Democrat Joe Biden carried Michigan by extending his support into the suburbs to withstand a surge for Republican Donald Trump in rural parts of the state. But precinct-level data shows many exceptions, with one sliver of Detroit going for Trump and more of west Michigan favoring Biden.

A new panel to draw Michigan’s political lines could allow diverse groups to increase their political power. But the process is bound to create winners and losers.

The Board of State Canvassers on Thursday failed to certify petition signatures from Unlock Michigan, blocking initiated legislation to repeal the 1945 law used by Gov. Whitmer during the pandemic.

PACE – Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly – has been a trusted haven for Michigan senior citizens. An effort brewing in the state Legislature could undercut the program

Michigan health authorities are getting creative to get more people vaccinated in a race to achieve herd immunity. That requires transition to the more difficult work of promoting vaccines in some unexpected places.

Following recent calls to change the culture at the Capitol, the Michigan Senate’s new policy allows visitors to file complaints and strengthens reporting protocols.

Pipeline opponents hailed the decision by the Michigan Public Service Commission as “historic,” while Enbridge downplayed its significance.

Legislators need to put politics aside and pass a school budget, for the sake of Michigan’s children.