The Norton Shores Republican said she wants to "stop Whitmer's violent crime wave" with a plan that includes $700 million to help public safety departments recruit and retain police, firefighters and other personnel.

Water sampling finds no reduction in bloom-producing nutrients.

The possibility of a fall COVID surge and concerns about a “nasty” flu season might be fueling an early eagerness among some residents for the omicron-tailored COVID booster, experts said.

President Samuel Stanley Jr., reportedly faces a resign-or-be-fired demand from the university board. Faculty leaders plan to meet Tuesday and speak with Stanley. But the board chair said Monday that removing Stanley would be 'misguided.'

Chief Justice Bridget McCormack will step down by year’s end, giving Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer a chance to name her replacement and protect Democrats’ 4-3 edge on court.

The tentative agreement put faculty back in the classroom Monday after the work action disrupted classes last week.

Some districts restrict cellphone use. Others warn parents about the dangers of social media. And one legislator proposed banning all Michigan students from using phones during the school day.

After two years of quiet, the flu is expected to make a comeback this season. The Biden administration suggests people get a flu shot at the same time as the new COVID booster. Michigan health experts weigh in on timing the flu shot.

Reproductive Freedom for All, known as Proposal 3, will be on the Nov. 8 ballot. Expect an expensive campaign for and against the measure to enshrine abortion rights into the state constitution.

The company that owns the Palisades facility, Holtec International, applied for a federal grant to keep the plant operational on July 5. Whitmer submitted a letter in support of the plan Friday.

The proposal would allow for early voting and expand access to absentee voting. Opponents argue it could put election security at risk.

What to know about Voters for Transparency and Term Limits, known as Proposal 1 of 2022, to change the state’s term limits and financial disclosure rules.