers already in the field ahead of the general election.
Though Rep. Haley Stevens stressed a unified front moving forward, she was evasive on whether she would appear with El-Sayed on the campaign trail.
Donavan McKinney's Democratic primary victory over incumbent Shri Thanedar almost assures Detroit will again have a Black representative in Congress, a distinction the majority-Black city lost in 2022.
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.
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reports there have been 10,773 cyclosporiasis cases in the state during the past five weeks.
Dillon Dingler homered for the third straight game and finished with three hits and three RBIs as the Detroit Tigers defeated the Seattle Mariners 11-0.
Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions have reportedly reached a three-year, $67.5 million deal, making him the highest-paid running back.
Officials say Haddad will oversee all football and business operations and work with principal owner Sheila Hamp and the board of directors.
Troy Melton threw seven sharp innings and Colt Keith hit a two-run single as the Detroit Tigers beat the Seattle Mariners 8-0 to open their post-Tarik Skubal era.
Devin White finished last season as the NFL's third-leading tackler.
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
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
Michigan Humane presents two of the adoptable dogs in its care. They are Lucille and Cerebro.
The Pizza Pod is a tiny pizzeria that operates from a two-city smart car in New York City. Take a look.
Taylor police are cracking down on dirt bikes, ATVs compromising the I-94 construction project. Dearborn Homecoming Festival runs Friday through Sunday. Those headlines and other top stories are on the CBS Detroit news brief.
President Trump issued two executive orders targeting birthright citizenship, less than two months after the Supreme Court struck down Mr. Trump's previous effort to end it.
While rain chances continue into the weekend, we'll continue with the hit-or-miss showers.