Associated Press

Michigan State University professor Josh Cowen is joining a crowded field of Democrats seeking to challenge Republican Rep. Tom Barrett.

Maat Maasdam announced his campaign Tuesday to unseat Tom Barrett who delivered a key win for Republicans in 2026 when he flipped the 7th Congressional District.

The Michigan Supreme Court justices unanimously selected Megan Cavanagh to succeed Elizabeth Clement as chief justice when she steps down.

The decision throws the Michigan race wide open to replace Democratic Sen. Gary Peters, who announced earlier this year that he won’t seek reelection in 2026.

Canada’s most populous province may bar American-made alcohol in addition to restricting electricity exports to Michigan among several states.

The proposal comes after the Nov. 30 fight at the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry football game when the Wolverines beat the Buckeyes 13-10.

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg as already fielded calls from Michigan Democrats urging him to enter the 2026 race to replace Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Chinese American Vincent Chin was beaten to death with a baseball bat by two white Detroiters, who received no jail time.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer on Monday signed a $57 billion budget centered on infrastructure, public safety and public health.

The Michigan Supreme Court turned down an appeal Wednesday and won't reinstate the conviction of a retired Michigan State University gymnastics coach who was accused of lying to investigators about campus sports doctor Larry Nassar.