gubernatorial election

Governor Gretchen Whitmer called on Democrats to work past lingering bitterness from primary campaigns that often pitted progressives against centrists.

Listen to conversations with the Michigan candidates running for governor and U.S. Senate.

Congressman John James drew attacks from businessman Perry Johnson and former state Attorney General Mike Cox — but the candidates did agree on issues like education.

The first debate between the three candidates seeking the Republican nod for governor was contentious, as the men talked over each other and leveled accusations.

Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate and Republican candidates for Michigan governor will debate this week.

The Michigan Shakespeare Festival makes a comeback after federal funding cuts. Then, how Vernors, Michigan’s oldest pop brand, celebrated its 160th birthday. Plus, how to make sense of a confusing campaign ad against gubernatorial candidate John James. Also, new installments of Mornings in Michigan and On Hand.

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson says there is a firewall between her and decisions about this year’s elections while she is running for governor.

Republicans Aric Nesbitt and Perry Johnson were among the last from their party to turn in nominating petition signatures in their bids for governor.

Michigan U.S. Representative John James, a frontrunner for the Republican gubernatorial nomination, doesn't plan to participate in a debate later this month.

The Genesee County Sheriff said officers with Immigration and Customs Enforcement are creating public "distrust" of law enforcement, should not be masked nor drive unmarked vehicles.