The DeVos family, unions and Perry Johnson are spending big in Michigan’s gubernatorial race ahead of the Aug. 4 primary. See how.
Political and Public Policy Information
Posted inGuest Commentary, Political and Public Policy Information
Detroit wants to elevate youth voices in leadership – that means giving them real power
Youth violence prevention researcher writes “there are many ways to fail at youth partnerships. I have learned that the hard way.”
Posted inElection 2026, Environment, Michigan Government
Blowback from latest DTE outage surfaces on midterm campaign trail
Candidates call for accountability from DTE following the Fourth of July weekend outage, and boost efforts to freeze rate hikes, end utility political spending, and increase outage credits.
Posted inEducation, Election 2026
Here are the 35 people running for the Detroit school board
With five open seats and 35 candidates, the November election has the potential to change the direction of the Detroit Public Schools Community District.
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Election 2026
Primary election: Early in-person voting starts Saturday
The primary election on Aug. 4 determines party nominations for Congress, state Legislature and governor.
Posted inEducation, Election 2026
Detroit school board’s chair and vice chair will not seek reelection in November
LaTrice McClendon and Corletta Vaughn were disqualified from the Nov. 3 ballot due to unpaid county campaign fees. McClendon said she already decided to withdraw. Vaughn decided Tuesday not to run.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Political and Public Policy Information
Michigan voters can still change their primary vote if their candidate dropped out
If you voted for Mike Cox or Mallory McMorrow, you can still get a new ballot — but you’ll need to act fast.
Posted inElection 2026, Political and Public Policy Information
Trump rehashes claims of election vulnerabilities, foreign interference, and fraud in primetime speech
Election officials said they’re reviewing the claims but heard little new information and believe elections are secure.
Posted inEducation, Election 2026
Here’s what you need to know before you vote on DPSCD’s tax proposal
Voters on Aug. 4 will decide the fate of a DPSCD tax proposal that, if approved, will ensure the district has needed operating revenue.
Posted inElection 2026, Health and Welfare, Michigan Government
Guide: How Michigan’s process for setting DTE, Consumers rates factors into midterms
In general, Michigan electric utilities struggle with their infrastructure for the same reason water systems have – fewer customers paying to maintain a grid built for far more of them, according to the MPSC.