Democrats promised to reform campaign finance. So far, the only major bills they've introduced would allow payroll deductions to union political action committees.

The bill now heads to the House. If approved, Michigan would join at least 20 states and Washington D.C. in passing laws to ban race-based hair discrimination.

Michigan becomes the 21st state to allow ‘extreme risk protection orders’ allowing judges to temporarily seize guns of those deemed a danger.

Gas prices rise in the spring as refiners conduct maintenance and switch from winter-grade fuel to a more costly and environmentally friendly summer blend.

Ypsilanti is like a lot of Michigan school districts: lots of struggling young readers and not nearly enough tutors to help them catch up. Federal pandemic funds are available, but staffing levels remain a hindrance.

Michigan prosecutors oppose these bills, arguing there are already safeguards in place that make life terms without parole rare for teens convicted of murder. The pending legislation also would allow parole boards to consider release after just 10 years.