Michigan prepares for the Northern Strike military exercise with over 6,300 participants from August 3-17, focusing on various warfare skills and injecting $38 million into the local economy.

The Hartford Police Department experiences leadership turmoil, with the firing of its police chief and the city considering outsourcing law enforcement to the county sheriff.

More than 10,000 Michigan residents have participated in the state's early voting for the August primary election, despite technical issues with state servers.

A Michigan court has approved new Senate district maps for Detroit after addressing concerns of racial gerrymandering. These maps won't be used until the 2026 elections.

Michigan voters can participate in early voting for the August Primary from July 27 to August 4, as reported by The Detroit News and Detroit Free Press.

FEMA denies disaster aid to Michigan after May tornadoes, stating the situation is within local handling capacity.

The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy sues its ex-CFO, William Smith, and associates for the embezzlement of $40 million, alleging lavish spending on properties and other expenses.

Michigan Governor Whitmer signs a $82.5 billion budget, enhancing public safety, housing, and infrastructure, with contentious funding areas like Greektown Wi-Fi drawing criticism.

Michigan Governor Whitmer signs a $23.4 billion education budget for fiscal year 2025, focusing on early childhood and free community college, despite some criticism over K-12 funding levels.

Michigan receives a $129 million EPA grant to boost renewable energy projects, fostering statewide progress towards a 60% renewable energy target by 2030.

Michigan forms a $50M military manufacturing initiative focusing on training workers in maritime construction skills, involving educational outreach and community college programs.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer endorses Vice President Kamala Harris for president after Joe Biden exits the race. Whitmer, joined by other Midwestern governors, remains committed to her Michigan governor role.

Biden endorses Harris after exiting the 2024 race, stirring support from Detroit voters and officials. Michigan leaders express confidence in Harris while acknowledging Biden's service and the need for unity.