michigan supreme court

Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s appointment of Michigan Supreme Court Justice-designate Noah Hood might have been more consequential if it flipped the high court’s majority. But that’s not the case. Rather, it takes the court from a majority of Democratic Party-affiliated justices to a 6-1 super majority. Why it matters. Plus, President Trump will visit Macomb County next week for a rally highlighting the first 100 days of his second administration.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has appointed justice to the state Supreme Court for a partial term. Noah Hood is set to fill a seat vacated by former Chief Justice Elizabeth Clement.

Michigan Supreme Court to decide who gets the rights of frozen embryos after a divorce.

After a group of homeowners in Midland and Gladwin counties appealed a prior state court decision, the Michigan Supreme Court denied their request for relief from a special assessment. The assessment would increase taxes for local property owners during the ongoing restoration of four dams that failed in May 2020.

In this edition of Stateside, we discuss the impact of rising prices on state tax collections. We also hear a conversation with Chief Justice Elizabeth Clement regarding her recent resignation. Additionally, we explore the state’s efforts to assist in the conservation of the Great Lakes piping plovers. Lastly, we feature a discussion with one of the winners of the Whiting Award.

A discussion about the recent revocation of visas for international students. Then, a Michigan Supreme Court hearing to determine the custody of frozen embryos after divorce.

Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Elizabeth Clement is stepping down. She spoke with Morning Edition about what her resignation means for the court and why she'd change how Michigan elects justices.

A frozen embryo is the center of a custody battle between a divorced couple that will play out Wednesday in arguments before the Michigan Supreme Court.

The ruling Wednesday comes nearly seven years after Michigan voters legalized the possession and use of the drug by people who are at least 21 years old.

The Michigan Supreme Court will decide whether some people convicted under the state's felony murder law should have their life-without-parole sentences reconsidered.