Infant mortality rates have dropped significantly over the decades, but remain far higher in Michigan for Black infants. But small programs are improving outcomes by helping women manage stress, get to doctors, and even arrange transport when their cars won’t start.

An investigation that began with a sexual-assault complaint against the former Michigan House Speaker has expanded to financial records tied to campaign and nonprofit funds, and the roles of two close Chatfield associates, Rob and Anne Minard.

Join us on June 8 for our latest Bridge Book Club event, where we will be joined by author Frances Kai-Hwa Wang to discuss her essay collection.

A recall at a Michigan formula factory along with supply chain issues and other factors have created a serious national shortage. Follow these tips to find supplies when your store’s shelves are empty, and to avoid endangering your child.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered the requirement in an effort to reduce health care disparities.

Bridge Michigan reporter Kelly House and Circle of Blue reporter Brett Walton moderated a Zoom discussion for Bridge readers with three experts about the state and region’s decrepit water infrastructure.

A Democratic-backed group faces a campaign finance complaint on claims it paid signature gatherers not to work for opponents, then didn’t report the arrangement.

Republicans James Craig, Perry Johnson and Tudor Dixon say they deserve to make the primary ballot despite challenges to their nominating petitions.

Customers get cheaper, cleaner water when communities share the cost of infrastructure. But Michigan’s experience shows how political conflicts and logistical challenges can complicate the math.

Michigan is set to receive the federal infrastructure funds over the next five years, significantly boosting its lending capacity. The funds allow more communities to reinvest in essential public works without saddling residents with all the costs.

The Guard, seeking more space for cyber training and other modern military needs, would expand Camp Grayling’s footprint by accessing vast swaths of state land. It may face pushback from landowners and outdoor groups.

Michigan lawmakers vote to send proposal directly to ballot, a move that critics say is a conflict and saves a well-connected group millions of dollars.