Early primary spending by Michigan Senate Democrats shows how ‘party elites’ can influence elections, said one expert.
2026 Michigan election
Michigan clerk claims he found 15 noncitizens registered to vote. Some are dubious
Macomb County clerk says his findings show the ‘system is flawed,’ but some experts say the data he used to make the claim may not be reliable.
Michigan 2026 elections: Dates, deadlines and a key special election
Statewide elections in August and November will decide Michigan’s next governor, and a special election in May could shape Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s last year in office. What to know.
What Garlin Gilchrist’s switch means for Michigan governor, SOS races
Jocelyn Benson is happy Garlin Gilchrist is no longer running for governor. Democrats already running for secretary of state aren’t happy he’s joined their race, arguing the post is ‘not a consolation prize.’
Bridge Michigan is listening. What issues matter most to you in 2026 election?
Campaign rhetoric is flying. But what’s most important to you? Bridge wants to hear from Michigan residents to help shape our campaign coverage.
Here are facts shaping Michigan as state gears for big election year
With rising costs, an aging population and troubling education scores, the stakes for 2026 elections couldn’t be much higher. Here are the facts shaping the state before the campaign rhetoric intensifies.
Michigan faces a huge election year. These are the 2026 races to watch
Michigan voters will decide a new governor, a new US Senator and much, much more in 2026. These are the top races to watch.
Michigan ranked choice voting group ends 2026 ballot effort
Rank MI Vote, which seeks to bring ranked choice voting to Michigan, is ending a bid to put a proposal on the state’s 2026 ballot. Organizers say they may try again for 2028.
Michigan GOP governor hopefuls vow to end MEDC. John James skips debate
Republicans running for governor blast Michigan’s economic development approach in a debate skipped by John James, whose campaign called him a favorite in the 2026 race.
Lawmakers want to move up Michigan’s August primary — after 2026 election
Senate Democrats’ plan would give general election candidates more time to campaign after primary wins. But it would keep three elections on the calendar each year, which is what school districts want — but not clerks.