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Governor Gretchen Whitmer called on Democrats to work past lingering bitterness from primary campaigns that often pitted progressives against centrists.
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Need something to do this weekend, or looking for new things to explore? Michigan Public is here to help! Check out some of these fun, interesting, and timely events across Michigan from August 7-9. -
It would slim regulation of the 60-year-old anti-poverty program and aim to save money. Advocates worry the changes could undermine the early education program's mission. -
The plains spotted skunk is becoming harder to find in the central U.S. states it calls home. As federal officials consider the skunk for federal protections, researchers and environmentalists are hoping to learn more about the long understudied species. -
Republicans on the Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Fauci in contempt of Congress after he refused to answer their questions about the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. -
Voters in Wayne County approved a countywide transit millage. Public transportation services will expand to new areas in Wayne County. -
A conversation with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, who narrowly beat out Rep. Haley Stevens for the Democratic spot in the race for a U.S. Senate seat this November. Plus, the impact the Democratic Senate primary had on other congressional districts' races. And, why Ann Arbor ousted its longtime incumbent mayor. -
Thomas Smith won the Republican primary over a President Donald Trump-backed candidate for Michigan’s 8th Congressional District after suspending his campaign and endorsing Al Lemmo. -
After a contentious battle in Michigan’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary, where does the party go from here? Plus, Tuesday’s election results. -
Democratic socialist challenger Donavan McKinney won the Democratic primary for Michigan's 13th Congressional District Wednesday. -
Washtenaw County Commissioner and former state Representative Yousef Rabhi has handily defeated incumbent progressive Chris Taylor, Ann Arbor's mayor for 12 years. -
Progressives notched major wins in Michigan, while voters in Missouri and Washington rejected insurgent Democrats. Meanwhile, Trump continued to flex his influence over the Republican Party. -
Democratic activist and grassroots organizer William Lawrence will face Republican Congressman Tom Barrett in the general election race for Michigan's 7th Congressional District.
The Dish, hosted by Mercedes Mejia, brings you behind the scenes with Michigan’s most inspiring chefs and culinary talents. Learn how food connects these chefs to their cultures, and strengthens our communities, one dish at a time.
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William Lawrence wins Michigan's 7th Congressional District primary against Bridget Brinks and Matt Maasdam. -
"Michigan does not lack talent. We do not lack resources. But Michigan lacks proven, tested leadership," James told supporters Tuesday night. -
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson wins in the Democratic gubernatorial primary against Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson. -
On today's show, we explore how concerns over Chinese EVs echo earlier debates about Japanese cars entering the U.S. market. Plus, what life was like in Michigan's oldest city in 1776. And a Detroit author discusses a new novel about the secrets of an auto-industry family.
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A report from Senate Democrats accuses big banks of failing to report suspicious money transfers made by Jeffrey Epstein until after his arrest in 2019.
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After a contentious battle in Michigan’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary, where does the party go from here? Plus, Tuesday’s election results.
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State health officials say two people have died in the cyclospora outbreak in Michigan. They are the first confirmed deaths in the U.S. related to the microscopic parasite. -
Michigan voters will decide a competitive Democratic U.S. Senate primary Tuesday in a contest that will have major implications for control of the chamber next year. It will also test the growing clout of the party’s progressive wing as well as that of a powerful pro-Israel organization. -
Tuesday's primary between congresswoman Haley Stevens and public health official Abdul El-Sayed is one of the clearest tests yet of where Democratic voters want their party to go. -
The Red Cross says this is only the second time in its history that it has issued an emergency appeal for blood donors. -
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has updated a list of the vehicles associated with the highest rate of fatalities for drivers. -
The ACLU of Michigan put in a request last week for records relating to an artificial intelligence program used by the state's health and human services agency to make sure that SNAP benefit payments were accurate. -
The Los Angeles Dodgers have acquired the biggest prize on the trade deadline market, getting two-time reigning AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers. -
Michigan has joined Minnesota in reporting cyberattacks on water systems but an official said all were operating “safely.” -
The issue began in 2022 when Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel asked a court for subpoenas to investigate insulin pricing under the Michigan Consumer Protection Act.
