Anthony Forlini, the Macomb County clerk and a Republican candidate to be Michigan’s next secretary of state, said last week that he had found more than a dozen noncitizens on his county’s voter rolls — but some say there’s reason to be skeptical of his claims. Forlini told Votebeat on Thursday that a comparison of the […]
Many Michigan communities have received above average snow fall totals so far this season La Niña, lake-effect snow and jet stream shifts fuel heavier snow Snow and bitter wind chills create dangerous roads but ideal winter sports Michigan is digging out from a winter that’s coming in heavy, with many northern towns receiving far more […]
College students across the state say they have been lied to by petition circulators, who have descended on their campuses to gather signatures in support of requiring Michigan voters to prove their citizenship. In August, Michigan State University freshman Abby Lindley was told the petition would make it easier for immigrants and transgender people to vote, […]
Garlin Gilchrist’s departure from the governor’s race means Jocelyn Benson is well positioned for the Democratic nomination, experts say Gilchrist enters a crowded secretary of state race with a high profile and a solid fundraising base Fellow Democrats seeking the post argue the state’s top election administration job should not be a ‘consolation prize’ LANSING […]
So far this winter, Michigan has seen slightly cooler-than-normal temperatures and above-average snowfall As people take advantage of the conditions, that could mean increased revenue for an industry that generated about $120 million in a previous season While last winter was strong for outdoor recreation, the winters two and three years ago were warmer than […]
Eight supermoons and a rare blue moon highlight the year Multiple meteor showers peak from spring through winter Six planets line up after sunset in February From brighter moons to streaks of light across the night sky, 2026 will offer several chances for Michigan stargazers to look up. Highlights include eight supermoons, a blue moon, […]
Republican President Donald Trump is expected to make an appearance in Michigan next week The Detroit Economic Club will host the president during a Tuesday program, marking his third appearance before the group Trump has made frequent stops in Michigan for campaign and presidential events Republican President Donald Trump is returning to Michigan on Tuesday to […]
President Donald Trump’s first year in office has ushered in big changes for clean energy in Michigan The state has seen $540 million in canceled climate grants and a dramatic decrease in green energy-related investments Analysts expect the trend to continue as shifting federal policies prompt a renewed embrace of gas-powered vehicles and fossil fuel […]
LANSING – There are currently 2,149 inmates aged 65 or older in the state, accounting for 6.7% of the state’s total prison population of 32,265, according to data from Jenni Riehle, the public information officer for the Department of Corrections. “Our population is aging because when you come to prison in Michigan, you tend to […]
Michigan’s Natural Resources Commission made decisions on underwater spearfishing, turkey hunting and more The Michigan Department of Natural Resources indefinitely paused a controversial goose-gassing program The NRC has not yet decided what to do about the length of the coyote hunting season In 2025, Michigan expanded underwater spearfishing, simplified turkey hunting and changed who can […]