Michigan Politics

Both VP candidates hope to appeal to working-class voters in states like Michigan. Harbor Springs voters told us specifics will be key in Tuesday’s debate.

First Lady Jill Biden says her husband is continuing his campaign for reelection, despite fallout from a shaky debate performance last week and calls — including from some Democrats — for the president to yield to a different potential nominee.

Neil Friske was released from jail Friday morning, but an investigation continues into allegations against him including possible sexual assault and weapons violations.

Borton’s resolution — which is a statement, not binding law — calls on the state agency to “take seriously” concerns brought forth in the months since the announcement by environmental groups, concerned citizens and local governments.

In a letter to the governor, they highlighted their constituents' concerns, including what they feel is a lack of transparency from the Michigan National Guard and a concern for natural resources, should the proposal move forward.

Organizers say the Grand New Party PAC will counter traditional Republican fundraising organizations which aim to secure Republican majorities.

The contenders for Michigan’s 1st congressional district list healthcare as a priority. This year, Republican incumbent Jack Bergman is challenged by Dr. Bob Lorinser from Marquette.

Republican challenger Tudor Dixon called Gov. Gretchen Whitmer a “radical” in their first debate Thursday.The Democratic incumbent said it’s the GOP nominee who holds extremist views and still hasn’t promised to abide by the results of the November election.

The 2022 Cherry Pie Debates in Glen Arbor, cosponsored by the Leelanau Enterprise and IPR News, brought together candidates for state House District 103, and state Senate District 37.

The measure is awaiting action by the Senate, and would make it a felony to trespass on Michigan’s major bridges by designating them "key facilities."