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The United Auto Workers has granted endorsements in two key Michigan races.
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The United Auto Workers has granted endorsements in two key Michigan races.
Michigan Democrats are demanding that President Trump allow the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge across the Detroit River.
The list of Michigan gubernatorial candidates continues to grow ahead of the 2026 midterm election. Here's a list of candidates who announced they are running.
Voter registration in Michigan will include opt-out instructions for those who otherwise are automatically registered to vote, the Secretary of State says.
Michigan lawmakers are considering bills to allow doctors to prescribe life-ending medication to terminally ill patients.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is publicly ruling out a bid for the 2028 presidential race.
On Wednesday, Michigan Gov.Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill bringing $152 million for repairs at Selfridge Air Force Base in preparation for a new fighter mission.
Records show that Baker is running unopposed as a Republican and will face the Democratic primary winner in the general election.
The Detroit Chamber of Commerce, which organizes the Mackinac Policy Conference every year said this week is an opportunity for face-to-face conversations about making Michigan even better.
Legislation has been introduced to address safety and transparency at Michigan's state prisons in the aftermath of recent inmate deaths.
Nearly three dozen lawmakers have demanded the immediate resignation of Heidi Washington as director of the Michigan Department of Corrections.
A process has started that intends to place more oversight for ferry costs to Mackinac Island within that Michigan city council's authority.
The bill package would eliminate the 6-mill tax, the 0.75% real estate transfer tax, and the pop-up tax. Plus, it has provisions to lower energy costs and freeze rate hikes from utilities like Consumers Energy and DTE.
While the legislation targets schools in the state's northern region, it also includes any county added under a state of emergency during the 2025-2026 school year.
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
Michigan State University's board approved a new ethics policy 5-3 that lays out consequences for trustees who do not comply, with at least one trustee refusing to sign it and calling it a potential tool for retaliation.
Michigan Senate Republican leader Aric Nesbitt asked the Department of Justice to investigate Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's role in a $20 million grant scandal.
Michigan has $176 million in opioid settlement funds sitting unused in local government accounts.
A bipartisan bill introduced in Washington, D.C., by Michigan Congresswoman Debbie Dingell and Congressman John Moolenaar would prohibit the importation, manufacture or sale of Chinese cars in the United States.
The activist says her campaign is focused on developing a citywide "Blight to Beauty" task force, restoring infrastructure and expanding arts and entertainment in the city.
Michigan Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib introduced a bill on Thursday that would increase penalties on DTE Energy and other investor-owned utilities for seeking rate hikes within two years of violating the Clean Air Act.
Michigan Republicans once viewed 2026 as their best chance to reclaim power in the battleground state.
A formal complaint filed in a downriver Michigan House race is now raising questions about state election law and whether a candidate's ballot paperwork complies with state requirements.
The seat, which represents parts of Bay, Midland, and Saginaw counties, became vacant after former Sen. Kristen McDonald Rivet was elected to the U.S. House in 2024.
Indiana voters are choosing nominees for the U.S. House under existing district boundaries during Tuesday's primary elections.
Manuel Bardakjian, the Livonia man accused of attempting to break into two homes on back-to-back days last month, was arraigned on charges and entered a not guilty plea during a virtual court appearance.
The 29th annual Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats festival kicks off Labor Day weekend in Royal Oak.
Michigan lawmakers and women formerly incarcerated at the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility in Ypsilanti are looking for answers after three women died at the facility in the past month.
One week after Clintondale High School canceled its prom, community members and volunteers have put together an event.
Economists expect the Consumer Price Index this week to show U.S. inflation continuing to rise due to higher energy costs.
The National Weather Service issued multiple tornado warnings in Michigan on Tuesday.
While the ribbon-cutting and traffic opening dates for the Gordie Howe International Bridge have not officially been announced, it appears that both events will happen soon.
Medicare's hospital insurance trust fund will be unable to pay full benefits in 2033, which could lead to higher health care costs for Americans over 65.
2026 will be the final year for the Rocket Classic in Detroit.
Toledo's police chief said Tuesday that a dispute between two rival groups appears to have triggered the mass shooting near the Old West End Festival, and two firearms believed to have been fired have been seized.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
From classic cruisers to new memories still being made, the Woodward Dream Cruise remains a celebration of Michigan's automotive culture.
If you are planning a road trip for Memorial Day weekend, remember that the cost of gas this year is noticeably higher than last year.
The 29th annual Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats festival kicks off Labor Day weekend in Royal Oak.
Joe Negri, known to many as Handyman Negri on "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood," has died at the age of 99, just days shy of his 100th birthday.
Stephen Colbert, former host of "The Late Show," is helping raise money for the Michigan nonprofit Monroe Community Media after appearing on a broadcast of the organization's community access program "Only in Monroe" earlier this month.
President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
Economists expect the Consumer Price Index this week to show U.S. inflation continuing to rise due to higher energy costs.
Attorneys for Salah Sarsour, president of Wisconsin's largest mosque, told a federal judge he has lost 30 pounds and is not receiving consistent medical care for Type 2 diabetes while held in an Indiana jail.
Medicare's hospital insurance trust fund will be unable to pay full benefits in 2033, which could lead to higher health care costs for Americans over 65.
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Meta pledged to invest $115 million to train electricians, plumbers and other workers needed to operate data centers.
Feldman Automotive and the Wahlberg family teamed up to launch the outing six years ago, growing it into one of the region's top charity golf events.
Now out of the hospital, Tavaun Clark says he's focused on recovering and getting back to what he loves most, playing football this summer.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the two people are accused of providing federal authorities with false statements after arriving at the McNamara Terminal on Jan. 25, 2026.
West Nile virus has been detected among mosquitoes in two locations near Grand Rapids, the Kent County Health Department said.
A Northville dentist is facing 43 felony charges in an alleged Medicaid fraud scheme.
2026 will be the final year for the Rocket Classic in Detroit.
Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade by submitting a three-team list of desired destinations, a person familiar with discussions confirmed to The Associated Press.
Feldman Automotive and the Wahlberg family teamed up to launch the outing six years ago, growing it into one of the region's top charity golf events.
Denny Hamlin went from the rear to first again Sunday, winning at Michigan International Speedway to earn his second consecutive NASCAR Cup Series victory from the pole position.
Kevin McGonigle homered in the fourth inning and hit a two-run single off All-Star closer Andrés Muñoz with two outs in the bottom of the ninth that gave the Detroit Tigers a 5-4 victory over the Seattle Mariners.
Four leaders appear in one-on-one conversations on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss their political futures and the road ahead in the 2026 midterms.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
The roundtable discusses the impact of rising gas prices and friction at the federal level with Canada and the U.S., and how it affects tourism.
Manuel Bardakjian, the Livonia man accused of attempting to break into two homes on back-to-back days last month, was arraigned on charges and entered a not guilty plea during a virtual court appearance.
A new Michigan-based tech company is hoping to help law enforcement improve underwater search capabilities, and they are already seeing results.
The 29th annual Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats festival kicks off Labor Day weekend in Royal Oak, Michigan.
Michigan lawmakers and women formerly incarcerated at the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility in Ypsilanti are looking for answers after three women died at the facility in the past month.
While the ribbon-cutting and traffic opening dates for the Gordie Howe International Bridge have not officially been announced, it appears that both events will happen soon.