Advocates slam ‘abysmal’ transparency surrounding opiods settlement in Michigan. Unlike many other states, Michigan set up few controls over how cities, counties spend their 50% share of the money.

Local officials say there are ‘sharks in the water,’ as companies pitching everything from $7,400 vending machines to $200,000 body scanners seek contracts from the opioid settlement money coming to Michigan.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer unveiled an $80.7 billion spending proposal for the state’s next budget cycle, calling for a handful of initiatives centered around a 'Michigan Guarantee' of educational access and economic opportunities.

CMU President Bob Davies negotiated a contract shortly before announcing his retirement that pays him through at least 2026, including at least $500,000 in deferred compensation.

Michigan lawmakers added more than $1 billion in earmarks to this year’s state budget. For the first time, see who sponsored what.

A Michigan lawmaker who sponsored an $18 million grant for a private housing project later received $15,000 in political contributions from the developer, according to an investigation by Bridge Michigan.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will call for $26.6 million in funding for family planning and maternal health services in her executive budget proposal Wednesday, aiming for improved maternal and infant health and increased access to contraception and other reproductive health care.

Supporters say a planned tax credit for producers who film in Michigan is a departure from Michigan’s last foray into similar incentives. Critics fear it’s a variation on a theme that ultimately didn’t do much for the state.

The DNR is rebuilding the Father Marquette National Memorial in St. Ignace. The exhibits, art work and signage will focus on the area’s rich Native American culture and history.

Starting in the Feb. 27 presidential primary, voters will have the option to vote in-person at least nine days before Election Day. But that isn’t the only change — here’s a look at what’s coming