These Michigan races could help decide control of Congress
With control of the US House at stake, several ‘toss up’ Michigan districts could play a pivotal role.
Bernie Sanders in Michigan MAGA-land: Dems, GOP seek votes in unfamiliar areas
Bernie Sanders stumped for Abdul El-Sayed in deep-red Alpena, while Republicans seek inroads in true-blue Detroit. In a super-tight election, a few votes could make a big difference.
Issues Watch returns Nov. 4 to discuss Michigan’s midterm election results
Join Bridge Michigan’s Capitol and data reporters on Nov. 4 at noon for a free virtual discussion of Michigan’s midterm election results.
Experts predict more Michigan data center regulations amid public pushback
During a panel discussion at the Bridge Michigan Issues Summit, experts discussed the tradeoffs between revenue from multi-billion dollar computing investments and impacts to air, water and land.
Fact check: Mike Rogers faces voter suppression claims over Detroit comments
GOP US Senate candidate Mike Rogers suggested using off-duty police officers as poll watchers in Detroit. Democrats contend that would be voter intimidation.
Michigan Proposal 1 and 2: What to know about statewide ballot measures
There are two statewide proposals on Michigan’s Nov. 3 ballot. What are they, and what would happen if they’re approved?
Fact checks ahead of Michigan’s general election
Bridge Michigan reporters have spent months fact-checking claims by the gubernatorial and Senate campaigns and researching ballot measures.
Bridge Culture Club returns to discuss ‘Witchy Boots’ film
J.S. Phillips, Jamie Kidwell-Brix, and Sandy Cockerham join Bridge Culture Club on Oct. 30 to answer questions about the documentary film on historical and modern women that shape the craft beer industry
Fact checks, takeaways: Donald Trump rips Dems, downplays gas prices in Michigan
Donald Trump made bold claims about Democrats Abdul El-Sayed and Jocelyn Benson Sunday. Here are the facts.
Fact checks, takeaways: Barack Obama blasts Trump, touts El-Sayed, in Detroit
Former President Barack Obama implored Michigan voters to ‘rein in some of the foolishness’ of the Trump administration and said Abdul El-Sayed can finish the job on healthcare.
Late $1.8M surge for John James tests Michigan campaign finance law
With a DeVos assist, Michigan GOP pumps $1.8 million into John James’ campaign in final weeks of the gubernatorial race. Democrats say it violates state law.
To fix Michigan schools, experts urge better reading skills, less politics
A group of education experts urged audience members at the Bridge Michigan Issues Summit to volunteer in schools, vote for candidates who value education and set aside individual differences to work toward a common plan to improve schools.
Fact check: Abdul El-Sayed not a ‘fake doctor’ or licensed physician
President Donald Trump and Mike Rogers have called Abdul El-Sayed a ‘fake doctor.’ He’s called himself a ‘physician.’ Here are the facts.
Bridge Michigan News Quiz, Oct. 23: Prove your smarts
It’s been another busy week in Michigan. Can you answer these 10 questions about the week in politics, property and life?
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