The state is experiencing the worst outbreak of epizootic hemorrhagic disease among white-tailed deer since 2012. The viral disease is transmitted from midges and is often fatal.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is asking people to be careful as dry weather and high winds bring a higher chance of fire. The department has restricted burning in much of the region.

Bridge Michigan reporters break down the latest presidential news, absentee ballots and the state’s high-stakes U.S. Senate race.

This continually updated tracker includes information on Michigan political campaigns for president, U.S. Senate, the U.S. House and state House.

With less than one month to go until Election Day, the ongoing war in Gaza continues to be a political liability for Democrats.

Some 10% of Michigan districts are going to voters with tax requests in November. Taxes for roads and public safety still overwhelmingly pass, but the success rate of school bonds has plummeted in recent years.

Bridge Michigan and Gongwer News Service analyzed several years of school bond data and the current ballot proposals. Here are five things to know about school funding efforts this fall.

Kamala Harris came to Flint seeking to counter weeks of arguments by former President Donald Trump, touting her economic record and the state of Michigan’s auto industry.

The U.S. Postal Service has reversed its decision to close a contract postal unit in Salem Township following outcry from residents. The closure would have forced some residents to make a 14-mile round trip to get their mail.

Bridge Michigan’s Kelly House and Janelle James will moderate a discussion about deer populations, regulations and changes in hunting seasons.

Michiganders should prepare for some disappointment as they’re booking camping sites for next season. Over a dozen of the state’s campgrounds and day-use areas will be closed for some or all of the 2025 season.

Dana Nessel charges four double voters, three local election officials. Macomb County had previously declined to press charges.