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LP/WESTOCK/Adobe StockIn Michigan, anyone not serving a prison sentence is eligible to vote, although there are barriers often making it nearly impossible for those in jail pre- or mid-trial. They may not be fully aware of their voting rights, and lack internet access and the materials needed to learn about candidates and issues, or to register and cast a ballot. -
JJ Gouin/Adobe StockThe latest county census data found Michigan's child poverty rate remains at 19%, and groups advocating for children and families say it is time to raise the state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).
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The Michigan Legislature approved a resolution this week backing energy independence and asking Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to call off attempts to shut down the Line 5 dual pipelines.
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Opening statements are set to begin in the trial of four men who prosecutors say plotted to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
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The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities held a virtual event Tuesday, to mark both International Women's Day and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. A Michigan native shared her views about issues of major concern for Michiganders.
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With new voting-district maps finalized by Michigan's new independent commission, it's now on to the litigation phase of redistricting.
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Nearly half of Michigan's residents get their water from underground. One fast-growing county is already dealing with dry wells.
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Advocates for ending gun violence in Michigan say if the Legislature doesn't take action to it in the next year, they'll launch a campaign for a ballot petition.
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Groups advocating for seniors are applauding Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's plans to prioritize repealing the pension tax and placing a cap on out-of-pocket costs for insulin.
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Authorities say a 73 year old Wisconsin man was killed when the snowmobile he was riding with his wife missed a corner on a snowmobile trail and struck a tree in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
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