Ahmed Haidar has been appointed the new police chief of Dearborn Heights, focusing on traffic issues, after the resignation of former chief Jerrod Hart.

Mayor Mike Duggan highlighted Detroit's turnaround, wealth gain for homeowners, crime rate reduction, homelessness initiatives, and future projects in his final State of the City address.

Detroit Mayor Duggan discussed Renaissance Center plans in his final State of the City address, detailing the vision for its future as a public asset amidst riverfront revitalization efforts.

Michigan Governor Whitmer is on a trade mission to the UK and Ireland to strengthen economic partnerships and attract investment amidst U.S. tariff tensions.

Fifty-two attorneys general support veterans in a legal battle for G.I. Bill benefits, challenging the VA's restrictive interpretation that limits education benefits despite a Supreme Court ruling.

Michigan's Governor Whitmer's proposed 2026 budget suggests raising hunting, fishing, and boating license fees, marking the first increases since 2014 for hunting and 1993 for boating, potentially adding $208 million to state revenue.

Mayor David LaGrand delivered his first State of the City address, focusing on housing, policing, and neighborhood enhancements to promote rapid development and community involvement in Grand Rapids.

GEO Group is reopening the North Lake Correctional Facility in Michigan as an ICE processing center, projected to yield $70 million in annual revenue.

Governor Whitmer has appointed Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor to the MEDC Executive Committee, reflecting the city's economic importance in Michigan.

Michigan education leaders are criticizing President Trump's executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education due to concerns about its impact on funding and services, particularly for disadvantaged and special education students.

Michigan House approved a $3.1 billion road funding plan without tax increases, reallocating existing funds despite concerns over the impact on other services.

Tudor Dixon is exploring another political run in Michigan for either U.S. Senate or governor in 2026, following alignment with Trump's agenda and endorsing his leadership.

Michigan AG Dana Nessel joined a coalition of 27 state AGs supporting the FCC's One-to-One Consent Rule, which requires telemarketers to obtain consent before calling. The rule aims to combat robocalls but was struck down by the Eleventh Circuit.