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Sierra Club Says Endorsed Candidates Won 1,290 Races, Plans Thursday Post-Election Livestream
The group says voters delivered the largest electoral wave since 1894 and that it has won 88% of its 2,426 endorsed races so far, with 963 still to be called.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentEnergyElectionDemocratic PartyClimate ChangeSocial IssuesState Governments Sierra ClubelectionsDonald TrumpCongressMichiganTexasAbdul El-SayedGina HinojosaJames Talarico
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Whitmer Signs Executive Directive to Shield Reproductive Health Data in Michigan
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Directive 2026-4, ordering state departments to review and tighten protections for reproductive health care data, including limits on sharing geolocation data with companies and federal agencies.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesLegal Gretchen WhitmerExecutive Directive 2026-4reproductive health dataMichigandata privacygeolocation dataabortion accessOffice of Michigan Governor
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Census Bureau Updates OnTheMap and LODES With 2024 Employment Data
The Census Bureau has released LODES 8.5 and an updated OnTheMap tool, extending employment data coverage to 2024 for most states, with Alaska and Michigan the exceptions.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEmployment and LaborComputers and Internet U.S. Census BureauOnTheMapLODESLongitudinal Employer-Household Dynamicsemployment data2024 dataAlaskaMichigan
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Michigan's First Muslim Senator-Elect Backs Trump Plan to Cut Israel Military Aid
Abdul El-Sayed also called for an end to arms sales, according to NPR, which said he discussed his victory and the political divisions that remain.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionCongressMiddle EastMilitary Abdul El-SayedMichiganMuslim senator-electDonald TrumpIsrael military aidarms sales2026 electionNPR Breaking NewsNPR2026 elections
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News Outlets Forecast Strong Democratic Night as Voters Head to Polls in Midterms
Newsweek says Senate control will likely be known by 11 p.m. ET unless the outcome runs through Maine or Alaska, both of which use ranked-choice voting.
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Whitmer Fills Seats on 13 Michigan Boards and Commissions
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced appointments and reappointments to 13 state boards and commissions, including the Board of Medicine, State Plumbing Board, Opioids Task Force and Arts and Culture Council.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesLegal Gretchen WhitmerMichiganBoard of MedicineMichigan Opioids Task ForceMichigan Arts and Culture CouncilState Plumbing BoardGovernment appointmentsOffice of Michigan Governor
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY reports midterms framed as Trump referendum, Supreme Court backs administration on deportation rule
USA TODAY's On Politics newsletter says both parties are closing midterm campaigns around President Donald Trump, and that the Supreme Court declined to revive a Biden-era immigration rule.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementElectionWhite HouseCongressLegalDemocratic PartyRepublican Party midterm electionsDonald TrumpSupreme CourtdeportationBarack ObamaMichiganTexasUSA TODAYUSA TODAY On Politics
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DHS Highlights Arrests of 'Worst Illegal Aliens' in Michigan, Citing Armed Robbery and Identity Theft
DHS names five people arrested by ICE in Michigan, including a Venezuelan with an armed robbery history and a Philippine national convicted of aggravated identity theft.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues U.S. Department of Homeland SecurityU.S. Immigration and Customs EnforcementMichiganMarkwayne Mullinillegal immigrationdeportationDetroit
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Recaps Final Week of Midterm Campaigning
Newsweek reports Trump stumped in Michigan with Nicki Minaj while Barack Obama rallied Democrats in Ohio as the midterm campaign entered its final full week.
Politics and GovernmentElectionDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyWhite HouseEnergy midterm electionsDonald TrumpNicki MinajMichiganBarack ObamaOhioSherrod BrownNewsweek
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Whitmer: Michigan Violent Crime Hits Seven-Year Low as Murders Fall More Than 40% Since 2021
Governor Whitmer says Michigan violent crime is at a seven-year low, with murders down over 40% since 2021 and more than 1,000 illegal guns seized under Operation Safe Neighborhoods.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementUSAState GovernmentsDemocratic PartyLegalSocial Issues Gretchen WhitmerMichiganviolent crimeOperation Safe NeighborhoodsMichigan State Policepublic safety fundinggun violenceOffice of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer Names Appointees to 15 Michigan Boards and Commissions
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced appointments across 15 state boards and commissions, including the State Officers' Compensation Commission, Wayne County Airport Authority and Michigan Opioids Task Force.
Politics and GovernmentHealthState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsTransportationSocial Issues Gretchen WhitmerMichiganboard appointmentsState Officers' Compensation CommissionWayne County Airport AuthorityMichigan Opioids Task ForceChild Lead Exposure Elimination CommissionOffice of Michigan Governor
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Media Monitor: TIME makes the case for teaching CPR in schools
TIME is reporting that two Michigan students saved their teacher's life after learning CPR, as essayists urge schools to teach the technique and note most cardiac arrest victims do not survive.
HealthEducationMedical ScienceSocial Issues CPRcardiac arrestTIMEMichiganautomated external defibrillatorfor-profit hospitalsPenn NursingTIME Health
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Whitmer Announces Third Round of Medical Debt Relief, Erasing $21 Million for Nearly 10,000 Michiganders
Michigan's third round of medical debt relief wipes out more than $21 million for 9,767 residents through nonprofit Undue Medical Debt, bringing total state relief past $221 million.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessUSAState GovernmentsDemocratic PartyEconomySocial Issues Medical Debt ReliefGretchen WhitmerUndue Medical DebtMichiganGarlin Gilchrist IIMedicaidHealth Care CostsOffice of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer Declares Energy Emergency, Lets Farm and Logging Vehicles Run Dyed Diesel on Michigan Highways
Governor Gretchen Whitmer declared a statewide energy emergency, suspending Motor Fuel Tax Act rules so farm and wood harvester vehicles can use dyed diesel on public roads through harvest season.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnergyState GovernmentsAgricultureEconomyTransportation Gretchen WhitmerMichigandyed dieselenergy emergencyloggingExecutive Order 2026-15Office of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer Orders Flags at Half-Staff to Honor Former State Senator John Pappageorge
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered U.S. and Michigan flags at the State Capitol Complex lowered to half-staff on October 13, 2026, to honor former state Senator John Pappageorge, a decorated Army colonel.
Politics and GovernmentUSAState GovernmentsMilitaryGeneral Politics John PappageorgeGretchen WhitmerMichiganState Capitol Complexhalf-staffMichigan State SenateOakland CountyOffice of Michigan Governor
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Media Monitor: WSJ Opinion Warns Tariffs Are Hurting the GOP in Michigan
The Wall Street Journal's editorial board says Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers is calling for a halt to the trade war with Canada as tariffs weigh on the GOP in Michigan.
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Social Security Administration Tells Michigan Residents Local Office Status Has Changed
The agency says residents should check the status of their office, card center or hearing office before visiting, and that many services can be handled online.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsComputers and Internet Social Security AdministrationMichiganSocial Security officemy Social Security accountMedicareretirement benefitsonline servicesdisability benefits
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Granicus Promotes Integrated Digital Communications Platform for Government Agencies
Company cites EPA, Indiana FSSA, Baytown and Fairfax officials on engagement and data-driven decisions, and opens nominations for its 2027 Digital Government Awards.
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Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills on Cannabis Education, Gift Card Fraud, Child Transport Protections
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan bills to educate parents on youth cannabis and tobacco risks, ban gift card fraud, and stop restraints during child transport to treatment programs.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementUSAState GovernmentsLegalSocial IssuesEducation Gretchen WhitmerMichiganCannabisGift Card FraudCam CavittParis HiltonMichigan National GuardOffice of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer Appoints Dr. Amber Libby to 6th District Probate Court
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer appoints Saint Ignace attorney Dr. Amber Libby to the 6th District Probate Court in Mackinac and Luce Counties, filling a partial term.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementUSAState GovernmentsLegalElection Gretchen WhitmerAmber Libby6th District Probate CourtMackinac CountyLuce CountyMichiganJudicial AppointmentOffice of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer Announces Appointments to 21 Michigan Boards and Commissions
Governor Gretchen Whitmer named appointees to 21 state boards and commissions, including the Natural Resources Commission, the Beef Industry Commission and the boards of nursing, pharmacy and counseling.
Politics and GovernmentUSAState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsAgricultureHealthLaw Enforcement Gretchen WhitmerMichiganNatural Resources CommissionMichigan Beef Industry CommissionMichigan Board of NursingBarry SandersAppointmentsOffice of Michigan Governor
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Toyota Opens Battery Center of North America in Saline, Michigan
Toyota unveils its new Battery Center of North America in Saline, Michigan, giving Michigan-based teams expanded ability to develop battery technology from raw materials to recycling.
BusinessScience & TechnologyUSAAutomotiveEnergyEnvironmentManufacturing ToyotaToyota Battery Center of North AmericaSalineMichiganbattery technologyelectrificationrecycling
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Fed Governor Barr to Speak on Economic Conditions and Monetary Policy at Detroit Economic Club
Federal Reserve Governor Barr will address the Detroit Economic Club in Detroit, Michigan, delivering a speech on economic conditions and monetary policy, released by the Fed's Board of Governors.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAEconomyFederal GovernmentBankingFinancial Markets Federal ReserveBarrMonetary PolicyEconomic ConditionsDetroit Economic ClubDetroitMichiganU.S. Federal Reserve
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Social Security Administration Alerts Michigan Residents to Local Office Status Change
SSA notifies Michigan residents that the operational status of their local Social Security office, card center or hearing office has changed, and points them to online services.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues Social Security AdministrationMichiganSocial Security officemy Social Security accountretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicare
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Social Security Administration Alerts Michigan Residents to Changed Office Status
SSA says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Michigan has changed, and points customers to online services for benefits, applications and account management.
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Social Security Administration Alerts Michigan Customers to Changed Office Status
SSA says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Michigan has changed, and points customers to online services for most business.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentEconomyComputers and Internet Social Security AdministrationMichiganSocial Security officemy Social Security accountonline servicesretirement benefitsMedicare
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Whitmer Announces Appointments to 17 Michigan Boards and Commissions
Governor Gretchen Whitmer named or reappointed more than 25 people to state boards covering policing, aging, nursing, agriculture, public health and veterans' care, with terms starting this fall.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEducationEmployment and LaborAgriculture Gretchen WhitmerMichiganboards and commissionsappointmentsLansingpublic healthOffice of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer Signs Eight Bipartisan Bills to Fund University Projects, Balance FY27 Budget
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed eight bipartisan bills authorizing $1.3 billion in capital outlay for 27 higher education institutions and closing budget gaps without raising taxes.
Politics and GovernmentEducationState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsEconomy Gretchen WhitmerMichiganHigher EducationCapital OutlayState BudgetState Building AuthorityFirst RespondersOffice of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills to Protect Renters, Patients and Insurance Customers
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed four bipartisan bills requiring fee-free rent payment options, modernizing deposit returns, banning unfair insurance pricing and protecting federal patient incentives.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthState GovernmentsLegalReal EstateFinancial MarketsSocial Issues Gretchen WhitmerMichiganSenate Bill 373Senate Bill 1013Senate Bill 1052rentersinsurance pricingOffice of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer Wraps Up South Korea and Taiwan Mission, Touting New Jobs and Investment for Michigan
Governor Gretchen Whitmer concluded an investment mission to South Korea and Taiwan, advancing maritime, robotics, semiconductor and defense partnerships and formalizing a new Oakland County-Taichung sister city agreement.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyUSASouth KoreaTaiwanState GovernmentsEconomyTradeEmployment and LaborAsia Gretchen WhitmerMichiganForeign Direct InvestmentAdvanced ManufacturingSemiconductorsOffice of Michigan Governor