Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will detail her rise in Democratic politics in a new book releasing July 9. In the meantime, read these other five Michigan political memoirs and biographies.
In a letter to lawmakers, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she wants Congress and federal regulators to create ‘new paths’ for businesses impacted by the lack of snow this winter to get relief.
U.S. Energy Secretary and former Michigan governor Jennifer Granholm unveiled a pilot program to train workers for battery manufacturing jobs as part of a “holistic strategy” to pivot to electric vehicles and clean energy.
Michigan has more per capita landfill trash than any state in the country. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is proposing new fees to deter imports. Some fear new fees could hurt residents too.
MSU’s latest president, Kevin Guskiewicz, begins his term hours after Board of Trustees members take action against two of their own over ethics allegations.
In emotional testimony, the head of a group advising lawmakers on the drug crisis says state officials are thwarting its efforts. Transparency concerns follow complaints local governments aren’t moving fast enough.
Of the 321 bills signed into law by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2023, 142 will take effect Tuesday — including changes to abortion rights, pension taxes, energy policy and gun regulations.
The plant could be a key for Michigan to realize its transition away from fossil fuels, but environmental groups are upset by the governor’s proposal to double the state’s financial support for Palisades.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer unveiled an $80.7 billion spending proposal for the state’s next budget cycle, calling for a handful of initiatives centered around a 'Michigan Guarantee' of educational access and economic opportunities.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will call for $26.6 million in funding for family planning and maternal health services in her executive budget proposal Wednesday, aiming for improved maternal and infant health and increased access to contraception and other reproductive health care.
President Joe Biden returned to Michigan Thursday, joining UAW members just weeks ahead of the state’s Feb. 27 primary that is likely to set up a general election rematch with former President Donald Trump.
Money alone doesn’t win elections, but Michigan Democrats Elissa Slotkin and Rashida Tlaib are pulling in big bucks, while Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson are raising funds for others.
The Democrat came into office criticizing lawmakers’ pet projects. Buoyed by a federal windfall, she and fellow lawmakers — including Republicans — have learned to love them.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is working to help re-elect President Joe Biden. But if he drops out, experts predict Whitmer could be a top pick to replace him at the Democratic National Convention.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer proposes tax credit to offset costs like transportation, counseling, nursing and respite care. But many details are scarce and may not be known for weeks.
In her sixth State of the State speech, Whitmer outlined 10 goals. Most are more modest than in years past, reflecting the reality of an election year and temporarily split House of Representatives.
The Democratic governor gave her sixth State of the State address on Wednesday. It was included about 10 goals, lots of references to 1980s rock anthems and praise for the Detroit Lions. Read the speech.
Gov. Whitmer will give her sixth state of the state address where she is expected to unveil new plans for economic development and highlight the accomplishments of her in the Democratic party over the last year.
