In her final annual address, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer laid out plans to create a new affordable housing tax credit and limit medical debt. She also thanked President Donald Trump for a commitment to Selfridge.
Jordyn Hermani
Jordyn covers state policy and politics for Bridge Michigan. Prior to joining the Capitol crew, she wrote for MLive as its statewide politics and culture reporter and with Gongwer Michigan as its state House reporter. She lives in Lansing with her husband and two cats. When not writing, you can catch her watching hockey or horror movies — though, usually not at the same time. Get in touch with her at jhermani@bridgemi.com or on Twitter @JordynHermani.
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Hey, Gov. Whitmer: Here’s what Michigan says is real State of the State
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will deliver the State of the State on Wednesday. Here are what the facts — and Bridge readers — say.
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Fact check: How Gretchen Whitmer delivered — and didn’t — on her promises
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer made 14 promises during her 2025 State of the State address. Here’s how she did.
Posted inEducation, Michigan Government
Whitmer signs classroom smartphone ban for Michigan schools. What to know
Michigan K-12 students will be banned from using smartphones during instructional time starting this fall. Here’s what to know about the new law signed Tuesday by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Posted inHealth and Welfare, Michigan Government
Unpaid medical debt? Michigan may soon limit how creditors can come after it
Lawmakers want to crack down on how and when hospitals and debt collectors can recoup unpaid medical debt under a two-bill package The bipartisan effort wouldn’t stop debt collections all together, but, if passed, would prevent actions like foreclosure or wage garnishment It’s unclear whether the package will be taken up in the Republican-led House. […]
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ICE denies targeting schools as Michigan lawmakers eye restrictions
As Michigan lawmakers debate banning ICE enforcement at schools, the agency on Thursday denied claims stemming from recent arrests in Ypsilanti.
Posted inPolice & Public Safety, Political and Public Policy Information
ICE in Michigan: More arrests, detainees and protests
Amid national debate over deportation tactics, here’s what to know about ICE and Border Patrol enforcement in Michigan.
Posted inEducation, Michigan Government
Michigan nears school cellphone ban. What to know
Michigan House OK’s ban on using smartphones in public and charter schools across the state. Students could still carry ‘dumb’ phones without access to TikTok.
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What Garlin Gilchrist’s switch means for Michigan governor, SOS races
Jocelyn Benson is happy Garlin Gilchrist is no longer running for governor. Democrats already running for secretary of state aren’t happy he’s joined their race, arguing the post is ‘not a consolation prize.’
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Michigan helps employers build housing in Detroit, Kalamazoo as fund runs dry
Michigan housing agency awards final $3.2M remaining in employer-assisted housing dollars for projects in Detroit and Kalamazoo.