Gizzard Fest returns to Potterville
The fried festival brings an often-overlooked snack front and center.
Michigan State Representative introduces constitutional carry bill
In an exclusive with CBS News Detroit state Rep. Angela Rigas says her new Constitutional Carry bill won't pass the legislature--but despite the long odds to get it across the finish line, it's still a battle worth fighting.
Michigan Rep. Carrie Rheingans introduces bill to lower medical costs
The cost of medical treatment certainly isn't going down in Michigan, and one state lawmaker wants to make sure the money you shell out for copays is counted towards your deductible.
A commission to study a commission: Michigan State Rep. draws attention to "unserious" efforts in Lansing
The push is to call attention to the frivolous nature of commissions in Lansing, the representative said.
Here's a look at this year's Mackinac Policy Conference
Business leaders and lawmakers were all up north this week for the annual Mackinac Policy Conference where they outlined strategies to improve economic life in Michigan.
Michigan Rep. Brenda Carter introduces "Alyssa's Law"
If adopted in Michigan, it would require schools to install panic alert systems to rapidly initiate lockdowns and alert the authorities.
Michigan lawmakers introduce new legislation for law enforcement funding
Approximately $100 million would go towards a fund for law enforcement-- that will be allocated to municipalities across the state based on crime statistics from Michigan State Police.
Michigan lawmakers push for more clean energy at the Capitol
Lawmakers like State Sen. Sam Singh said transitioning Michigan to clean energy is one of his top priorities.
Governor Whitmer signs red flag bill into law
This order allows law enforcement to temporarily remove firearms from a person deemed by a court, to be a risk to themselves or others.
Petition to create new political party in Michigan delayed by typos
Michigan could see another political party join the ranks in the coming months.
Bill to lower nurse-to-patient ratio met with mixed response
Michigan is no stranger to the shortage of nurses plaguing the country.
Michigan marriage laws allow for child marriage; lawmakers want to change that
Michigan policymakers and advocates have attempted multiple times to close loopholes that permit underage marriage. They hope this time they'll be successful.
Michigan lawmakers try again to expand statute of limitations on sexual assault cases
While previous attempts at legislation like this failed, this iteration led by State Rep. Julie Brixie does have bipartisan support.
Panel formed to find next Michigan State University president
A panel of professors, trustees, students and even the basketball coach was announced to help in the search.
Security improvements heading to Michigan Capitol building
Changes are coming to the way you enter Michigan's Capitol building. In the coming weeks, we could see some new security measures in place.