Big changes to how courts handle bail and a possible “second look” at prisoner sentences are among the major criminal justice reforms pending in the Michigan Legislature.
Lauren Gibbons
Lauren Gibbons covers state politics and government for Bridge Michigan, tracking the Michigan Legislature, elections and the impact of federal policy on the state. Before joining Bridge, she led Legislature and redistricting coverage at MLive and covered the state Senate for MIRS News. She has covered Michigan politics for more than a decade, winning awards for her political and criminal justice reporting.
A Lansing native who graduated from Michigan State University, Lauren is now based in Ferndale. Her party tricks include telling friends which political districts they live in without looking.
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Michigan poised to restrict guns at election sites under Democratic bills
Democrats kick off lame-duck session with votes to ban open-carry guns at polling places, expand hate crime laws and ease access to birth control.
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In Michigan House, time for Democrats is running out. What to expect
Republicans retook control of the state House on Tuesday, giving Democrats just weeks to pass their wish lists and pet projects. Expect a frantic finish.
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Elissa Slotkin wins razor-thin race for Michigan US Senate seat
Democrat Elissa Slotkin has won Michigan’s high-stakes race for US Senate, according to final vote tallies released Wednesday afternoon more than 15 hours after polls had closed.
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Michigan House flips to Republicans: Here’s how they did it
House Republicans took back control of the chamber in Tuesday’s election, flipping key districts in southeast Michigan and the Upper Peninsula while hanging onto competitive seats in Oakland County.
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New Michigan election rules aim to protect poll workers, streamline certification
Early voting, expanded absentee ballot options and other changes are in full effect for Michigan’s 2024 elections.
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Gretchen Whitmer goes big for Michigan Democrats as GOP seeks check on power
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer isn’t on the ballot, but the election could define her final two years in office.
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Michigan House majority is on the line. These districts will decide it
Democrats currently hold a two-seat majority in the Michigan House, which Republicans aim to flip. Control will ultimately be decided by a handful of competitive districts.
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Donald Trump, Kamala Harris urge Michigan to vote early. Agreement ends there
Kamala Harris, Michelle Obama stressed abortion rights in Kalamazoo. Donald Trump railed on Democrats in Novi. Here are the facts.
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Michigan Supreme Court majority up for grabs as 4 candidates seek 2 seats
Michigan Supreme Court elections are technically nonpartisan, but two general election races featuring two Democratic and two Republican nominees could alter the future of the state’s highest court.