West Michigan has swung to Democrats in recent years, embodying the seismic political realignments precipitated by Donald Trump’s rise. Can he – and other Republicans – win back local voters?
If they haven’t already, Michiganders, especially those near lakeside communities, may soon see swarms of mayflies, aka fish flies. While annoying, they’re harmless. The same can’t be said for another summer pest: mosquitoes.
Michigan officials charged multiple allies of former President Donald Trump with crimes following the 2020 election. Four years later, none of the cases have made it to trial yet. Here’s where they stand.
The governor is seeking a special status for the beloved Upper Peninsula area that is rich in history. The designation could free federal money to the area.
Michigan lawmakers look to increase penalties for drivers who injure more 'vulnerable road users' like bikers and runners. Not everyone is on board with what that punishment should entail.
The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative has improved conditions in polluted lakes and rivers, but sometimes failed to deliver on environmental justice goals.
A new Michigan plan would redirect some business incentive funding to pay for transit projects. Supporters imagine autonomous vehicles delivering workers, bus rapid transit in Detroit and better air travel to northern Michigan.
It's money intended for drug treatment, prevention and recovery. But Flint's mayor defends buying ambulances because some emergency calls 'involve overdoses.'
Pharmaceuticals, microplastics, PFAS and ingredients found in personal care products are among the emerging — and sometimes unmonitored — contaminants in the Great Lakes region.
The behemoth Catholic hospital chain has been forced to pivot from computers to paperwork at times after a cyberattack breached its systems May 8. Warned of longer wait times, patients are expected to keep their appointments unless otherwise directed.