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Long-awaited dam safety reforms move closer to law after Michigan Senate voteThe Michigan Senate on Thursday voted to overhaul Michigan’s lax dam safety laws, moving long-awaited reforms one vote away from reaching Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Both legislative chambers have now approved versions of two companion bills sponsored by Sen. Mallory McMorrow, D-Royal Oak, and Rep. Bill G. Schuette, R-Midland, to strengthen

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Citizen collaboration drives PFAS Awareness Week successesGovernor Gretchen Whitmer last week declared September 21-25, 2026 Michigan’s first ever PFAS Awareness Week. The multi-day event will have a lasting impact

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John James could become Michigan’s first Black governor. He says it’s bigger than himRepublican U.S. Rep. John James said becoming Michigan’s first Black governor would honor the work and sacrifices of people who came before him.

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Whitmer announces 3 Michigan business expansions to bring 127 jobs, $91M investmentGov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Monday business expansions in Kent, Ingham and Oakland counties that will result in 121 jobs and more than $90.6 million in capital investment.

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Josh Shapiro and Gretchen Whitmer, potential 2028 rivals, meet at Philly diner to boost Democrats ahead of midtermsFeatured on Sam’s Morning Glory Diner menu on Friday: “Shapiro 2026″ and “2028 sausage, eggs and gravy.” The governor did not elaborate on his order.

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Former MDHHS Director Hertel lands new clientGov. Gretchen Whitmer cannot run again due to term limits and some members of her cabinet have already left state government.

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Bill signed by Whitmer requires fee-free rent payment options for tenantsThe bill, one of several Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed this week, requires rental agreements have at least one way to pay that does not impose an extra fee.

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Michigan Republican John James joins calls for end to Iran WarU.S. Rep. John James, R-Shelby Township, has added his voice to calls from high-profile Michigan Republicans to end the Iran War.

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Automotive supplier to bring 115 jobs to Port Huron with new facilityWages for new U.S. Farathane employees start at $21.58 hourly with benefits, according to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's office.

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As Michigan forges forward on literacy, many ask: What about math?As Michigan goes all in on literacy, some are asking: What about math? Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and State Superintendent Glenn Maleyko have said literacy is their

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Michigan residents face terrorism charges for alleged threats to government leadersThe victims of the alleged threats include the Dearborn mayor, Michigan Supreme Court justices, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, the state Attorney General's office said.

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John James pitches expanding Michigan’s 10% cap on energy choice. What does it mean?In a bid to address “out of control” energy rates, GOP gubernatorial candidate John James said the state should increase its 10% cap on energy choice.

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Benson, James discuss tariffs, taxes and business growth at Detroit Economic Club town hallMichigan business leaders gathered in Detroit to hear from Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson and Republican gubernatorial candidate John James, who are vying to replace term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

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Benson, James talk economic plans at candidate forumOn taxes, economic development and health care, Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson and GOP nominee John James put forward their visions.

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Michigan candidates for governor speak at Detroit forumDemocratic nominee Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and GOP nominee U.S. Rep. John James of Shelby Township are set to appear separately.

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John James' running mate reopened Michigan's abortion fightJohn James doesn't want to talk about abortion. His running mate just put it back at the center of Michigan's governor's race.

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Whitmer travels to South Korea with economic and military officialsGovernor Gretchen Whitmer began meeting Monday with business leaders as part of an investment mission to South Korea.

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Proposed name change for Flint Township topic of town hall meetingThe township gained the right to change its name in the same way as a city or village in 2021 when Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill sponsored by state Rep. David Martin, R-Davison.

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Whitmer visits South Korea to pursue Michigan manufacturing investmentsGov. Gretchen Whitmer is headed to South Korea for a weeklong investment trip, her office announced on Monday, Sept. 14.

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Benson urges James to take down 9/11 campaign ad she calls ‘despicable lie’Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson is calling on her GOP opponent John James to take down an ad tying her to controversial 9/11 comments made by a Twitch streamer she says she hasn't campaigned with.

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