Democrat Chedrick Greene has won a special election in Michigan, securing the party’s control of the state Senate through the remainder of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s term.
Democrats keep control of Michigan Senate with special election win
Posted inMichigan Government
Wayne County to DOJ: We can’t hand over ballots we don’t have
Local clerks say the federal demand for 2024 ballots ‘reflects a fundamental misunderstanding of how elections are administered in Michigan.’
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Michigan may force hospitals to disclose savings from drug cost program
The federal 340B program was meant to reduce drug costs for patients, but, according to some critics, instead it’s lining the budgets of big hospital systems. Others argue it’s keeping the little guys afloat.
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | If Michigan wants a government that works, it must get money out of politics
Whether you’re focused on clean water, affordable energy or economic security, the same pattern keeps showing up: Too often, the biggest checks carry the most weight.
Posted inOutdoors Life
After 89 years, Michigan hunting and fishing group is done: ‘It’s a void’
Michigan United Conservation Clubs announced Monday it is dissolving.
Posted inMichigan Government
Whitmer backs federal gas tax holiday, resists Michigan fuel tax cut
As gas prices soar amid war in the Middle East, some states have suspended taxes on gas. Will Michigan consider the same?
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Michigan medical debts, anger soar as hospitals spend billions on expansions
In a single generation, Michigan’s health care has gotten more consolidated, complicated and costly for nearly everyone, even the well-insured.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Michigan lawmakers target medical debt, drug costs and a surprising fee
Health care costs remain among the biggest concerns for Michigan voters. Lawmakers are responding.
Posted inTalent & Education
More Michigan students pursue trades, but access disparities persist
Career and technical education is growing across Michigan as more complete programs tied to in-demand skilled trades. Access differs by district, however, and some are asking voters to approve related bonds this week.
Posted inOutdoors Life
Take a look inside a Great Lakes sanctuary that protects 200 shipwrecks
The Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary off the northeast Michigan coast in Lake Huron contains 100 known wrecks and researchers think there’s at least 100 more.