Republicans retook control of the state House on Tuesday, giving Democrats just weeks to pass their wish lists and pet projects. Expect a frantic finish.
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Michigan canvassers nearly blocked 2020 votes. Could it happen again?
Some partisans tasked with certifying Michigan’s election claim 2020 was rigged. Officials say new state rules should deter attempts to deny the rightful winner.
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Donald Trump, Kamala Harris urge Michigan to vote early. Agreement ends there
Kamala Harris, Michelle Obama stressed abortion rights in Kalamazoo. Donald Trump railed on Democrats in Novi. Here are the facts.
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As Gaza war rages on, some fear Democrats can ‘kiss Michigan goodbye’
With less than one month to go until Election Day, the ongoing war in Gaza continues to be a political liability for Democrats.
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As Michigan moves toward $15 minimum wage, workers rally to keep tip system
Michigan should move ahead with a planned minimum wage increase and eliminate a lower rate for tipped workers by 2030, the state Supreme Court said Wednesday. Some of those workers are not happy.
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Legislative leftovers: What Michigan lawmakers haven’t done in 2024
From pollution to health care, lawmakers are sitting on a number of bills they once deemed priorities. Will they pass this session?
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Kamala Harris, Tim Walz in Michigan: ‘We’re not going back’ to Donald Trump
Harris and Walz use mass rally in Detroit airport hangar to argue Trump would take the country backward.
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Michigan primary results: Shri Thanedar wins, likely secures reelection
U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar is expected to win reelection in his heavily Democratic district after topping Detroit City Council member Mary Waters in the primary.
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What to know about Michigan’s pending minimum wage changes
Minimum wage workers and tipped employees face an immediate pay boost in February after a court ruling on Wednesday. Businesses say the effects could be dire; unclear is whether the Legislature will step in.
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Whitmer signs record $83B Michigan budget. What to know
From ditching electric vehicle rebates to expanding preschool access statewide — a look inside Michigan’s newly signed $83 billion budget.