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The state Senate is suing the state House over nine bills that are in limbo after they passed both chambers of the Legislature but were never sent to the governor to sign.

Rep. Cam Cavitt's bill to bar people from growing, selling, or distributing kratom — a plant-derived substance that can have effects similar to opioids — passed the Michigan House earlier this month.

Today, we discussed a potential statewide ban of the addictive supplement kratom. Plus, we heard about a global gathering of ceramic artists that will draw thousands to Detroit. And, an On Hand episode unpacked how our state became a craft beer powerhouse.

The report cited MSP’s top brass — namely, Colonel James F. Grady II and Lt. Colonel Aimee Brimacombe — for engaging in what it described as "dishonesty," "retribution," and "unexplainable promotions and demotions."

In a year-end interview, Michigan Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks looked back on an unusually slow legislative session, the impacts of previously-passed data center laws and working with House Republicans in divided government.

A state representative’s strange attendance record. This year’s line up at Detroit Storyfest. A short feature about a Traverse City artist embracing his dyslexia. And the 50 year anniversary of the KISS concert at a Cadillac school.

State Rep. Joe Tate announced Friday he will exit the race to to replace Democratic U.S. Sen. Gary Peters. Tate struggled to fundraise against the other candidates.

Guest host Stephen Henderson covers a proposed cell phone ban in Michigan schools, voter turnout in the Detroit mayoral primary, and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s future.

The state House passed a bill Thursday that some supporters say echoes calls by Donald Trump to remove diversity, equity, and inclusion criteria from hiring decisions.

The Republican-led Michigan House Oversight Committee authorizes a rare subpoena targeting Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. Plus, former Republican Attorney General Mike Cox announces he’s running for Michigan governor in 2026.