News & Fun in Michigan
Governor Whitmer has ordered a special election to fill the 35th Senate District seat left vacant by Kristen McDonald Rivet’s move to Congress. The election will impact Bay, Midland, and Saginaw counties in 2026.
Governor Whitmer warns that new tariffs are hiking prices on school supplies in Michigan. Retailers and parents brace for a costly 2025 back-to-school season.
Michigan’s $273 million in ARPA funding has driven progress at state parks, with 122 projects already complete or underway, according to the DNR.
Governor Whitmer criticizes congressional cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, warning they will harm vulnerable Michiganders, exacerbate food insecurity, and call for bipartisan support for essential services and local economies.
The Michigan Senate, in a bipartisan effort, passed bills to enhance FOIA access and financial disclosure laws, aiming to improve government transparency. Governor Whitmer has signed related measures, marking significant reform in the state’s transparency practices.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has directed the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to assess the impact of proposed $880 billion federal Medicaid cuts. The cuts could drastically affect Michigan’s health care services and economy, risking jobs and access to care.
Rep. Tom Kunse issues a cheeky but pointed jab at the governor’s frequent flyer habits in a new House resolution. Whitmer’s International Trips Draw Ire from Michigan GOP Rep. Tom Kunse, R-Clare, turned sarcasm into legislative language with a new House …
Governor Whitmer declared a state of emergency for ten Northern Michigan counties due to a severe ice storm, prompting recovery efforts as over 100,000 residents experienced power outages. Local officials activated emergency plans amidst extensive infrastructure damage and hazardous conditions.
