New Detroit-area state House maps are better for Black representation, a federal court rules. No incumbents will be drawn out of their districts, and the statewide map still tends to favor Democrats.
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Who’s running for Michigan Supreme Court in 2024?
Michigan Supreme Court elections could get interesting this year as a Republican incumbent departs and a Democratic appointee defends her seat.
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Michigan mapmakers raise own pay to redraw political lines rejected by court
Michigan mapping commissioners give themselves a 40% raise to redraw political lines struck down by court for disenfranchising Black voters.
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Michigan redistricting: Opponents argue new Detroit maps fall short
Critics challenging Michigan’s redistricting commission in court argue the latest proposed House map unfairly benefits incumbents and doesn’t address all of the issues that prompted a federal court to order a redraw.
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Michigan lawmakers revive toll road debate
Michigan currently has tolls in place in certain tunnels and bridges, but not on any roads.
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‘Good time’ prison reform push short on signatures for Michigan ballot
Backers of a ballot measure to offer Michigan prisoners the option to reduce their sentences through good behavior likely won’t collect enough signatures for the 2024 ballot. They’re hoping lawmakers will take up the torch.
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Michigan municipalities getting $87 million from marijuana sales
Funds from recreational marijuana sales mean big funding boosts for Michigan communities that embraced the industry.
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Michigan redistricting: Mapmakers finalize new metro Detroit House map
The new map would keep more Detroit-based districts within city limits and increase Black majorities in several state House seats.
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Michigan Dems abolish panel that gives industry say in regulations
Legislative Democrats on Tuesday voted to do away with an environmental oversight panel that critics said gave too much power to outside parties.
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Early voting a ‘significant new option’ for voters, ‘significant challenge’ for clerks
Starting Saturday, Michigan voters will have the option to vote early for the Feb. 27 primary election. That’s in addition to a host of other changes to the state’s election process, and it’s been a big adjustment for many local clerks.