Michigan drivers will be subject to tougher distracted driving laws. Holding a cell phone for non-emergency calls, texts or social media use could result in a ticket.

Smoke from Canadian fires has made the air quality poor in the Midwest and East Coast. The National Weather Service issued an advisory from Monroe to Midland, with one ranking indicating Detroit on Wednesday had some of worst air pollution in the world.

As Michigan economic development officials fret over population loss that threatens the state’s future, some see a potential solution in so-called “climigrants” fleeing drought, wildfires, hurricanes, rising seas and heat.

The automakers, among Michigan’s largest public companies, say they are eying 2025 and beyond to make money on EVs as they shift away from internal-combustion engines.

Michigan Democrats are targeting a practice condemned by major medical organizations that’s aimed at changing LGBTQ youth and promoting heterosexuality. Some Republicans are wary of the bill’s broad language.

Candice Jackson believes a focus on mental health could make Michigan schools safer.

School calendars are once again a source of debate as Michigan lawmakers consider a bill to make it easier for schools to begin before Labor Day.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer aims to use her growing profile to raise money for President Joe Biden and defend a U.S. Senate seat held by retiring Debbie Stabenow.

Fundraising and attack ads are already underway, as Democrats have a thin majority in the House. GOP taps former Gov. Rick Snyder to lead fundraising efforts.

Multiple Michigan wildfires have already incinerated thousands of acres of land. Here’s what you should do to avoid burning more.