Gubernatorial chatter is “all over” the Mackinac Policy Conference as high-profile Democrats positioned themselves for potential 2026 runs to replace term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Michigan Government
Citizens cannot do their job of running their government if they don’t know what their public servants are doing.
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Michigan elections FAQ: Does Michigan Lottery money go directly to schools?
Bridge explains how Michigan Lottery proceeds contribute to the Michigan school aid fund.
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Watch live: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to talk ‘innovative future’
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer expected to outline a ‘vision for Michigan’s innovative future’ in speech at the annual Mackinac Policy Conference at 3 p.m.
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Dana Nessel calls for pork politics reforms amid Clare grant probe
The attorney general office calls for changes to a process that has awarded $2 billion in pet projects in recent years. Some are under investigation, including a $25 million grant for a health campus in Clare that was championed by a former House speaker and went to a former aide.
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Gretchen Whitmer: More housing, home energy savings coming soon to Michigan
State officials are adopting a more aggressive goal for building and rehabilitating new housing, as well as preparing to leverage federal funding for home energy rebates.
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Michigan trooper charged with murder in death of man hit by unmarked car
A detective sergeant from Grand Rapids faces second-degree murder charges in the death of Samuel Sterling, who died after he was struck by an unmarked Michigan State Police vehicle
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Michigan leaders gather on Mackinac amid deep divides, economic apathy
As Michigan power players debate policy on Mackinac Island, new polling suggests voter apathy on the economy, higher education and even the democratic process.
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Michigan developer gave $450K to lawmakers after $5M housing grant
A Macomb County developer who secured a $5 million budget earmark quickly became one of the state’s top political donors. It’s the latest incident to prompt questions about Michigan’s appropriations process.
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Michigan elections FAQ: How to find information about local candidates
A Bridge Michigan reader asks how voters can educate themselves about office seekers in the absence of newspapers. It takes a bit of work, but there are several ways to be informed before you fill in your ballot
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Elissa Slotkin winning over Senate donors. Her challenge: Win over Black voters
Michigan Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin says she’s made more than 90 visits to Detroit as she works to woo Black voters in the Democratic primary for the state’s open U.S. Senate seat.