Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s memoir is scheduled for release in early July.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
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Michigan elections FAQ video: Trump Veepstakes, Whitmer ambitions and more
Watch our latest Elections FAQ show to see Bridge reporters answer reader and viewer questions about potential Trump running mates, how fast we’ll know results this year, how ballot tabulators are tested and more.
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In Michigan, 'fixing the damn roads' got really darned expensive
Six years after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer won election on a pledge to fix the roads, Michigan is struggling to keep up with rising construction costs — and roads are still projected to deteriorate.
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Whitmer creates task force to reduce gun violence in Michigan
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive order Thursday establishing a Gun Violence Prevention Task Force. The announcement comes days after a man opened fire on a splash pad in Rochester Hills.
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Michigan bottlers still get free water, despite governor’s tough talk
Tough talk followed a public outcry six years ago, but the push for policy reforms and monetary compensation has petered out.
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Keweenaw Peninsula may become national historic area. What that would mean
The governor is seeking a special status for the beloved Upper Peninsula area that is rich in history. The designation could free federal money to the area.
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Mass transit wins big in new plan to retool Michigan corporate subsidies
The Michigan Legislature seems ready to redirect much of its billion dollar incentive spending toward building more mass transit and other community projects. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer appears open to the idea.
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Michigan governor run? Duggan, Benson, Gilchrist spur speculation
Gubernatorial chatter is “all over” the Mackinac Policy Conference as high-profile Democrats positioned themselves for potential 2026 runs to replace term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
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Watch live: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to talk ‘innovative future’
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer expected to outline a ‘vision for Michigan’s innovative future’ in speech at the annual Mackinac Policy Conference at 3 p.m.
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Gretchen Whitmer: More housing, home energy savings coming soon to Michigan
State officials are adopting a more aggressive goal for building and rehabilitating new housing, as well as preparing to leverage federal funding for home energy rebates.