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New polling shows where Michigan voters stand on minimum wage ruling, tipping habits
Read full article: New polling shows where Michigan voters stand on minimum wage ruling, tipping habitsA new WDIV/Detroit News survey asked voters to weigh in on a Michigan Supreme Court ruling that led to changes to the state’s minimum wage requirements.
New polling shows where Michigan voters stand on Senate race, Project 2025, immigration
Read full article: New polling shows where Michigan voters stand on Senate race, Project 2025, immigrationA new WDIV/Detroit News survey asked voters to weigh in on important local races and national issues heading into election season.
New Michigan poll shows where Trump-Harris race stands after Biden decision
Read full article: New Michigan poll shows where Trump-Harris race stands after Biden decisionA new WDIV/Detroit News survey asked Michigan voters where they stand on the probable race for president between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
100K vote ‘uncommitted’ over Biden in Michigan’s primary: What that means
Read full article: 100K vote ‘uncommitted’ over Biden in Michigan’s primary: What that meansMore than 100,000 Democratic Michigan voters selected “uncommitted” in the state’s presidential primary election in an effort to denounce President Joe Biden’s handling of the war in Gaza.
‘Uncommitted’ vote effort in Michigan seeks to send Biden a message: What to know
Read full article: ‘Uncommitted’ vote effort in Michigan seeks to send Biden a message: What to knowGroups are urging Michigan Democrats to vote "uncommitted" in this year's presidential primary election to send a message to President Joe Biden.
Michigan 2024 presidential primary: How to see what’s on your ballot
Read full article: Michigan 2024 presidential primary: How to see what’s on your ballotThousands of Michigan voters have already cast their ballots in the 2024 presidential primary election, which also includes local races for some Metro Detroit communities.
Clinton Township looking to hire more poll workers as early in-person voting begins
Read full article: Clinton Township looking to hire more poll workers as early in-person voting beginsThe 2024 presidential primary election in Michigan is Tuesday, Feb. 27, but voters can go to the polls early to cast their vote.
Early in-person voting begins in Michigan for 2024 presidential primary: How it works
Read full article: Early in-person voting begins in Michigan for 2024 presidential primary: How it worksEarly, in-person voting begins for many Michigan regions on Saturday for the 2024 presidential primary election.
Karamo vs. Hoekstra: Who is the actual chair of Michigan’s Republican Party?
Read full article: Karamo vs. Hoekstra: Who is the actual chair of Michigan’s Republican Party?Recently-ousted Michigan Republican Party chairperson Kristina Karamo took a major blow Wednesday when the national Republican party officially recognized former Congressman Pete Hoekstra as her replacement.
Michigan GOP members plan weekend vote to remove Chair Kristina Karamo
Read full article: Michigan GOP members plan weekend vote to remove Chair Kristina KaramoMembers of the Michigan Republican Party are scheduled to meet this weekend in an attempt to remove party Chairwoman Kristina Karamo as a major election year gets underway.
Gun safety, abortion, right-to-work: These Michigan laws, repeals take effect in 2024
Read full article: Gun safety, abortion, right-to-work: These Michigan laws, repeals take effect in 2024Michigan lawmakers passed new laws and amendments, and agreed to repeal some, in 2023, and they're going to take effect in 2024 -- here's a look.
2 US Senate Candidates allegedly offered $20M to challenge Rep. Tlaib
Read full article: 2 US Senate Candidates allegedly offered $20M to challenge Rep. TlaibEarlier this month, Nasser Beydoun claimed a businessman offered him $20 million to drop out of that race and challenge Representative Rashida Tlaib instead.
Stakes rise ahead of 2024 election in Michigan as House Democrat announces retirement
Read full article: Stakes rise ahead of 2024 election in Michigan as House Democrat announces retirementCompetition is growing in Michigan's Congressional race as Democratic U.S. Rep. Dan Kildee announces he will be retiring next year after the end of his sixth term.
Michigan General Election 2023: Here’s where voting is being held in SE Michigan on Nov. 7
Read full article: Michigan General Election 2023: Here’s where voting is being held in SE Michigan on Nov. 7The 2023 Michigan General Election takes place on Tuesday, Nov. 7, with local races running in most Metro Detroit communities.
Michigan’s $15 min wage proposal certified for 2024 ballot: What to know
Read full article: Michigan’s $15 min wage proposal certified for 2024 ballot: What to knowA ballot proposal seeking to raise Michigan’s hourly minimum wage to $15 over several years will appear on the ballot in 2024 after petition signatures were certified, those behind the initiative announced this week.
Michigan Democrats gain Republican support to pass a record budget centered on education
Read full article: Michigan Democrats gain Republican support to pass a record budget centered on educationMichigan lawmakers have passed a record budget centering on education, infrastructure and the environment.
Michigan’s top court takes major case involving minimum wage, sick leave petition drive
Read full article: Michigan’s top court takes major case involving minimum wage, sick leave petition driveThe Michigan Supreme Court said Wednesday it will hear a major case involving changes to the minimum wage and sick leave, and the power of lawmakers to interfere with the results of petition drives.
Michigan GOP chair Karamo, others ordered to pay $58K in legal fees for failed election lawsuit
Read full article: Michigan GOP chair Karamo, others ordered to pay $58K in legal fees for failed election lawsuitA judge this week ordered Michigan Republican Party Chairperson Kristina Karamo and others to pay more than $58,000 in legal fees incurred by the Detroit clerk’s office to fight a lawsuit they filed challenging absentee voting in the city.
Michigan taxpayers to receive income tax reduction next year: What to know
Read full article: Michigan taxpayers to receive income tax reduction next year: What to knowMichigan taxpayers will see even more savings next year due to the state’s high revenues, with the state treasurer announcing Wednesday that the income tax rate will temporarily be lowered to 4.05% from 4.25%.
Michigan attorney general says income tax cut for 2023 is temporary
Read full article: Michigan attorney general says income tax cut for 2023 is temporaryMichigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said Tuesday that an income tax rate reduction expected to be triggered for the 2023 tax year by the state’s high revenues will be temporary and will revert back to the normal rate the following year.
Poll: Where Michigan voters stand on proposed gun law reforms after Michigan State shooting
Read full article: Poll: Where Michigan voters stand on proposed gun law reforms after Michigan State shootingThe majority of Michigan voters -- Democrats, Republicans and Independents -- support newly proposed gun law reforms moving through the state Legislature, according to a new WDIV/Detroit News survey.
July trial set in Jan. 6 case for ex-candidate for Michigan governor
Read full article: July trial set in Jan. 6 case for ex-candidate for Michigan governorA judge set a July 31 trial date Wednesday for a former Republican candidate for Michigan governor who is charged with misdemeanors for his presence at the 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Michigan 3rd graders wouldn’t get held back for low reading scores under new bill
Read full article: Michigan 3rd graders wouldn’t get held back for low reading scores under new billThe Michigan Senate has passed a bill amendment that would prevent third-grade students from being held back because of low reading scores.
Tax relief debate devolved into shouting match in Lansing
Read full article: Tax relief debate devolved into shouting match in LansingOne check per filing means if you file jointly with a spouse, it’s a single check for you to share. That check is the real sticking point in the battle between Democrats and Republicans over House Bill 4001.
Michigan House to vote Thursday on Gov. Whitmer’s plan for $180 inflation relief checks
Read full article: Michigan House to vote Thursday on Gov. Whitmer’s plan for $180 inflation relief checksThe Michigan House is expected to vote on House Bill 4001 Thursday morning, which, if approved, sends $180 checks which Governor Gretchen Whitmer refers to as “Inflation relief,” to everybody who files a tax return.
What’s inside Michigan Gov. Whitmer’s proposed $79B budget for 2024
Read full article: What’s inside Michigan Gov. Whitmer’s proposed $79B budget for 2024Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer unveiled a record budget for the 2024 fiscal year that prioritizes boosting education spending, cutting taxes and investing in the state's public health.
Michigan may issue inflation relief checks to tax filers: What to know
Read full article: Michigan may issue inflation relief checks to tax filers: What to knowThe state of Michigan could issue inflation relief checks to all tax filers, should a newly announced plan get approved by the state Legislature.
New Michigan plan would cut retirement tax, offer inflation relief to taxpayers
Read full article: New Michigan plan would cut retirement tax, offer inflation relief to taxpayersMichigan’s Democratic governor and legislative leaders are proposing a plan to cut retirement tax and provide relief to Michiganders amid high inflation.
Feds seized records, phone of former Michigan House leader
Read full article: Feds seized records, phone of former Michigan House leaderA former leader of the Michigan state House had his phone seized as part of a federal investigation that included grand jury subpoenas, search warrants and bank records.
What latest minimum wage ruling means for Michigan -- and why it matters
Read full article: What latest minimum wage ruling means for Michigan -- and why it mattersThe Michigan Court of Appeals on Thursday overturned an order from a lower court that would have allowed the state’s minimum wage to increase even more this year than it already has.
Christy McDonald: Why it’s time to pay attention to what’s happening in Lansing
Read full article: Christy McDonald: Why it’s time to pay attention to what’s happening in LansingMichigan politics isn’t a game. Its decisions being made that impact everything we do – from our taxes to reproductive choices.
Michigan US Rep. Slotkin preps Senate run after winning tough reelection bid
Read full article: Michigan US Rep. Slotkin preps Senate run after winning tough reelection bidDemocratic congresswoman Elissa Slotkin of Michigan is taking steps toward seeking the U.S. Senate seat held by retiring Democrat Debbie Stabenow.
Metro Detroit clerks urge lawmakers to work on voting rules before 2024 presidential election
Read full article: Metro Detroit clerks urge lawmakers to work on voting rules before 2024 presidential electionElection clerks across Metro Detroit are urging lawmakers to get to work on new voting rules and the money to fund them after voters passed sweeping changes last November.
Gov. Whitmer plans tax cuts, stricter gun laws, free Pre-K
Read full article: Gov. Whitmer plans tax cuts, stricter gun laws, free Pre-KMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer outlined an agenda Wednesday that will prioritize enacting stricter gun laws, repealing outdated laws that restrict abortion and who one can marry and providing pre-K education for all 4-year-olds in the state.
Macomb County prosecutor apologizes for ‘inappropriate’ Robert E. Lee social media posts
Read full article: Macomb County prosecutor apologizes for ‘inappropriate’ Robert E. Lee social media postsThe Macomb County prosecutor has issued an apology after coming under fire for social media posts marking the birthday of Robert E. Lee, a Confederate general in the U.S. Civil War.
Wasting no time, Democratic Michigan lawmakers announce 1st series of bills for 2023
Read full article: Wasting no time, Democratic Michigan lawmakers announce 1st series of bills for 2023The first Democratic majority seen in the Michigan Legislature in decades is kicking off 2023 by immediately introducing a series of bills to address several hot button issues.
Former GOP governor candidate Tudor Dixon says she won’t run for Michigan Republican Party chair
Read full article: Former GOP governor candidate Tudor Dixon says she won’t run for Michigan Republican Party chairTudor Dixon, the 2022 Republican candidate for Michigan governor who lost to incumbent Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, has decided not to run for chair of the Michigan GOP.
Michigan GOP, Tudor Dixon blame each other for midterm election loss
Read full article: Michigan GOP, Tudor Dixon blame each other for midterm election lossThe Michigan Republican party and failed GOP candidate for governor Tudor Dixon are pointing the finger at each other after a double-digit election loss at the top of the ticket.
Michigan AG Dana Nessel wins 2nd term, defeats Republican Matt DePerno
Read full article: Michigan AG Dana Nessel wins 2nd term, defeats Republican Matt DePernoIncumbent Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has defeated Republican opponent Matt DePerno, securing a second term in office, the AP projects.
Michigan SOS Jocelyn Benson defeats Kristina Karamo, wins 2nd term
Read full article: Michigan SOS Jocelyn Benson defeats Kristina Karamo, wins 2nd termIncumbent Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has defeated Republican opponent Kristina Karamo in the general election, securing a second term in office, the AP projects.
Republican challenger Tudor Dixon concedes to Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
Read full article: Republican challenger Tudor Dixon concedes to Michigan Gov. Gretchen WhitmerMichigan’s incumbent Governor Gretchen Whitmer secured a second term in office after winning a majority of the vote in the midterm election.
2022 election results: Michigan voters approve Proposal 1 on term limits, public financial disclosure
Read full article: 2022 election results: Michigan voters approve Proposal 1 on term limits, public financial disclosureMichigan voters have voted in favor of a ballot proposal that will amend term limits for Michigan legislators and regulate public financial disclosure from some elected officials.
2022 election results: Michigan US Rep. Elissa Slotkin wins re-election in newly-drawn 7th district
Read full article: 2022 election results: Michigan US Rep. Elissa Slotkin wins re-election in newly-drawn 7th districtUnited States representative from Michigan Elissa Slotkin has secured a third term in office, defeating Republican opponent state Sen. Tom Barrett in the general election, the AP projects.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer defeats Tudor Dixon, wins 2nd term
Read full article: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer defeats Tudor Dixon, wins 2nd termMichigan’s incumbent Governor Gretchen Whitmer has secured a second term in office after winning majority of the vote in the midterm election, the AP projects.
Michigan voters approve Proposal 3 to codify abortion rights, NBC News projects
Read full article: Michigan voters approve Proposal 3 to codify abortion rights, NBC News projectsVoters have approved a ballot proposal that will amend the Michigan Constitution to codify abortion rights in the state, NBC News projects.