Mark Totten has announced his candidacy for the 2026 Michigan attorney general race, focusing on justice and the rule of law. He's the first to declare, with a background in federal prosecution and legal education.

Mike Cox enters the 2026 Michigan gubernatorial race, seeking to eliminate the state's income tax and counter the expansive governance of the current administration.

Adam Hollier is running for Congress again, challenging Rep. Shri Thanedar for Michigan's 13th District seat, focusing on socioeconomic issues and criticizing Thanedar as out of touch.

Kalamazoo College President Jorge G. Gonzalez will retire in 2026 after a decade leading growth initiatives and the Brighter Light Campaign, which raised over $203 million.

Michigan AG Dana Nessel files an amicus brief against the Trump Administration's "Ideological Deportation Policy," arguing it violates the First Amendment.

Mike Rogers is campaigning for the 2026 Michigan Senate seat, emphasizing education, national security, and manufacturing. Despite a 2024 loss, he supports Trump's agenda and faces competition for the GOP nomination.

Dana Nessel appointed Christopher Rogers as the new Public Administrator for Grand Traverse County, Michigan, citing his local ties and legal experience.

Pontiac Mayor Tim Greimel announces his candidacy for Michigan's 10th Congressional District seat, highlighting his labor rights advocacy and efforts to improve economic conditions.

Pete Hoekstra was confirmed as the U.S. Ambassador to Canada during a period of trade tensions, with bipartisan support for his mission to enhance trade and address security issues.

Governor Whitmer proposed a bipartisan strategy to boost U.S. manufacturing and national defense, favoring careful tariff use and domestic job creation.

The Michigan State Police received CALEA accreditation, a testament to their commitment to high policing standards, after undergoing a rigorous evaluation process.

Michigan's AG Dana Nessel leads a lawsuit with 19 states against Trump's Executive Order on voting restrictions, alleging it's unconstitutional and encroaches on states' rights.

Michigan's Better Business Bureaus in Detroit/Eastern Michigan and Western Michigan have merged, creating a larger entity focused on enhancing consumer advocacy and educational services across the state, as reported by several local news sources.