A data company scoured 8 million meeting minutes nationwide over 17 years and concluded that Ann Arbor has the most dissent on its City Council. That makes for long meetings but good government
Study: Ann Arbor council most divided in nation — and that’s a good thing
Posted inThe Center for Michigan
Bridge Michigan News Quiz, Feb 27: Are you paying attention?
Following the news? Answer these questions and you could win a prize!
Posted inGuest Commentary
Opinion | Michigan school funding needs to be predictable and weighted
Instead of picking winners and losers based on political favors, we should fund students based on their needs
Posted inMichigan Government
Tears, anger at Michigan hearing on bungled tribal boarding school report
More than 40 years after Michigan’s last tribal boarding school closed, the state is still struggling to come to grips with the practice that devastated generations of Native American families.
Posted inOutdoors Life
US plans to clear-cut in Michigan forest. Some fear for endangered species
The US Forest Service is proposing a project in the Ottawa National Forest in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula that would involve logging, gravel mining expansion and forest restoration efforts.
Posted inTalent & Education
Gretchen Whitmer wants to boost literacy in Michigan. Here’s what to know
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is calling for several programs to improve educational performance in Michigan. Here’s a breakdown of what’s been done so far.
Posted inMichigan Government
Gretchen Whitmer’s last State of the State: Literacy, legacy and a Trump thank you
In her final annual address, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer laid out plans to create a new affordable housing tax credit and limit medical debt. She also thanked President Donald Trump for a commitment to Selfridge.
Posted inTalent & Education
Total compensation for WSU’s new president to reach $1.2 million, contract shows
WSU’s 14th president landed a contract that has a few unusual provisions, an expert said. But a board member called it fair for both sides.
Posted inMichigan Government
Watch, read Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s final State of the State address
Watch Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s final 2026 State of the State address, or read the full speech, as prepared for delivery.
Posted inEvents
Bridge Lunch Break recap: What issues matter most to Michigan voters?
During a Wednesday virtual discussion, our Capitol team broke down where the candidates stand on a number of the issues on the minds of Bridge Michigan readers.