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An audit found the state agency charged with taking care of foster kids when a judge terminates a child’s parental rights, was actively keeping track of fewer than half of those cases.
The 8th congressional district stretches from Flint north to Saginaw, Bay City and Midland. The race pits Democratic incumbent Kristen McDonald Rivet against Republican challenger Tom Smith.
From campaign stops in the U.P. to piping plover conservation, Detroit school board races, and Arabian horses at MSU, we cover politics, education, wildlife, and more.
More than 500 people showed up to support the Democratic U.S. Senate candidate at the U.P. State Fairgrounds in Escanaba. It was the first stop on a three-event day that culminated in a 1,200 person rally in Marquette that evening.
This week on The Mids, Michigan Public's Dustin Dwyer attends a poll worker training in Grand Rapids and shares his insights.
34 people are vying for five open seats on the board for the Detroit Public Schools Community District, a pivotal race that could put multiple new people in charge of Michigan's largest district.
NOAA's seasonal forecast projects a warmer, drier Michigan winter for 2026-27 than we're used to, and we can thank El Niño for that.
The state DNR says cases of epizootic hemorrhagic disease are surging in deer in 12 counties. The disease cannot be caught by humans, but it can kill a lot of deer.
According to the Michigan Secretary of State, 9.2% or 679,316 Michiganders have cast ballots in the November election as of Sunday.
Many of Rogers’ supporters in the majority Black city discussed the desire to convince family, friends, and neighbors who may hold conservative beliefs that it’s okay to vote Republican.
Rain over over the last week "won’t make up" for the "severe drought in the U.P.,” MDNR's incident commander said.
State and local law enforcement will coordinate their activities this week to catch drivers who break the state law that that requires stopping for school buses when they're flashing red lights.
Author Anna Ansari on Iranian kebabs, Michigan sweet corn, and a Soviet melon that never made it past customs.
"Three out of every four people have to choose between putting food on the table or caring for themselves or their loved ones," said Democratic U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell.
The strike that started on Labor Day, 2025, has sometimes featured bitter rhetoric and accusations.
After 37 ballots discovered the day after the 2025 election were counted on Friday, challenger Muhith Mahmood appears to have beaten Mayor Adam Alharbi by 12 votes. Legal challenges are still in process.
A group of Michigan parents and legislators renewed the push Friday for the state House to pass a package of bills meant to protect children from "addictive" social media feeds and AI chatbots.
If you know how the sound ‘f’ worked in Old English, it suddenly isn’t mysterious why the noun "leaf" with an "f" turns into "leaves" with a "v" when you make it plural
Michigan Public's John U. Bacon looks at the Wolverines' and Spartans' football losing streaks, the Red Wings' roster issues, and the Brewers' big sweep of the Dodgers.
The United States is making an unprecedented attempt to revive three shuttered nuclear plants to meet growing demand, especially from data centers. That includes one in Michigan.
Musk is donating to Republican candidates all over the country, including Michigan, and especially to bolster Mike Rogers here. Does this have anything to do with the people of Michigan? Heck, no.
Elon Musk is back to throwing his considerable money at political campaigns
In various ways, speakers framed the election as a choice between “common sense” and “crazy.”
In their second gubernatorial debate, Jocelyn Benson tied John James to Trump tariffs and gas prices, while James cited state job losses and school declines.
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed campaigned across Michigan's Upper Peninsula with New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, touting healthcare and affordability as priorities.
Local zoning boards are required to approve any project that meets regulatory guidelines. But that didn’t stop Van Buren Township residents from voicing strong opposition to this project.
Michigan Public is seeking a Membership Donor Retention Lead to strengthen donor relationships, improve retention, and engage prospective donors.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has begun using genetic testing to track the success of its fish-stocking operations.
Need something to do this weekend? Looking for new things to explore? Michigan Public is here to help! Check out some of these fun, interesting, and timely events across Michigan from October 16-18.
Thomas W. Howe and Jody White are running for the Michigan Supreme Court and are on the ballot. But they don't meet the requirements to serve. What happens if they win?
Sturgeon Fest released 1,500 baby sturgeon into the Maumee River to help restore historic populations on Saturday. 1,200 visitors came to help with the restoration effort and learn about the fish
Michigan Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (D-MI 12) has introduced a new bill to limit the use of surveillance systems.
The state of Michigan has awarded $65 million total in grants to expand public transit in rural, mixed, and urban counties of the state.
"We tried lighting a guy up, and he wouldn't stop so we turned our lights off," an immigration enforcement agent told emergency dispatchers.
Federal regulators approved an emergency plan to move a tipped nuclear fuel assembly at Michigan's Palisades plant, allowing restart activities to move forward.
A reporter brought us the latest on allegations that officers at a women's prison used body cams to record one woman during childbirth. Plus, a new cookbook highlights a beloved bakery in Three Oaks, Michigan. And, we went behind the scenes with the director and writer of a play about the Flint Water Crisis.
Communities in Michigan are investing heavily in river restoration projects, hoping for environmental and economic benefits.
Now through November, Stateside is hearing from some of the state's youngest voters and getting insight into the issues driving them to the polls as part of our What The Vote? series. This week, we hear from a 24-year-old Muskegon city commissioner who is staying engaged in politics hoping to set an example for her…
Join Michigan Public in October for an unforgettable African adventure, featuring game drives, Victoria Falls, river cruises, and more! It's a dream come true for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Progressive union leaders, Detroit activists, and local elected officials held a press conference to organize Black voters against Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers.
With tariffs and rising energy costs squeezing margins, Michigan small businesses are freezing expansion plans as growth halts, SBAM's Brian Calley says.
What is life like for Lansing residents living on the streets amid a string of murders of unhoused men? Also, a conversation about how Michigan teaches elementary math, and what’s still needed to bring kids along. And two prominent Michigan candidates backed the Uncommitted movement in 2024: how are they handling…
Michigan and 13 other states are suing the U.S. Department of Labor for clawing back several million dollars in funding for improvements to state unemployment insurance systems.
Mothfire Brewing Co., Founders Brewing Co., and Bearded Lamb Brewing Co. are the big winners at the 2026 Great American Beer Festival in Colorado. Six Michigan breweries overall won medals.
A federal civil rights lawsuit has been filed against Michigan Department of Corrections officers and officials for using active body cameras to record Natalie Forrest during childbirth and postpartum care, an experience her attorney said left her traumatized.
The Michigan Constitution puts the state board of education independently in charge of public instruction and hiring a state superintendent. John James says as governor, he'd want more control.
Ahead of early voting, Michigan local clerks are testing voting machine accuracy in public demonstrations to ensure secure results and build trust in the midterm election.
According to the study, elevated lead levels were detected in 12 Michigan water systems in 2025, affecting 177,923 Michiganders.
At Grand Rapids Public Schools, Amy Westcott has made it her mission to create the district’s first dedicated library centered on Native American histories and lived experiences.
More than 167,000 Michiganders fell off of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) since last summer, in large part, experts say, because of new work rules and more red tape.
Firefighters are working to contain two wildfires in Michigan's Upper Peninsula totaling near 600 acres, one of which has forced several evacuations.
President Donald Trump's tariffs are turning factory workers against his Republican Party over fears the import taxes could lead to fewer jobs instead of the manufacturing renaissance he promised.
Michigan’s Senate race has become a battle over Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed. Republicans portray him as a dangerous radical; El-Sayed responds by traveling across Michigan and meeting voters.
The Michigan Infrastructure Council wants to develop a Citizens Infrastructure Guide to help people understand the need to invest in road, water, internet, electricity and other essential services.
The United Auto Workers union generally supports Democrats, but members are divided over whether Democrats or Republicans better represent working-class interests.
State Senate Democrats have introduced a package of bills that, among other changes, would dramatically boost the credits that customers get for losing electricity after outages.
Michigan Public interviewed the Democratic and Republican candidates for the U of M Board of Regents to learn more about their campaigns and hopes for the university.
A Michigan Supreme Court case heard this week is testing the limits of state civil rights law.It involves a former social work professor at Calvin University whose contract wasn’t renewed after he officiated a same-sex wedding for a colleague. His lawyers argued that amounted to sex-based discrimination by association.
U.S. Senate debate takeaways, a library in Grand Rapids dedicated to Native American literature, and a conversation with Will Lawrence, the Democratic candidate in Michigan's 7th Congressional District.
If I say I’m gonna do it, I don’t necessarily mean I’m headed out the door right now to do it.
Republican nominees for Senate, U.S. House and governor’s offices across the country are sidestepping Trump or openly distancing themselves as they debate Democratic opponents before Election Day.
Michigan hosted debates for the governor's race, as well as Secretary of State, U.S. Senate and the 7th Congressional District. Here's a recap from debate week and what it showed.
Sound engineer Mike Fotias recalls his first underground techno party, Detroit's growing warehouse rave scene, and the evolution of its sound.
John U. Bacon discusses the Detroit Red Wings' various issues, an open letter from Michigan State's athletic director, and the Detroit Lions' defensive struggles.
Voters will elect two Michigan Supreme Court justices in November. Morning Edition's Doug Tribou sat down with the candidates.
President Donald Trump has made a political living for years saying and doing whatever the hell he wants. Somehow this is accepted as his style. But the horrible things he says and terrible decisions he makes aren't working well for his Republican underlings.
The debate between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed got so off-track that moderator Rick Albin of WOOD-TV felt compelled to chime in: "I’d like to be a part of the debate, too!"
Republican Anthony Forlini said he had improved "election integrity" as county clerk, while Democrat Garlin Gilchrist argued that his opponent had "placated election deniers."
The lawsuit argues BCBSM worked with Blue Cross Blue Shield Association companies in other states to keep competition out.
A conversation with Michigan Supreme Court candidate Jody White, and tips to mitigate the invasive spotted lanternfly population—with the help of a furry friend.
Need something to do this weekend? Looking for new things to explore? Michigan Public is here to help! Check out some of these fun, interesting, and timely events across Michigan from October 9-11.
Voters will elect two Michigan Supreme Court justices in November. Jody White was nominated by the U.S. Taxpayers Party of Michigan.
Police frequently called Border Patrol when drivers were unlicensed. State politicians helped create this dynamic.
Spotted lanternflies are invasive insects that have found their way into southern Michigan. Early detection methods have gotten creative.
Trade policy and the war with Iran are issues where the two candidates have been in conflict in recent days.
Leaders from the Police Officers Association of Michigan and the Fraternal Order of Police flanked Republican Congressman Tom Barrett, who took aim at old tweets by his Democratic opponent.
The lawsuit argues DHS “abruptly changed" long-standing policy "while simultaneously threatening college and university officials with criminal prosecution.”
A conversation with Michigan Supreme Court candidate Thomas W. Howe, another installation of our series What The Vote?, and a preview of this year's Detroit Story Fest.
Voters will elect two Michigan Supreme Court justices in November. Thomas W. Howe was nominated by the U.S. Taxpayers Party of Michigan.
Teachers in the Eaton County community have been working under an expired contract since July. In September, administrators requested to begin mediation proceedings in an attempt to resolve negotiations that have stretched since the beginning of this year.
Hundreds of people could lose their share of the $600 million plus settlement Thursday, if they don’t complete their paperwork.
The Land Conservancy of West Michigan hosts event to collect and spread native grassland species across more than seven acres.
Now through November, Michigan Public is speaking to the state's youngest voters, for insight into the issues driving them to the polls, as part of our What The Vote? series. This week, we heard from Cody Bannick, a junior at Wayne State University who is grappling with how the affordability crisis is impacting his…
Jocelyn Benson frequently tried to tie John James to Donald Trump and unpopular administration policies. James routinely emphasized his willingness to break with the president.
As President Trump promotes claims of vote-rigging ahead of the midterms, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel says the state's prepared for everything from power outages to troops at the polls.
Voters will elect two Michigan Supreme Court justices in November. Chief Justice Megan Cavanagh is running for reelection and was nominated by the Democratic Party.
Supporters say Proposal E would only start the process of what could become a takeover of DTE’s electric grid and assets. Opponents say the proposal could force the city into an expensive legal fight.
A conversation with Michigan Supreme Court candidate Megan Cavanagh. Plus, a look into the work being done to protect apples against threats like climate change, bacterial disease, and industrialization. And an investigation uncovers the prevalence of using anti-psychotics to sedate dementia patients.
Ahead of next month’s midterm elections, we traveled across Southeast Michigan to understand why – for many voters – cost of living is still top of mind.
U-M has enrolled 1,000 fewer international graduate students in the last two years. Experts say Trump Administration policies have deterred international student enrollment nationwide.
Michigan's college readiness has declined, with only a quarter of 11th graders meeting SAT benchmarks. This is a drop from 26.6% last year and 35% a decade ago. Experts note that SAT scores are just one measure of readiness, but they highlight opportunity gaps in Michigan schools.
Stopping someone based on their race or language is generally not considered legal. But police can use minor violations, like tinted car windows or jaywalking, to hide their real reasons for stopping people.
Gift card fraud happens when someone takes a card, steals the redemption information, and puts it back on the shelf. Fraudsters can steal the balance of the card before the purchaser can use it.
Former president Barack Obama is scheduled to appear at a rally in Detroit on October 24 with U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El Sayed, gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson, and other Democrats.
Beginning in 1966, Butter taught at the University of Michigan, focusing on health care, midwifery, and women's health. She became Professor Emeritus of Public Health in 1996.
A conversation with Michigan Supreme Court candidate Noah Hood. Plus, perspectives on what it takes to highlight work from artists with disabilities and learned about the history of techno in Detroit.
As of Monday, October 5, more than 120,000 Michiganders have already voted. That's roughly 1.7% of active registered voters in Michigan.
The Supreme Court is rejecting an appeal from a Michigan woman challenging a school district’s ban on shirts with the phrase “Let’s Go Brandon.” This phrase is a coded reference to profanity aimed at then-President Joe Biden.
Voters will elect two Michigan Supreme Court justices in November. Current Supreme Court Justice Noah Hood is running for re-election. He was nominated by the Democratic Party.
The Dexter Cider Mill is celebrating 140 years of operation, making them the state of Michigan's longest continually operating mill.