Michigan officials replaced two clerks who planned to hand count ballots, instead of using machines as legally required, to preserve election integrity.

Michigan has expanded eligibility for disabled veteran license plates to those with a 50%+ disability rating, a bill signed by Governor Whitmer. This also includes free access to state parks.

Michigan clerks reassure voters of ballot drop box security after arson incidents in Oregon and Washington, highlighting safety measures, surveillance, and emergency protocols in place.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is campaigning in Michigan alongside Kamala Harris, targeting Detroit, Flint, and Traverse City to gather support before the election.

Flint Police Department enhances security for city council meetings with increased police presence, video surveillance, and access controls, following an incident where a firearm was displayed.

Michigan experienced high turnout in its first early in-person voting weekend with over 250,000 ballots cast, as residents embrace the new option following a 2022 constitutional amendment.

JD Vance, the Republican VP nominee, is campaigning in Saginaw and Holland, Michigan, discussing inflation and supporting American industries ahead of the election.

Michigan's first statewide early voting day saw over 145,000 voters, with excitement noted by Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. Voters shared different opinions on voting processes and election security.

Gibraltar, Michigan's Police Chief Richard Tanguay was terminated, leading to council resignations, community backlash, and a whistleblower retaliation lawsuit.

A Holland, Michigan man won $1 million from Elon Musk's PAC after entering a sweepstakes aimed at bolstering voter registration and political support.

Michigan AG Dana Nessel joins others in an amicus brief to the Ninth Circuit, advocating for emergency abortion care in Idaho against the state's restrictive ban.

Warren City Clerk, Sonja Buffa, opts not to pre-process absentee ballots before Election Day, against the trend in Macomb County, prioritizing accuracy over speed.

Brad A. Brelinski has been appointed by Michigan's AG as Jackson County Public Administrator to manage estates without heirs, leveraging his local legal experience.