Grand Traverse County Commissioners

County commissioners will give Northwest Michigan Supportive Housing $125,000 a year for two years, with a possible extension for a third year. They also discussed the need for a better process on awarding excess cannabis, opioid, and American Rescue Plan funds.

In this week's election notebook, we break down the debate over tax increment financing in Traverse City, and what people are doing about it.

Grand Traverse County will purchase an armored police vehicle known as a BearCat. The county board of commissioners approved the purchase on Wednesday with a six to one vote. The vehicle will cost $260,599.

Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s deputies may soon be arriving at a crime scene in a military-like vehicle.

The county’s elected officials passed a resolution that makes all health department vaccine communications include a note that people should talk to their doctors about the risks of immunizations.

When Grand Traverse County Commissioner Ron Clous flashed his rifle while a resident spoke at an online public meeting, it caused an outcry in the community.Now the resident, Patricia MacIntosh is suing the county, arguing the commissioner violated her First Amendment rights.

At times, Keli MacIntosh had to take a deep breath before getting her words out. During an emotional testimony Tuesday, she explained why she decided to…

The Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners didn't punish Board Vice Chair Ron Clous Wednesday for pulling out a gun during a constituent's comments…

Grand Traverse County has joined a growing list of Michigan counties declaring support for the second amendment with a resolution passed by county…