Lawmakers are working on an agenda to benefit Detroit that could address education, housing, economic development, among other priorities
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Marshall Bullock to rejoin Duggan administration following election loss
The outgoing state senator will advocate for Detroit’s policy agenda in Lansing.
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Gun control a priority for Michigan Democrats. What studies say about reforms.
Democrats want to pass red flag, safe storage and universal background check laws when they take charge in January. Most research say the measures can reduce gun deaths, but much is inconclusive.
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Michigan Democrats eye other abortion law changes as Prop 3 set to take effect
Proponents of a Michigan constitutional protections for abortion vowed existing limits remain in place. That doesn’t preclude a Democrat-led Legislature from eventually changing them.
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Pioneer Detroit U.S. House member born a century ago
Charles Diggs Jr. was the first African American in Michigan history to serve in the U.S. Congress.
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Right-to-Work battle looms in Michigan: Businesses fear repeal by Democrats
Business leaders warn against picking a divisive fight and urge Democrats to work with Republicans to improve Michigan’s business climate. Data is inconclusive on how the anti-union law impacted Michigan.
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Kyra Harris Bolden makes history with appointment to Michigan Supreme Court
The state representative from Southfield will become the first Black woman on the high court, succeeding outgoing Justice Bridget McCormack.
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What brought Detroit to the polls?
Detroiters describe how abortion rights, investments in infrastructure, public education and COVID policies helped shape the city’s election results.
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Huge wins for Democrats. They’re poised to retake Michigan Legislature
Democrats sweep statewide races, flip a congressional seat and appear to have won control of the Michigan Legislature. They may have Proposal 3 and the fight for abortion rights to thank for driving voter turnout.
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Michigan Supreme Court: Richard Bernstein, Brian Zahra retain seats
Bernstein, a Democratic nominee and Republican-nominated Zahra will return to the state’s highest court. Their reelection maintains the 4-3 advantage on the court for justices nominated by the Democratic Party.